Comments by "B" (@user-tb7rn1il3q) on "The Car Care Nut" channel.

  1. This is why I change my own oil.
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  2. Definitely. He tells it like it is. I don’t trust dealers. Many people should be changing oil more often and doing it themselves or by a private mechanic.
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  3.  @KevinLin145 My 19 LE AWD no longer has start stop. I pulled the hood latch wire. Start Stop is total bullsheet.
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  4. The unscrupulous dealer probably sprayed oil on the strut. Toyota struts are barely broken in at that mileage and will outlast the body of the car.
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  5. The newest RAV4 is now legit midsize, the same size as the 1st Gen Highlander. The 6th Gen will be the same size as the 2nd Gen Highlander.
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  6. New engines, even well made ones will produce a lot of medal during break in. Since the rings aren’t fully seated you will also get a lot of gasoline and carbon in the oil as well. This is why you dump the oil at 3-4K miles for the first oil change. Many do it after 500 miles.
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  7. I love my 2019 RAV4 with the 2.5 gas engine, especially the 40+ mpg it gets.
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  8. You don’t need to use premium gas and you don’t need to fix everything that breaks. It’s smarter just to drive em the way they are. I’d replace the air suspension with old steel suspension.
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  9. I agree it’s not worth the effort to fix. That is a very minor oil leak. All engines leak a little oil especially if they get overfilled and/or run hard.
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  10. Unfortunately it doesn’t have AWD. I won’t even look at a car without it. I don’t care about the rest.
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  11.  @boogitybear2283  I’d say that modern cars are actually better. Toyota has fixed issues and made their cars even better. All manufacturers are trying to improve their product, but it’s difficult to improve something that is already very good. I avoid the first month after a new product launch.
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  12.  @KevinLin145  None, I did disable the notifications so start/stop unavailable is not displayed. The extra gas burned is negligible. I don’t want to be replacing the starter or the battery more than once. The cost of 1 starter replacement and 1 additional battery replacement will be an order of magnitude more expensive than a little gas. It’s also a safety issue. Emissions is worse with the starting and stopping.
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  13. Believe it or not most people get rid of cars because they are tired of them not because of problems. With OBD II it’s now much harder to cover up issues.
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  14. Get the 5th Gen before they are gone.
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  15.  @jarvisparker8738  Most engines would have catastrophically failed with no oil changes for 46k miles.
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  16.  @rightlanehog3151  The F150 is having all kinds of issues. The Raptor breaks tie rods if you take it off road. I’d trust the Silverado I4 Turbo over any F150.
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  17. The Chrysler would be on its third engine and fifth transmission though. I see three year old JGCs with the 3.6 that are clacking away. Junk.
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  18. New one is superior. People are jealous they can’t afford it.
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  19. Yes they do, at least the literate ones.
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  20. Anyone with a 22 and up Tundra that wants to throw it away after warranty expiry I’ll take it off your hands free of charge.
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  21.  @DownloaderVideo  The failure rate is less than the 5.7. This isn’t a new engine. It came from Lexus.
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  22.  @TaijiArban  Hyundai engines generally last about 20-30% as long as Toyota engines. This is no surprise.
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  23. I bet it runs just fine on 87 with a few less HP.
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  24. @Paul That won’t last much longer. The 24 market will be much different. Some dealers are overflowing and selling less than MSRP, even Toyotas.
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  25. My early 19 RAV4 LE AWD has had zero recalls and has been nothing but perfection at 45k miles. Cars tend to have problems when very new, so I am out of that phase. This is the best RAV4 by far. 0w16 oil is very robust. Use it. My engine isn’t all that loud unless it’s run hard, but I think it sounds good.
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  26. Generally something else will fail before the injectors.
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  27. They are still using the 4.0 in many vehicles overseas and the 4Runner. It is powerful, reliable, and fuel efficient. It’s still a very modern engine. That being said the 2.4t is a better engine that has a good track record.
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  28. This doesn’t surprise me at all. Cars, especially Toyotas, are built better than ever with respect to longevity. Most problems are from buggy infotainment software and owner abuse. My 19 RAV4 has 71k miles and I drive more than normal. Someone liked to drive a lot, probably drove for work.
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  29. I’d just let it leak. Unless it’s leaking more than a quart per gas fill up it’s in spec.
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  30. They never break on 5th Gen 4Runners, even with original fluid, high miles, and abuse.
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  31.  @MC-mh2ju  I feel bad for the owner of this Avalon. This car is ratted out mechanically and aesthetically. It should have been parted out. If you fixed every issue it would cost more than $12k. For $25k you can buy a lower mileage car that’s been taken car of. Someone drove it hard over potholed roads and did minimal maintenance.
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  32.  @michaels7499  I agree. Using slightly heavier oils is definitely a good way to protect engines especially when they get more miles on them. 0w16 is all about fuel economy, but is not the best to protect from wear especially when the engine is under extreme stress in a hot climate.
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  33. I wish they put the Highlander Hybrid system in the Tundra. I don’t care if it’s slow. They can put lower gearing in it for towing. In the 80s people towed travel trailers with 180 HP V8s and thought nothing of it.
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  34. The Dynamic Force 2.5 engine is amazing. They need a slightly larger 2.7 for the Highlander as a base engine.
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  35. True, but this is an old design. Newer engines seem to keep getting better, some old timers may disagree. A new car now probably will get junked before the head gasket goes.
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  36. Just ignore the transmission and drive the car. DIYers should not be messing with transmissions. The factory transmission fluid will still be good on the vast majority of cars when they go to the junkyard.
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  37.  @dacruz34  There is no combustion in the transmission or differential.
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  38.  @DBMD7  Modern cars, especially Toyotas, are designed more like airplanes thus will last a very long time. In the 1970s cars had a hard time lasting over 75k miles. Now they go over 300k miles with ease.
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  39.  @Scott-pn3np  The hybrid and prime have too many issues. Just get the gas model. The gas model is cheaper to run and will last forever. I see gas 1st Gen RAV4s all the time.
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  40. My 4R is a weekend car. I don’t care about the mpg. The mpg actually isn’t that bad for what it is.
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  41.  @PushStart_YT  It’s a lot easier and cheaper to disconnect the hood wire. The enhanced flooded battery will last almost forever with start stop disconnected.
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  42.  @heikkiunohaskalahlunta3211  Hopefully you didn’t drive too long overfilled. The oil will foam which wrecks oil seals and the valve train.
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  43.  @jimpie231  Brake pad life is 90% driver and 10% car. Keep up the good work.
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  44. People today treat cars like crap. That’s the main issue.
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  45. Refrigerators don’t require any maintenance though except electricity.
