3rd & 4th Generation (1992–1996 & 1997–2001)Toyota Camry Discussion for years: 1992-1996 & 1997-2001
Topics of discussion range from fuel economy, safety, modifications, performance all involving America's favorite family car, the Toyota Camry.
Car wouldn't turn off / brake light on / engine ticking
I have owned my 1996 Toyota Camry, automatic transmission, ~147,000 miles, for five years now and until today I've never had to deal with any strange problems (my previous car was a volvo, which delighted me with all sorts of random issues).
Last night I started the car, disengaged my e-brake, and the brake light stayed on. Rengaged/disengaged, tried to see if anything was stuck, nothing. I didn't have far to go, so I started driving. No noticeable issue accelerating.
Stopped to get gas about 5 blocks away. Put the car in Park, turned off the ignition. The car turned off but the engine made turning noises, like the sound of an engine turning that can't start. I turned the car back on. Shut off, same issue. Did this a few times and eventually it completely shut off. Additionally, the engine this whole time while "on" made an unusual ticking noise.
I called my bro-in-law who suggested tapping the fuses in the relay/fuse boxes by the battery. I did that, started the car, and it's back to normal. No brake light on, no engine ticking noise. Normal start/off.
Any ideas? I'm about to drive 12 hours tomorrow (all highway) and don't know how concerned I should be.
I have owned my 1996 Toyota Camry, automatic transmission, ~147,000 miles, for five years now and until today I've never had to deal with any strange problems (my previous car was a volvo, which delighted me with all sorts of random issues).
Last night I started the car, disengaged my e-brake, and the brake light stayed on. Rengaged/disengaged, tried to see if anything was stuck, nothing. I didn't have far to go, so I started driving. No noticeable issue accelerating.
Stopped to get gas about 5 blocks away. Put the car in Park, turned off the ignition. The car turned off but the engine made turning noises, like the sound of an engine turning that can't start. I turned the car back on. Shut off, same issue. Did this a few times and eventually it completely shut off. Additionally, the engine this whole time while "on" made an unusual ticking noise.
I called my bro-in-law who suggested tapping the fuses in the relay/fuse boxes by the battery. I did that, started the car, and it's back to normal. No brake light on, no engine ticking noise. Normal start/off.
Any ideas? I'm about to drive 12 hours tomorrow (all highway) and don't know how concerned I should be.
I dont know the Camrys that well but I agree with the BIL about checking the relays.......the other thing that it might be as a generic automotive suggestion is the ignition switch......
__________________
2006 Vibe, White, 1zzfe, auto ( Toyota type IV), AWD, PW, PL, CC, AC, 161,000(5/12/2012)
1998 Camry LE, 4 door, Puke Green, I4(5S-FE), CA Emissions, Auto(A140E), 122k(3/22/2012), AC,CC, ABS, Built in Japan 04/98. Grandmas old car(acquired 7/22/2011), work= precat Denso A/F sensor, NGK wires.
coincidentally there is someone else with the same issue posting today..her eis the link......someone on that thread came up with the same conclusion I did....relays or ignition switch 95 Camry (2.2L) Engine Problem
__________________
2006 Vibe, White, 1zzfe, auto ( Toyota type IV), AWD, PW, PL, CC, AC, 161,000(5/12/2012)
1998 Camry LE, 4 door, Puke Green, I4(5S-FE), CA Emissions, Auto(A140E), 122k(3/22/2012), AC,CC, ABS, Built in Japan 04/98. Grandmas old car(acquired 7/22/2011), work= precat Denso A/F sensor, NGK wires.
Last night I started the car, disengaged my e-brake, and the brake light stayed on. Rengaged/disengaged, tried to see if anything was stuck, nothing. I didn't have far to go, so I started driving. No noticeable issue accelerating.
Two possibilities. If it has a foot brake, sometimes the pedal doesn't come back up all the way when released. Try pulling the release handle, and lift the pedal with your toe. Mine does this often. The other possiblity is that it's low on brake fluid. Check the reservoir and verify the level is above the "MIN" line.
__________________
1992 Camry LE, V6 (3VZ-FE), ABS brakes, 330k miles, dark emerald pearl, owned since new.
1996 Avalon XLS, ABS brakes, moonroof, white, acquired w/ 139k miles, now at 261k.
2001 Yamaha FZ1, Ivan's jet kit, resprung all around, Ohlins in the rear, Race Tech cartridge emulators in the forks, 45k miles.
if tapping on relays makes it good then one of relays tends to get stuck (and knocking on it makes it unstuck). check all relays and try narrowing it down, replace the faulty one.
for brake light staying on, as above, check the brake fluid level, if it's low then the light will tend to stay on at all times.
__________________ '02 Solara SLE V6 1MZ-FE/A541E Coupe .: Denso/NGK : Akebono SP : Philips 9011 HIR (low+high) : Toshiba HIR2 9012 (fogs) : Magnefine :. @ 131k
'00 Solara SE 5S-FE/A140E Coupe .: NGK : Hawk HPS : Philips XP : RCEng : Magnefine :. @ 82k
4SALE: connectors for Camry Headlight Wiring Harness and ECU
The AutoGuide.com network consists of the largest network of enthusiast-owned enthusiast-operated automotive communities.
AutoGuide.com provides the latest car reviews, auto show coverage, new car prices, and automotive news. The AutoGuide network operates more than 100 automotive forums where our users consult peers for shopping information and advice, and share opinions as a community.
ToyotaNation.com is an independent Toyota/Lexus enthusiast website. ToyotaNation.com is not sponsored by or in any way affiliated with Toyota Motor Sales, USA, Inc. The Toyota, Lexus and Scion names and logos are trademarks owned by Toyota Motor Sales, USA, Inc.
Linear Mode
