Well, this morning had to make a grocery store run. Went to the garage, started my '14Corolla LEEco and immediately the engine revved up and began running rough. The vehicle has less than 10k miles.
The CEL came on and so I decided to visit dealer. On my way, it would not accept any more than 10-15% throttle input or it would "choke". At one point, it died, had to put in "N" and restart. At the stoplights, it would buck slightly.
I'll post more once I get results from dealer. Anyone else experience this?
Wow, I wouldn't be happy. Pretty hard to speculate what might be wrong. The OBD code will give the answer. The car was in " limp mode", which allows the car to operate enough to get it to the dealer to get repaired and not leave you stranded, while minimizing any more damage. This generally only happens with a pretty serious problem. No hiccups at all before this happened?
I had a 2013 Civic with 400 miles on it and on the way to work one morning I pushed in the clutch to shift and it just stayed stuck to the floor and had to get a week old car towed to the dealer, so stuff happens. Never had any more trouble after that. Good luck.
Well, I'm driving a 2015 Camry 'till it's fixed. It's funny they quizzed me on my "modifications". The one is the factory accessory LED fog lights! I can't believe they would question that. The second, albeit, non-related to the vehicle performance in any way, was my Hella Supertones! HAHAHA. I laughed at them. Being in the automotive industry for over 14yrs, I know why they asked, but laughed because I used to ask myself to make sure. I assured them that the fog lights were purchased at the dealership and the horns were tied into the factory harness.
Anyhow, spoke with technician looking at my car and was told the code is related to the variable-valve timing module that sits off the side of the cylinder head. He stated that he had never seen this code/problem before.
Again, the vehicle hasn't had it's first oil change. I was going to purchase the items today to do so. The vehicle hasn't had issue #1 since purchased. I have been very satisfied with the Corolla LE Eco. I would speculate that the issue is a possible ECU parameter problem, VVT-i module issue or sensor.
Sounds consistent with the symptoms. I haven't heard of any other ECOs having the problem. If its an ECU parameter programmed wrong, would likely be more cases.
Just curious, since the oil change is free, why are you purchasing the parts? Toyota's oil and filter are pretty good (and free). Just like to do it yourself?
I wasn't aware I had free oil changes. I thought you had to "pre-pay" that at time of purchase. If so, I opted out of any pre-paid maintenance. I do not mind doing the oil changes myself and/or tire rotations. It's relatively easy and I've got more than enough tools after working on cars professionally over 14yrs.
If I do have free oil changes, I don't mind having them do it. 0W-20 synthetic oil isn't cheap!
Yep you get free scheduled maintenance and roadside assistance for two years or 25000 miles included with purchase on all Toyotas. No charge. Can't believe the dealer didn't explain that to you, its not like a prepaid maintenance plan. They usually use it as a big selling point. I plan to take advantage of it. Like you said, that oil aint cheap
I got the 5 year Toyota Care so I wouldn't have to do my own maintenance while paying for the car, it'll be a nice break and if I decide to trade it in, all maintenance records will be there.
Chances are I'm going to keep it for a long long time. If it does go anywhere, it'll go to my niece when she turns 16.
I received a call from the service advisor today. I was told that the VVt-i module has to be replaced. Part was ordered and should be fixed by tomorrow. I asked about the oil change as well. I gave the go ahead to change the oil and rotate tires.
I hope that isn't a part that is gonna have a high failure rate. Sounds expensive. At least its covered by powertrain warranty. I had it in the back of my mind if that were to fail, could it cause the same problems as a timing belt breaking, possibly damaged valves if its an interference-style engine.
Well, the part (VVt-i module) was over $1750 and the o-ring was approx $4.56. Now, add to that the cost of the rental from Saturday to Wednesday.....that is one hefty bill Toyota just footed.
In any case, the vehicle is back up and running. The ride home was just like normal. Once home I inspected the job. My only gripe is that the technician didn't clean ALL of the oil that was spilled when replacing the VVt-i module. A quick wipe of the shop towel and all better.
Here's to many more trouble-free miles.
Jose
P.S. I will add there was some TSB performed as well the re-programmed the ECU. Hunting for information on that as apparently it is somewhat related.
Well, the part (VVt-i module) was over $1750 and the o-ring was approx $4.56. Now, add to that the cost of the rental from Saturday to Wednesday.....that is one hefty bill Toyota just footed.
In any case, the vehicle is back up and running. The ride home was just like normal. Once home I inspected the job. My only gripe is that the technician didn't clean ALL of the oil that was spilled when replacing the VVt-i module. A quick wipe of the shop towel and all better.
Here's to many more trouble-free miles.
Jose
Yes, that would be interesting if there is a TSB on this, perhaps something to prevent this from happening in the first place. That's incredibly expensive for that part. I don't like the sound of this. At least it happened early.
P.S. I will add there was some TSB performed as well the re-programmed the ECU. Hunting for information on that as apparently it is somewhat related.