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  46.  @AA-mk4pu  It’s easy keep speed and acceleration down. Don’t stop at traffic lights by timing them. Most people drive hard.
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  47. They are supposed to fill just below the full line. It would save them money. Overfilling is really bad since the oil will foam.
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  48.  @nicholaspaul2458  Part of the problem is people complain if their oil is below the full line. I’ve always driven the car for at least half an hour and then waited 15 minutes to check the level. This gives a more accurate reading.
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  49.  @truthserum5310 I don’t know why people just don’t change their own oil in the garage. It’s so easy to do. 5k oil changes are probably a little overkill as modern turbos aren’t that hard on oil. I definitely wouldn’t go over 7.5k though especially if there is any significant city driving.
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  50. You must be driving the truck 24/7. Do you have time to sleep?
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  51. Cars today are actually made better.
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  52.  @finalboss7956  The size of a 1st Gen Tahoe.
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  53.  @ricardolopezdevictoria1109  except it’s not. Cars across all brands are built better than ever.
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  54.  @onemilkyway  They should always sell for MSRP. If they charge doc fees then they need to discount the car the same as the doc fee.
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  55. And a nice place for mice to home
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  56. The 4.0 in your 17 4R is one of the best V6s made.
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  57. I beat the 2.7 liter version of this engine in a 2010 HL. 15k oil changes, Extending WOT while towing, burning rubber, etc. for 150k miles with no oil consumption issues. I bet the driver of this car never pushed it and everything carboned up.
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  58. Taxi drivers and operators need a car that holds up to abuse.
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  59.  @worldlinerai  I doubt sedans survive. There is no business case for them. They are pretty much universally hated by the public. They are an anachronism from a bygone era.
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  60.  @lanesworld4000  I get 40 mpg in my RAV4 with this engine. It’s amazing. The engine has a lot of power and will spin all 4 tires.
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  61.  @grizzlygrizzle  Just change the oil yourself.
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  62. It’s not impressive at all for a Toyota product that is designed to last a million miles.
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  63. I’d use fuel stabilizer and if possible use ethanol free gas. I’d fill it to 1/2. I’d quickly fill it all the way upon return to service.
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  64. Vehicles from that era are deathtraps. I don’t think the doors had reinforcement in that era of Taco.
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  65.  @MJAdams-js7np  I’d wait for rain and do it on a very straight road.
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  66. Anything north of Northern Virginia is the rust belt.
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  67. The 4 turbo is better than the V6 in every way. The V6 has lousy low end torque. The 2.4t will blow it away in a passing maneuver. Maintenance is much easier on the 4.
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  68. Going from 13mpg to 18mph in a larger, heavier, and faster car is a huge improvement. The 5.7 V8 had many issues when it came out.
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  69.  @Triangle27.  No, it was because the V6 was underpowered at low revs and service was complicated. The real world gas mileage in bumper to bumper traffic is a lot better.
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  70. Toyota uses spin on filters on all their new TNGA engines. The older models about to be discontinued (NA V6s) use this old style filter.
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  71.  @doug5030 I seriously doubt your getting better mpg on the highway with the hybrid. At 75 mph the hybrid fuel economy is the same as a gasser. Most people drive a lot faster than that nowadays
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  72. EVs have coolant for the batteries and oil in the drive unit.
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  73. This is why you get a 4 cylinder in a transverse configuration. If you get a V6 trade it every 5 years.
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  74.  @Mach141  It will be a 3 cyl hybrid, unibody, and have 2256017 eco tires.
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  75.  @MrOnlinmrine The new engine is actually more reliable. There is no timing belt like the 4.7 V8. There is no head gasket leaks, air injection issues, or cam tower leaks like the 4.6 and 5.7 V8s. The air injection issues were solved in the later years. The most reliable Tundra engines are the 1GR and current twin turbo V6.
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  76. Why are you braking hard? If the light is yellow go through it. You are sitting up high, you can see traffic slowing way ahead of time.
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  77. It gets 50% better mpg. Greenhouse gas emissions are directly related to fuel consumption.
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  78.  @justhecuke  Everything else breaks later, but still before the engine. Alternators, mufflers, shocks used to go out every 50k miles. Now they last 300k miles.
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  79. I wish Toyota would just use 4 cylinders in all of their front drive vehicles. They are so much easier to work on.
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  80. The manual actually gives two intervals. Read it carefully. I doubt you did any damage. In fact I don’t like early first oil changes. The engine needs the gritty oil to break in.
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  81. The 4Runner is a lot better than the Sequoia.
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  82.  @michaelscottland4239  The problem is drivers keep getting worse. There is a very high chance one or both of your vehicles will get totaled in a crash long before they wear out with normal maintenance. Most Toyotas survive 10k mile synthetic oil changes just fine.
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  83.  @khakiswag  Actually Toyota has fewer problems now then they did 10 years ago.
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  84.  @blinkguy4ever I’ve been trying to tell people that. Turbos don’t fail very often if you keep the oil clean and don’t beat on the engine especially right before shut down.
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  85.  @rjnoj-xb5kq  The 5.7 has way more issues and is a fuel pig. If you like being broke the 5.7 is the way to go. Turbos don’t fail anymore. 200k mile plus Ecoboost F150s are very common with nothing more than oil changes. In addition the old truck is unsafe. It does poorly in front end collisions because of the short hood.
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  86. It doesn’t. It uses the same intervals as the other engines. He is recommending 3-4K out of an abundance of caution and to maximize the life of the engine under hard use.
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  87. Newer cars are actually more durable (mechanically and crashworthiness). The $7k may just be the tip of the iceberg with that old car. One accident and your money is gone and you will probably get seriously injured. The insurance company will send a check for $1500.
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  88. The last generation 2.5 didn’t have enough power in the mountains and wasn’t particularly good on gas. In addition the previous Gen RAV4 didn’t do great in crash tests. The 2019 plus is better in every way. It’s bigger, basically a shrunken Highlander, and is much stronger (better protection and handling). The 2019 plus has a spin on oil filter which is DIY friendly. The 2018 engine is also very complicated.
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  89. I bet the odometer is clocked.
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  90.  @Sunnysky321  The plugs don’t wear out. If you don’t get a check engine light for misfires leave them alone. The reason for changing them is emissions. Don’t leave them in for more than 8 years no matter what the miles since they can seize.
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  91. 500k miles.
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  92. I’m glad I bought the 19 RAV4. It’s been bulletproof, knock on wood. I now have almost 100k miles.
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  93.  @jamesmancuso3666 The torque converter should stay locked most of the time. This sounds like operator error. They should have manually selected 4th gear and not D.
