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Don't forget transmission and differential ATF, two different drain fill holes.
Don't forget transmission and differential ATF, two different drain fill holes.
Will do, thanksNice.
Don't forget transmission and differential ATF, two different drain fill holes.
Headlight restorer is a gimmick. For me the only thing that has worked is sanding down a bit and then buffing the lense. Even that wears away after a couple months. I was thinking of just getting two new housings since they only cost about $30 each.I noticed your headlights are foggy. That's a common problem on the 3rd and 4th gen headlight lenses. I would clean them up with a kit and then put brighter bulbs in them.
Otherwise, that Camry looks mint!
I’ve looked at some videos about it and it could be the speed sensor wire. When struts are changed, the weight of the wheel pulls the wire down and splits it. This is all from a video I watched so it could be something totally different. I’ll scan it once I’m back in town.That's funny I've been working on my hand-me-down 98 LE v6 (also with 233k mi) and its ABS light is also on. For some reason my scanner (fairly robust, could turn off SRS light on my BMW and Honda) wasn't able to read the Camry's ABS codes. BUT you can do some self diagnosis using a paper clip and a pen/paper (to count the blinks). I'll get the code manual when I'm near the car. Looks like it's in decent shape (mine has some minor rust and clearcoat flaking I'm treating). How's the suspension? Any parts ever been changed? The front strut mounts tend to deteriorate after a while (clunking noise while going over bumps), as do the valve cover gaskets (leak down rear of engine) and valve stem seals (blue smoke on start up after sitting for a while).
Avoid TYC branded lights if you can. I've found them to be hit or miss in terms of build quality or beam focus. Go Toyota OEM if you can. Depo makes decent ones too if the Toyota ones are too expensive.Headlight restorer is a gimmick. For me the only thing that has worked is sanding down a bit and then buffing the lense. Even that wears away after a couple months. I was thinking of just getting two new housings since they only cost about $30 each.
Those headlights look good. I definitely will stay away from TYC, I've heard less than desirable things about them as well so thanks for the reminder. The OE headlights are a bit more expensive than what I was wanting to spend so it'll be aftermarket. I'll let you know what route I decide to take. I'll see how they are at night now. I may be able to get away with just a brighter bulb but we'll see.Avoid TYC branded lights if you can. I've found them to be hit or miss in terms of build quality or beam focus. Go Toyota OEM if you can. Depo makes decent ones too if the Toyota ones are too expensive.
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It's too bad you can't get these Anzos for your car. They only fit 2000-2001. They work wonderful and are compatible with LEDs.
I guess you could try and retrofit them ...
I've had good luck with Silverstar Ultras.I may be able to get away with just a brighter bulb but we'll see.
I used my garage door as a guide. They are even but they wouldn't move up.Best is to adjust the light's patterns against a flat surface similar to this tutorial
That's the thing, I used the adjusters and it didn't help. The top adjuster would just move the beam inward, like being cross-eyed. The bottom adjuster is impossible to get to but is that the one that does up and down adjustment? I didn't try it because of the lack of space to get in there.Any reason you don't wish to use the adjusters? I was able to aim mine pretty high with the adjusters. Actually had to lower them a bit. The lights just aren't that bright. Didn't feel like putting in brighter bulbs that only last a year. I have fogs on mine and use them on dark roads to illuminate the sides a bit more. Helps with deer during the fall rut.
Good question. I haven't been in a situation where I've had to lock the brakes up. I have the 4 cyl so there isn't going to be any traction control issues LOL I doubt we'll see anymore ice or snow so it'll have to wait until then or when I have to brake to the point they would lock up. If I do, you'll either hear from me or not... If not, you know what happened.You mentioned the ABS light. Does the ABS still work?
My V6 had the ABS light turn on, and occasionally the Traction control would kick in and reduce throttle.
It turned out to be the O2 sensor, (in my situation, it was the one closest to fire wall was failing). The O2 sockets with a slot cut out are a waste of time and money. Get a good 22mm box end wrench instead.