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  94.  @Jay_Force_One  The fluid will outlast the transmission. Dirty fluid is the symptom of a failing transmission, not the cause. Most transmission failures are caused by defects and operator error. Changing the fluid is a waist of time and money. It’s sealed for a reason. I don’t know of anyone that has had a modern sealed transmission (CVTs excluded) fail even with towing, hundreds of thousands of miles, and non Toyotas.
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  95.  @Scott-pn3np  My base LE AWD will blow the Prime off the road in the twisties. The Prime is heavy.
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  96. The Sienna will easily outlast the Carnival.
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  97.  @condor5635  Absolutely no issues other than increased starter and battery life. The impact to mpg is virtually zero.
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  98. Yes. Domestic Full size Pickups and SUVs will be a dime a dozen. Many of their owners will go bankrupt. Toyota body on frame SUV and truck buyers tend to skew wealthier so they will probably be ok. Toyota sells a lot of fuel efficient cars and SUVs and has more access to semiconductors so they will probably gain a lot of market share.
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  99. German cars have good reliability for the first 75,000 miles. After that you are rolling the dice.
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  100. Do it every 5k.
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  101. I’m getting 40 mpg with my gas RAV4 LE AWD. I’ll drive it 200-300k with minimal maintenance and then throw it away. Not sure why people are worried about hybrids. You drive it until failure, throw it away and buy another one. The batteries are warranted for 150k. I pay more in income tax every year than I did for the RAV. My driving is mostly highways and byways so I figure my cost per mile is less with the gas model.
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  102. The Doorman is usually ok if assembled correctly and the O rings replaced.
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  103.  @pilot1226  NJ is not too bad. It’s not like Erie, PA or Buffalo, NY. I don’t think you need to worry too much. The newer designs are more rust proof. The frame may be the same, but the E-coating is much better.
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  104. My mom redline shifted her new Toyota right off the lot. It never burnt a drop of oil.
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  105. All Toyotas are over built. My RAV4 dragged an overloaded trailer (4K pounds) with the AC on, going up hills, and driving 70 mph. It never missed a beet and the temperature never budged over normal.
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  106. That engine only holds 4.8 quarts max. If you put in 4.5 that is plenty. I usually put in 4.6-4.7.
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  107.  @KetterHomeImprovements  How is the power? The SR gets the best mpg, even better than the hybrids. I actually like the look of the steelies on the SR.
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  108.  @captfcknut The new Camry is way better than the 2009. Not sure what you’re worried about.
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  109.  @josepharmato8032  The 5.4 V8 in the F150 was a huge junk pile. The eco motors are far superior.
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  110. All engines burn oil. Toyotas burn very little in my experience. I’d bet the main problem is poor air filters, poor oil filters, and conventional oil. My RAV4 oil is full and clean after 10k miles, but I use group 4 synthetic. Most of my 10k miles was at high speeds on the interstate.
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  111. Actually turbo engines often last longer. The FKS V6 has not been the greatest engine, problematic actually. No one will shead a tear in its passing.
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  112. I’d turn up the radio. Regular Toyota struts and shocks last practically forever.
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  113. It’s good to decrease the interval as the car ages.
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  114. It’s actually a pretty strong engine. The 5 speed transmission, while bulletproof, holds the engine back a bit. I’d like to see Toyota keep this engine with a 10 speed automatic and spin on oil filter.
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  115.  @jlozano180  500 easy
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  116.  @MacGyver1991  I want a truck not a low car with a bed.
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  117. None of what you said is true.
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  118.  @thetechlibrarian  I’ve never had a problem merging with my 19 RAV4. If people won’t let me in I hit the rock strewn shoulder. They back off quick when their car gets pelleted with rocks. The rocks don’t hurt the RAV4 with all the molding on the bottom.
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  119. It makes zero sense to me. If it ain’t broke don’t fix it.
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  120. This is the most important reason to run it in the winter.
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  121.  @IsaacSnyder-w8p Most people that don’t maintain their cars or think it’s a scam voted for 46.
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  122. A new engine is probably $10k or more. In addition gas prices are going way up and V8 Pickup/SUV prices will be going way down. I’d try to sell it while used car prices are high and before the head gasket gets even worse. Some sealant additives might buy time to sell it.
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  123. Older Toyotas had a lot of issues. They have improved a lot.
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  124. Yes for the most part. I think they have a platinum tip.
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  125. I would have junked that old HL, especially with the rust. They weren’t very fuel efficient either with the old 5 speed auto (same mpg as 4R). If the oil light comes on or the check engine light flashes you shut off the engine immediately then coast to a safe place. If there is no place to pull over then coast to a stop and wait for a tow truck in the travel lane. Never exit the car.
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  126. Short trips are less than 10 miles in the winter or 5 miles in the summer.
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  127.  @dimdim3490  Just because the gears in the transmission are the same doesn’t mean the clutches and other components haven’t been updated over the years. Don’t use anything other than WS fluid unless it’s a life threatening situation.
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  128. They also get ripped off when going off road.
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  129.  @rutgershouses  You can still wreck an engine with 5k synthetic oil changes if you drive like a manic and use a poor fitting air filter.
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  130.  @mplslawnguy3389  That’s not true for a correctly designed turbo engine. Turbo engines have lower compression and stronger internals.
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  131. This is why I’d never buy a transverse V6. I4 turbo or not all the way.
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  132.  @dudeman8323 Most are from a low oil level.
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  133. US made Corollas used a Delco alternator which went out around 100k miles.
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  134. I bet they missed a bunch of oil changes, beat on the car, used cheap oil, drove hard in the city, etc. This car is in overall poor condition. It may even have a clocked odometer. I wouldn’t put a penny into it.
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  135. Toyota’s flagship will be the new 22 Tundra, now that the Avalon is going away.
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  136.  @rightlanehog3151  I wish
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  137. Just add a bottle of stabilizer to the fuel.
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  138. Drain and fills will not hurt anything in a high mileage never serviced transmission if everything is working properly. You did the right thing and extended the service life of the transmission.
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  139. Toyota needs to use a wet timing belt and oil pump belt. Their engines last too long, All kidding aside Toyota continues to make the best engines. These engines run better with 0w20.
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  140. The PT20 tires are junk. Get rid of them ASAP. They wear quickly and unevenly. They will break belts and eventually blow out.
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  141.  @paulcoenen7918  I max out my retirement accounts and still buy new cars. If you look at the depreciation and maintenance/repair curves you don’t save that much driving older cars. Not to mention older cars are functionally obsolete.
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  142.  @Bobo-ox7fj  Infotainment systems are one of most important systems in cars nowadays, along with added safety features that might save your life.
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  143.  @brianwelch1579 The biggest thing is whether they at least added oil. An engine will run for a long time with dirty oil vs very little time with no oil.
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  144. Why is the battery failing on an 18 already? They usually last 5-10 years. Do you let the car sit or live in a hot climate?
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  145. I plan to keep my low miles 2018 4R. The 6th Gen 4R will most likely get the 2.4t which is a good engine. It probably won’t have that many issues since it will be getting an engine that’s been used for several years in other models, however why take a chance for a couple years.
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  146.  @octaviodominguez7772 Turbo failure is rare. It’s usually kids that beat on a car and hardly change the oil.
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  147.  @YachtsOnTheReg7  Your comment makes no sense. Turbos are not part of the engine. The failure rate of turbos is close to zero.
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  148. There’s no way I could drive a car. They sit way too low and are not as safe. Hopefully you can get into a 6th Gen in a year or two.
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  149. While the RX350 is a good vehicle it’s no different than a RAV4 or Highlander. It has a few extra gizmos and is much more expensive to buy and maintain. It will not last any longer and does not have any better QDR than a RAV4.
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  150.  @BrianBourgeois-  You bought the luxury car hype. Companies spend billions on marketing and people like you fall for it. Toyota/Lexus parts are exactly the same. Don’t get me wrong Toyota/Lexus cars are the best in the industry by far. The Lexus dealer charges twice as much for the exact same oil change. They do provide donuts though.
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  151. The V6 is no good in a transverse configuration. You can’t change the plugs. Most mechanics won’t touch a transverse V6.
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  152. The Prius has been using electric water pumps for years. They are a lot more reliable than belt driven pumps.
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  153. I definitely would not use a thinner oil than what is recommended. I’d use 5w30 (or better yet 0w30 if you can find it) synthetic in all three if out of warranty. I’m not a fan of thin oils. In a very hot climate you can go up to 10w30.
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  154. Pickups are for the affluent and rich. They are not for working people or middle class people anymore.
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  155. How fast did you go? I’ve heard it goes 115 mph. I’d be scared to go over 75 in a BOF vehicle.
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  156. It needs the gritty oil to break in properly. Your 4R will now burn more oil for life.
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  157. My 19 RAV4 does it as well, it’s normal. If there is an issue the check engine light will come on.
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  158. I’d just drive it the way it is. Dump oil in the engine and let it ping away on E15.
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  159. Be careful, you can overheat the transmission, especially in 4th gear. I’d only use 4th over 60 mph in very flat or downhill terrain.
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  160.  @lateishaq.3272  Knock on plastic, yes it is running great at 77k miles. I did have to get new tires since 2 of the stock Dunflops slipped a belt.
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  161. Yes, it’s generally pretty easy to find.
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  162. Great video. I’ll make sure I take a close look at my CV Boots each time I change the oil. I’ll have a mechanic do the job though. This isn’t really a DIY job.
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  163. 4R is superior to the Tundra
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  164. The 1GR is a lot more powerful and little easier on gas than the 5vz.
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  165. All cars are much better than they used to be. Other cars will have more problems than Toyota. If you want a good car buy a new Toyota. Cars do not depreciate like they used to.
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  166. There is no legal requirement to keep records to keep warranty intact.
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  167. The main causes of oil breakdown are poor air filters, short trips, and sitting for long periods of time. You are probably ok going 10k miles. You should get the oil analyzed. Make sure that you use Toyota air filters and oil filters. Make sure that you are using a high quality synthetic oil of the correct weight. Try to avoid short trips when the ICE is cold.
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  168. You can’t steal a car that won’t start.
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  169. Inline 4 cylinders are better V6s. I’m glad they have gone away except for the Tundra/Sequoia.
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  170.  @kgisabeast  They can’t hear all of the knocking and pinging, just kidding. It has knock sensors and will revert to less HP. The worse thing is constantly switching back and forth.
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  171. The V6 was underpowered at lower revs. The new engine is a welcome change. V6s have no place in a transverse configuration anyway.
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  172. You forgot the TNGA F architecture that the new Tundra, 4Runner, Tacoma, and Sequoia will ride on.
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  173.  @golferpro1241  I like it. It’s the perfect size SUV. The mpg is really good for a non hybrid. I’m averaging 39 mpg with mostly highway travel.
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  174. The problem is someone will hit you and total out the car long before the extra maintenance will make any difference.
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  175. I appreciate the video. Unless the transmission temperature light comes on a lot, the fluid will outlast the rest of the transmission. Changing the fluid may cause slipping or hard shifts. I trust Toyota engineers. I’d never recommend anyone DIY this. This service needs to be done by a good transmission shop or dealer transmission tech.
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  176. You need to move. I’d never buy or live in a property long term without at least off street parking.
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  177.  @driversteve9345  Move to someplace that is less expensive.
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  178. All DI engines will put some gas in the oil. It’s really not a big deal with Toyotas if you do regular oil changes.
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  179. The previous owner and your wife drive way too easy. You need to exercise the car some to get the carbon out. You need to run it at full throttle occasionally for 15 seconds.
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  180. E10 or even E15 is fine to run in the HH 2.5 engine. Don’t let the car sit and occasionally run at wide open throttle for a few seconds. This engine has port and direct injection.
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  181. My 19 RAV4 8 speed auto works great. It’s an adaptive transmission. The problem is the driver(s).
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  182.  @bobbywoods684  The dealer will make it worse. The best thing to do is disconnect the battery overnight and then drive normally.
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  183. It seems all the first Gen 3.6s tick. The later ones seem better.
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  184. I had a Tundra and got rid of it specifically because of the horrible mpg. I couldn’t go anywhere without having range anxiety. I didn’t care about the cost, it was the lack of range that was the killer. The later models went to a 38 gallon tank to solve the range issue.
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  185.  @coffeelixirruby  Is the Equinox still going? You drive a lot.
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  186. @ I’ve never had an issue. They shouldn’t get dirty if you use furnace filters.
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  187. @ Still working after 25 years
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  188. Those Tundras will be gone faster than the sedans. Sedans are rental cars, no one wants them.
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  189.  @tundras4ever552  Yes, their names are Avis, Budget, Doller, and Hertz.
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  190. You are incorrect, you hold up the button for emergency braking. The old cable parking brakes are unreliable junk. They are useless on a hill.
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  191. They will have big discounts on these soon. They are not really in demand like the RAV4, Tacoma, and 4Runner.
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  192.  @MegaSlowe Inline engines outlast Vee engines by a country mile.
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  193.  @drwisdom1  If you have a good income the gas prices are no problem.
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  194. He will have to do it at a Toyota dealer.
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  195.  @DIYDaveOK  I doubt they give him a free engine, but who knows.
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  196.  @charley95sheridan44  I’d get a dealer to replace it now. It can fail and cause sudden loss of power leading to a serious accident which would be on the owner for not having the recall done.
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  197.  @palillo2006  The 1.5t in the Accord will use a little more fuel, but is a little quicker in some circumstances.
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  198. I’d use 0w20 or 5w30 synthetic.
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  199.  @jimamizzi1 If you buy a car as is from a dealer and it has a pre-existing condition they are on the hook to correct it. They have to disclose issues. That being said the buyer should have done a long test drive and mechanical inspection. The oil would turn dirty very quickly and of course the engine doesn’t sound healthy.
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  200.  @bme7491 True, but a dealer can’t cover up issues they the knew about or should have known about.
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  201.  @robertherrmann4823 I don’t trust mechanics to inspect the car. They have nothing to gain from it. If it breaks in the future it’s more of an opportunity for them to make money. The buyer should have inspected it themselves. Anyone with good hearing could tell the engine was worn out. The PPI inspector will glance at the car and stick $150 in their pocket. Home Inspectors are even worse. People that can’t get jobs anywhere else become home inspectors.
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  202. Have you had any issues with your Camry? The A25A-FKS engine uses an electric water pump. I’m wondering if people are having issues with it. Have you changed the spark plugs and transmission fluid? I have a 19 RAV4 LE gas model and it has been problem free at 82k miles knock on wood.
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  203.  @josepharmato8032  The V6 is actually a lot more complex and trouble prone than a turbo 4.
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  204.  @lejoshmont2093  The 4.0 V6 in the 4R has good low end torque, but not the 3.5. The 3.5 does hold up nearly as well as the 4.0.
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  205.  @skoolynugenator1802  It’s an ok engine. It still suffers from cam tower leaks and occasional catastrophic failure for unknown reasons. It’s no 1GR, which is a perfect engine. The 2GR is underpowered at low revs and leaks oil.
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  206. and much safer
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  207. It should be between the lower and upper marks when completely cold. Try to keep the fluid level between the lines when completely cold. You shouldn’t have to add much coolant, maybe half a cup every 50k miles. It sounds like you might need an ounce or two of fluid. If you fill it to the full line on a frigid winter day with engine off for a day it might be slightly overfilled. You will smell coolant on warm days, not really a big deal. The excess coolant will vent out as a vapor. If it’s way overfilled some liquid coolant will blow out as well.
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  208.  @WeekendWarriorsWoodworking If it does it will be clicking and clunking like mad.
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  209. I doubt you’ve hurt anything. No one in my family changes fluids other than engine oil. We never experienced a fluid related failure, but we tend to drive easy. If you live in an area with road salt you may have trouble removing the plugs. It’s probably best to have a mechanic do this job.
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  210. I’ve yet to see a rusty 5th Gen.
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  211. Unless the car is abused struts are a lifetime item. I’ve never changed them and the ride has always been fine.
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  212.  @arcanevoid9199  lifetime = useful life of car When things like suspension components and accessories start failing the cars best days are behind it. Modern cars last 250k miles with minimal maintenance. Modern cars ride are not affected by the shock absorbers that much. The springs are much stiffer than the old days. There is no reason to change the struts unless there are tire cupping issues. The worn factory struts are probably better than most replacements.
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  213.  @arcanevoid9199 Putting over $1000 into a car (with 250k miles) replacing all 4 struts is not worth it for a slightly improved ride.
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  214. This is a good reason to drive an older car and self insure.
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  215. If a driver constantly pushes the engine and transmission it will wear out much sooner. It will probably still go 150k miles. It’s good to push it on occasion but not all the time.
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  216.  @bluegrassman3040  Most Toyotas and others do just fine with 10-12k mile synthetic oil changes, as long as the frequency is increased as the car gets older. There is more to this story. I wouldn’t be surprised if the dealers used conventional 5w20. Who knows if they changed the oil filter. Who knows if they forgot to change the air filter. I don’t trust the dealer lube techs at most new car dealers. In addition a lot people drive their cars like they are in a race. You definitely do not want to do 10k oil changes on an engine with over 150k miles. If it’s not burning much oil you can probably stick with 0w20 synthetic, but consider going with 0w30 synthetic if consumption starts going up. I’d probably reduce the interval down to 3k miles once you get over 300k miles.
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  217. The Corolla and Prius seems like a half baked TNGA cars. Get the Camry or RAV4.
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  218. Sounds like you got a bad engine or not enough oil was put in.
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  219. You can easily defeat a locking gas cap or door with a screwdriver.
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  220. I definitely would stay with 0w20 while under warranty and shortly after. You can use 5w30 in warm climates and in some cases it may be better for the engine.
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  221.  @BiggMo I agree. In additional resale is lower. MPG is a little better in bumper to bumper traffic but that is about it. At 75+mph the MPG is actually worse.
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  222.  @jimb8842  Synthetic oil is good for at least 15k miles or 2 years whichever comes first under the best conditions. However with an older car that was prone to oil gelling 3-5k mile oil changes are probably a good idea.
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  223. If you need parking sensors you have no business driving a car.
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  224.  @jollytime0811 Luckily the 25 4Runner has moved to a better inline 4cyl turbo engine. It’s much easier to change the plugs and oil filter. Inline engines usually last longer too.
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  225. A house that is burned out maybe.
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  226. Use 5w30 in hot climates or cold climates during the summer for better longevity. 0w20 is a great cold weather oil. They specify 0w20 mainly for mpg and starting in sub zero weather.
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  227. A good locksmith can clone unlimited keys to your car.
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  228. It’s 1.6 quarts low at the add line, so you are probably about right. I’d say it was 2.2 quarts low. It only holds 4.6 in the pan and filter, not good at all.
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  229.  @drunksquirrel2051  Small rocks and debris will not puncture good tires, besides road hazard or comprehensive will cover it.
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  230. True. They all rust if you don’t oil the frame.
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  231. Generally Toyotas and most domestic cars do not burn oil. Some European cars and many Japanese cars use a lot of oil since they are poorly made. New engines should not burn any oil. More frequent oil changes are better. All engines will burn oil eventually especially if the oil gets dirty between changes. I’d just do it every 3 months, oil is cheap. Mobil 1 and Pennzoil often have rebates. Don’t overfill or you will wreck the engine. It’s best to be just under the full line. Check hot 15 minutes after shut down.
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  232. It does have a fill plug, drain plug, and check plug. Maintenance is required every 60k miles under certain conditions.
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  233. I’ll still use Kirkland 0w20 Synthetic.
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  234.  @bch5513 You can change it after high miles if you do a little at a time and if needed add anti slip additive.
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  235.  @BC08  The 5.7 has a ton of issues that some people seem to gloss over.
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  236. I hope you don’t do this on the freeway going uphill.
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  237. I agree. I also have to praise the owner for keeping this 20 year old truck going in tip top condition. I admittedly will consume a car. I keep driving it with minimal repairs and maintenance.
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  238.  @Gilbertmk2  The Doorman is usually fine. Just make sure the correct pipe is installed and change the 2 O rings. Check to make sure the rest of the filter housing is assembled correctly.
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  239. Unless you live in the arctic it really doesn’t make much difference.
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  240. Change it every 5k miles or 6 months with 0W20. The plastic filter cover is fine if not overtightened.
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  241. That car doesn’t have rust because it’s a southern car.
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  242. The locking gas doors provide practically no protection. You can open it with a knife or screwdriver in about 2 seconds. If someone is going to pour something in the gas tank the locking door is absolutely zero deterrent.
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  243. The 3.0 Toyota V6 is a non interference engine.
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  244. I guess, but we had a 2010 Highlander 2.7 I4 in the family that had 10-15k oil changes. It didn’t burn a drop of oil at 120k when sold. The trick is to avoid short trips. Long highway trips with high speed driving are easier on the oil and engine. The manual called for 5k mile oil changes with conventional 5w20. We used synthetic. We never touched anything else besides the wipers, tires, and air filters. The oil always came out very clean.
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  245.  @mitchhedberg4415  They last 2 to 3 times longer than cars from the 80s.
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  246. The people that drive a car like this don’t know what a spare tire is never mind change it.
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  247. This truck is a two seater with rear interior storage. They should just not include it.
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  248. All V8 full size SUVs get low teens, maybe up to 15 on the road.
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  249. At least he will walk away from the wreck with minimal medical bills. Those things are tanks. You can get extra insurance coverage, 20% above ACV for a few bucks per month.
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  250.  @TheCarCareNut  The F150 has engines with dual injection.
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  251. Factory Defect most likely
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  252.  @duancoviero9759 Everything else has tripled in price though. They are actually a bargain.
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  253. The V6 twin turbo has loads of low end torque is under less stress than the old 5.7 V8. These new downsized engines will last longer. Ford and GM V8s don’t last very long while Toyota I4s run forever. GM’s 2.7t is better than their V8s and is the engine to get in the Silverado.
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  254. Not all oil services are reported. Your loss is my gain.
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  255. Definitely not and make sure the engine is off or you will die from CO.
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  256.  @mr.z541  1. Theft 2. More importantly someone (maybe a child) can start the car in a confined space 3. The car battery will go dead
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  257. An improperly installed air filter or a defective air filter will prematurely wear out the engine. I wonder if it was part of the cause. 180k is a lot of miles on any engine especially if it was run hard by one of the many manic drivers.
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  258. This is why I DIY.
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  259. The Versa is a piece of junk. I rented one and it was a tiring drive.
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  260. Do you really need the booster pump and ABS? I imagine the brakes work just fine manually.
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  261.  @4-Runner  I’ve disconnected brake boosters on many cars when trying to rule out vacuum leaks. I had no trouble stopping or locking the wheels. It’s a luxury not a necessity.
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  262.  @ezustnyil8414  With the exception of Covid things have improved. I would stay away from cars built from April 2020 through the beginning of 2024.
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  263.  @ezustnyil8414  Except build quality and materials are better. I had a 2006 4Runner with very poor build quality compared to my 2018. I’m sure the 2025 is even better.
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  264. The 4R will still be running 25 years from now. Your Odyssey will be in the junkyard in 2 years.
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  265. No reason it won’t last longer than your old models. Cars keep getting more reliable and longer lasting.
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  266.  @jessebuenrostro2080  Most if not all Toyota/Lexus products are 29 ft-lbs. You will need to use a new crush washer every time.
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  267. You don’t have to do it at 2.5k. It’s just a recommendation. 5k will be fine once out of warranty.
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  268.  @marcbennett6482  They are being ridiculously conservative with that interval.
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  269. It was because all of sludge was removed by having to add a bunch of new oil and oil changes from 46k to 66k. It may have had an oil flush as well. It obviously ran low on oil at some point to be worn out that much.
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  270.  @muhammadnursyahmi9440 Very true, but what if it gets totaled in a crash.
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  271.  @karkule5919  I plan to keep my 5th Gen and save lots of $$$.
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  272. I’d just put the windows down. Once the AC quits in a car, it’s best days are behind it.
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  273.  @johneldorado  The way used car prices are crashing right now I’d put this car at $5k. Sedans really aren’t desirable cars anymore.
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  274.  @jinsu0504 I feel unsafe driving a car with low miles since it doesn’t have a track record. I’d rather drive a car with 200k miles across the country.
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  275. It’s now going to rattle.
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  276. Same here with my 19 RAV4 LE AWD at 131k miles, knock on wood. This car is literally a maintenance free tank. Still on original everything except for tires, wipers, oil, washer fluid, and filters. I’m on the second set of tires and they are less than half worn with 90k miles. I broke a belt in the original tires carrying over a ton in the back.
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  277. The spin on filters are easy to cut open. The filters are always clean in Toyotas anyway, not matter how long it’s in there. I’m glad the newer (2019+) RAV4s have a spin on filter.
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  278. You are supposed to put in Dextron III transmission fluid not power steering fluid. Why would you change it anyway. It’s a lifetime fluid.
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  279. It did for awhile, but is now much better.
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  280. There are a lot of frivolous warranty claims so dealers and manufacturers have to be careful. The Land Cruiser is being discontinued anyway. I’d wait and get an updated 4Runner. I have a hard time believing that it broke due to a manufacturing defect.
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  281. Engines break in today much like 50 years ago. The oil and filters are better. Some manufacturers recommend leaving the dirty oil in the crankcase to help the new engine break in. Personally I do the first change at 3-4k miles and then 5-6k miles thereafter. It takes about 25k miles to break in a modern engine.
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  282. No reason it won’t last longer with fewer issues
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  283. The 5.7 has more issues than the 3.4.
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  284. I guess I got lucky. My new 18 4R 4x4 SR5 w/Navigation was only $34.7k all in out the door. I bought at the end of the model year.
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  285.  @bohan9957  It’s been the cheapest car I’ve ever owned with all costs factored in. I don’t drive it that much (have other cars) so I don’t care about the mpg.
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  286. I think Mobil 1 Extended Performance is better oil, just don’t run it the full 20k miles.
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  287. There are some club specific tires that Costco and Sams sell. They are good quality tires. Other tires are exactly the same no matter where they are sold. I’d recommend buying tires at Costco since they usually do not have old inventory like at a car dealer.
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  288.  @JDMSwervo2001  They might be a medical courier or something like that. It’s basically on the road all the time.
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  289.  @Lucentlens  The Camry has such good aero and no towing ability that the engine isn’t pushed at all. The RAV4 will work this engine especially if you tow a travel trailer.
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  290. I doubt the 4R was going that fast, otherwise you would have been seriously injured.
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  291.  @christopherelrod8788  You were lucky and must be very fit.
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  292. All modern engines have lower tension rings. The rings have improved since the time they first came out.
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  293.  @robster7787 Mechanics don’t look at the car during the trade in process. A sales consultant with basically no mechanical knowledge drives the car around the block and makes an offer. Most cars just have minor issues. It’s not worth it for sales to pay service to inspect every car before a transaction.
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  294. This V8 will go away soon. It will probably be replaced with a 4 cylinder turbo hybrid.
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  295.  @MusicConnoisseurian  You are wrong, otherwise rental car companies would never buy new cars. School Buses would never get replaced. Police cars would never get replaced. I could go on and on.
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  296. Is the oil on the dipstick clean? If dirty, the service still needs to be done. They may have changed the oil, but not the filter. That is why it’s 1/4 high. I’d make them redo the service. Mark the filter to make sure it’s changed. Put tape on the oil drain plug to make sure they change the oil.
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  297. It probably has 1,000,005 miles on it. The odo turned over.
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  298. I’m not sure why people are worried about the hybrid battery. There is a long warranty. Most people that buy new cars trade them in after 5-7 years. Hybrids generally have much lower repair costs even with one or two battery replacements in the 25 years lifespan of the car. If you are a conservative driver the brakes will never wear out. The AC compressor is electric and will last much longer. The water pump is electric. There is no alternator or belt. The ICE in a hybrid will last much longer since it is not being pushed as hard. I expect all vehicles that Toyota sells will be hybrids and plug in hybrids by 2030.
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  299.  @beexiong2995 Definitely and it’s not close.
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  300. I’m actually surprised that Toyota stayed with Body on Frame. With the Grand Highlander there isn’t really much point in having a Sequoia. I wouldn’t be surprised if the next Sequoia is a Grand Grand Highlander. The 7th Gen 4R will probably be based on the same unibody architecture with much more clearance, articulation, and approach/departure angles.
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  301. 90s and early 00s Toyotas rusted really badly and the engines had oil gelling and burning not to mention stripped head bolts as well as blown head gaskets. The best Toyotas were made right before the pandemic. Quality is improving again but the entire industry went way downhill from 2020 to 2023. I wouldn’t touch any car made from late 2020 to early 2024.
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  302.  @FreedomLover170 The oil burning is because of inferior oil, poor engine design, or high miles (over 150k), not because of 10k changes with a decent synthetic.
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  303.  @igortokarev2350  Most older cars had garbage engines and a few new cars still do.
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  304.  @bluegrassman3040  Why would you spend $5k plus on a car worth $500-$1500? People wonder why they have no money. Those old Camrys were sludge monsters. I’m surprised the engine lasted over 100k miles. Cars from that era are deathtraps. Considering all of the SUVs and Pickups on todays roads a 20 year old sedan is not a place you want to be.
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  305.  @bluegrassman3040  There are many factors that cause oil to deteriorate. The 2000 era Camry needed 2500 mile oil changes with Group 4 synthetic to prevent sludge especially in hot climates. The engines that last 200k plus miles from that era were pampered in a moderate climate with mostly highway miles. Newer engines take a lot more abuse. The oils are much better, especially 0W16. It’s an amazing oil.
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  306.  @wholeNwon  Your Grandparents paid $200k plus (in todays dollars) for their tiny lead and asbestos laden shack with bad windows and no insulation.
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  307. All sedans suck. They are a terrible body style.
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  308. The most important reason to run it often is to prevent the seals from drying out.
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  309. That is normal oil consumption for an older car. 1qt per 3000-5000 miles is nothing to worry about. I’d just keep using whatever oil you’ve been using and change the oil every 4K miles or 4 months tops.
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  310.  @OffshoreBluewater I agree. No reason to get a HL over a 4R other than slightly better mpg.
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  311. Temporarily, then sell it. Sealer will cause clogging issues long term and will not hold very long. This is what used car dealers do.
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  312. I never check the oil level. I put in 4.8 quarts and verify I get close to that out at the next oil change.
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  313. They don’t cost anywhere near that. The V8s were gas hogs.
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  314. The A25A-FKS is a much better engine. It’s 25 percent more efficient and never burns oil even with 12k mile changes.
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  315. Do a drain and fill. Repeat twice during the next 2 oil changes. Do not flush it.
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  316. The 24 4R is about it and it’s getting replaced soon.
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  317. I’m puzzled. All you have to do is downshift. There is no need to vary the speed of the car, just the engine rpm. Driving 50 mph on I95 is reckless, hopefully no one was behind you.
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  318. Just run it till you get a misfire or 150k miles whichever comes first.
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  319. I hate to break it to you but the Camry is what all the Crossovers are based on. Think of the Camry as a Crossover with a lowered roof line, trunk, and lowered springs.
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  320. Yes. They generally don’t have issues just like electric power steering pumps.
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  321.  @mrpoohbearlvr  I had a 96 Blazer. It was horrific. Everything broke. GM was junk back then. The newer ones are actually better.
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  322.  @rkan2 I have 106k miles on my gas 19 RAV4 and brakes are only worn down 25%. Brakes are a lifetime part on any modern car.
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  323. I’d just drive as is. People worry too much about noises. All cars make noises as they age. I would fix the tie rod though.
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  324. The A25A-FKS is better than the V6. It gets better mpg and is much more powerful in the Prime model.
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  325. I use Stabil 360 in my 4Runner that I do not drive much. It is designed to be used in modern engines. I do not recommend letting a car sit with unstabilized fuel. Even ethanol free gas will deteriorate.
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  326. It’s rare to need new struts. People replace them just because and end up destroying the ride with cheap aftermarket crap.
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  327.  @Cookiebaggs233  They don’t wear out unless seriously abused. Even if they are worn I’m not going to waist money on a car with over 150k miles to get a harder ride. Cars with slightly worn out shocks actually ride better, they float a little more.
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  328. Run the gas out, add a bottle of fuel stabilizer, and refill with gas. You will be good for 6 months to 1 year.
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  329.  @dc9039 I’m not sure why someone with kids would buy a Sienna with kids. The Grand Highlander and Sequoia are much better options.
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  330.  @JohnDavis-yz9nq Toyotas take way more abuse than Hondas. This is why cabbies and ride share drivers use Toyotas.
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  331.  @dwadd7528 Never buy a new or used Hyundai or Kia Anything. They are pure trash.
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  332.  @kyusencol8394  Proof? The entire industry which Toyota leads is better than two years ago.
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  333. The smaller tire has a lower load index. I wouldn’t put the 2256517s on the Sienna since you may overload the tires. In addition it will not handle correctly since the tires are slightly narrower. The new model is a hybrid so there is more weight, probably too much for the 225s. No reputable tire shop will put them on.
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  334. You can’t even use all the power with front drive until it shifts out of first gear.
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  335. The RX runs forever and the styling is timeless.
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  336. I doubt gas prices will change much because of taxes. They will change somewhat as the economy improves. I doubt Democrats win both Georgia seats and even if they do there is Senator Manchin.
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  337. It’s still running great at almost 100k miles. Still over half left on original brake pads. Absolutely zero oil burning with 8k mile oil changes. I’ve lowered the interval as it gets older.
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  338. If they are rusted away there is no life left. The powertrain is probably not far behind.
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  339.  @blder56  I doubt it’s nothing more than surface rust.
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  340. They want to charge you a lot for service, of course they will treat you well.
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  341.  @ronfazer2423 Records are often fraudulent. Check the current condition.
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  342. There is usually multiple viscosities approved in the owners manual. They’d have to prove that the wrong viscosity caused the problem anyway. If you have a lawyer you will most likely win a breach of warranty lawsuit. They can deny initially, but will be forced to reverse their decision in most cases if the customer doesn’t back down. Mechanics are not Attorneys.
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  343.  @danwake4431  Coolant does not lose freeze protection. Someone added more water to the system, which raised the freezing point and caused more corrosion. Coolant can lose some corrosion inhibitors over time. This is replenished with top ups. Coolant changes really are not needed if you keep the system topped up with a proper mixture.
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  344.  @danwake4431  You need to run proper coolant in all climates. It prevents boil over as well and has corrosion inhibitors. It does go below freezing in Florida. The entire state is north of the tropics. Snow, ice, and below freezing temperatures are common in the state.
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  345. The 1GR won’t win any races, but it will be running after a million miles.
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  346.  @Michael-db4sn Most likely it was defective.
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  347. This repair wouldn’t makes sense now that car prices are collapsing. I suspect a lot of cars will be getting junked in 2025 and 2026. If you live in a state without inspections just straight pipe it and use 15w40 oil. Top it off at every fuel stop. At least you won’t have tailgaters from all the blue smoke.
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  348. I’ve heard through another YouTube channel that the 6th Gen 4R will be all new for the 2023 model year. It will be on the new TNGA F platform. It will be slightly larger and slightly lighter. It will have a turbo gas inline 4 with about 280 HP which will go on sale in December of 2022. There will be a series hybrid inline 4 with a combined 260 HP. The gas and hybrid will use a 10 speed automatic. Eventually there will be a prime model with well over 300 HP. Expect a starting price just under the Tundra.
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  349. No difference. They go by age, mileage, and condition. This is why you do minimal maintenance to cars and save for a replacement. Not to mention no safety equipment or tech like CarPlay.
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  350. Exhaust, shocks, and struts really never fail on modern cars. The suspension on modern cars is so firm that you really don’t even need shocks/struts. They should have just left the original struts in place.
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  351. I don’t buy extended warranties and sleep well at night. Extended warranties are a waist of money. They don’t even pay out 10 cents on the dollar. A fool is born every minute. Smart people self insure.
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  352. Yes, but it will become a crossover. The sedan is dead. There is a large gap between the Venza and Highlander.
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  353.  @jamesmedina2062  Fuel is cheap in the US relative to inflated wages.
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  354. Better hope you are not in an accident in that little car.
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  355. If you are an easy going driver the 3k synthetic oil changes are a total waist of money. Everytime you change the oil the engine gets a dry start which puts more wear on the engine. Follow the manual.
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  356. @J.P.M. 52 Yes and the oil change is free.
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  357. Doubt it. The V6 turbo is every bit as durable. V8s will be gone soon, even in HD trucks.
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  358.  @the_random9718  AWD with half worn all seasons is better in the snow than a FWD with new winter tires. On ice that’s a different story.
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  359. @Steven Strain Depending upon the mode I have it in my RAV4 can send up to 50% to the rear. This is a lot in rear light vehicle. A little bit of power transferred to the rear makes a big difference in the snow. The braking system controls side to side slip. Performance is cars with high power and 50/50 weight distribution need to send more power to the rear to put it down without spinning the front wheels.
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  360.  @2010ngojo  All sponsored by tire makers in some way.
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  361.  @britexpat_l33t  I guess your dumb enough to fall for the winter/snow tire scam. No tire will give adequate traction on ice. Most all seasons do great in snow.
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  362.  @dwayneIs371  They will soon. Crossovers are better than sedans and pickup trucks.
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  363.  @ver151set  The weight is not over the drive wheels when loaded and the weight shifts to the rear during hard acceleration. They don’t use front drive in race cars for a reason. Even the best drivers can’t overcome physics. Your statement is meaningless.
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  364. New tires have more rolling resistance because of the deeper tread. You will burn more gas with new eco tires vs bald mud tires.
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  365. I can practically guarantee a hybrid is coming in 23 or 24.
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  366. They are an order of magnitude more complex with repair costs much higher. It’s like going from the frying pan into the fire.
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  367. The driver has control over start stop by how far the brake pedal is depressed. Shutting off the engine does not affect the turbos. They are cooled whether the engine is running or not. Nothing to worry about.
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  368.  @naveenthemachine  Start Stop extends the life of the engine. Idling is the worst thing you can do to an engine. The starter motor is heavy duty.
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  369. It will be on the same architecture as the new Land Cruiser and Tundra. It will continue to be built on a full frame. There are plenty of body on frame utility vehicles, none are cheap though.
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  370.  @Rafegaret People generally don’t get their out of warranty car fixed at the dealer. Most people buy used cars and not at new car dealers.
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  371.  @xxk4rilsxx  That’s a lot of miles on an 18. You must be a courier. I have 42k miles on my 19 RAV, so far no issues knock on wood. How often do you change the oil? Have you done any other maintenance?
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  372. What trim do you have? Will you be keeping the original factory wheels? Any tire over OEM size will rub a little or a lot at full steering wheel lock on uneven terrain. MPG will go down. Performance will drop. Your warranty might be voided. The life of the powertrain will be compromised. You will need to replace the spare. Many people are using 2356517 tires without too many issues. Some people have lifted their RAV4 and use 2456517 tires.
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  373. I bet the owner changed the oil DIY and figured they could ignore the filter which is a big hassle. They won the bet.
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  374. They will probably keep the gas only RAV4 since it’s such a big seller. The Camry is a specialty car since it’s a sedan so they went with one power train. The Camry will probably fade away and get discontinued in a couple years.
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  375. If only one is bad, why replace both? A car can get totaled at any moment.
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  376. There is no good reason including temperature to use an oil other than 0w16 in this engine. It’s an extremely robust oil.
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