READ FIRST -- Official 5th/6th Gen Camry and 2nd Gen Solara DIY and Veh Info Sticky!

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Discussion Starter · Feb 22, 2008 (Edited by Moderator)

Here is a sticky with links to the various DIY projects we have going here. They’re specified as being Gen 5 Camry/Gen 2 Solara related, Gen 6 Camry/Gen 2 Solara related, Gen 5 Camry, Gen 6 Camry, or general. Best of luck with your DIYs! Thank you to all the creators of these DIYs...it is because of you that these are a possibility! And remember, we assume no responsibility for your mistakes. :lol: Enjoy! -- Corey

It would be a good idea for any person doing DIY work to purchase a Haynes or Chilton manual that will answer most any repair question. If you have something you think should be added to this sticky, or if you see something that is in error, please send a PM with the link/information to any of the Camry section Moderators. Thank you, and please check back occasionally for updates. -- TrailDust

Brakes, Steering, and Suspension:

Gen 5 Camry: Rear Drum Brake Adjustment
Gen 5 Camry/Gen 2 Solara: Brake Fluid Flush
Gen 5 Camry/Gen 2 Solara: Steering Issues
Gen 5 Camry/Gen 2 Solara: Strut and Sway Bar Bushing Replacement
Gen 6 Camry: Rear Clunk Fix and Strut Replacement
Gen 6 Camry: 2007-2011 Front Brake Job with PICS!
Gen 6 Camry: Suspension Thread (Coils, Springs, Sway Bar, Strut Bar, Etc.)
General: 2002-2011 Rear Disc Brake Job and Parking Brake Adjustment
General: 2002-2011 Front Wheel Bearing Replacement

Engine Maintenance, Modifications, and Repair:

Gen 5 Camry/Gen 2 Solara: Official 2002-2006 2AZFE Stripped Head Bolt Issue Thread
Gen 5 Camry/Gen 2 Solara: Engine Modification Discussion
Gen 5 Camry/Gen 2 Solara: 4cyl (2AZ-FE) Serpentine Belt Replacement
Gen 5 Camry/Gen 2 Solara: 4cyl (2AZ-FE) Spark Plug Change
Gen 5 Camry/Gen 2 Solara: 4cyl (2AZ-FE) Catalytic Converter Replacement
Gen 5 Camry/Gen 2 Solara: 4cyl (2AZ-FE) Thermostat Inspection & Coolant Flush
Gen 5 Camry/Gen 2 Solara: 4cyl (2AZ-FE) Water Pump & Drive Belt Replacement
Gen 5 Camry/Gen 2 Solara: 4cyl (2AZ-FE) Valve Cover Gasket Replacement
Gen 5 Camry/Gen 2 Solara: 6 Cyl (1MZFE and 3MZFE) Starter Replacement
Gen 5/5.5 Camry 6 Cyl (1MZFE VVT-i) Spark Plug, Valve Cover Gasket, Timing Belt, Water Pump, Front Seal, and Thermostat Replacement
Evaporator core replacement

DIY: Evaporator Core Replacement Camry 2007

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Gen 6 Camry/Gen 2 Solara: Official 2.4 Liter 2AZFE/2AZFXE (Hybrid) Oil Consumption Thread
Gen 6 Camry/Gen 2 Solara: Knock Sensor and Harness Replacement
Gen 6 Camry: 6cyl (2GR-FE) Alternator Replacement w/Pics!
Gen 6 Camry: 6cyl (2GR-FE) Spark Plug Change w/Pics!
Gen 6 Camry: 6cyl (2GR-FE) Rubber to Metal VVT-i Line Swap w/Pics!
Gen 6 Camry: Official TRD Exhaust Thread
Gen 6 Camry: Turbocharging the V6 or the 2.4 I4 Gen 6
Gen 6 Camry: 4cyl (2AR-FE) Intake Manifold Removal and PCV Valve Replacement w/Pics!
General: (2AZ-FE) Cooling System Flush w/Pics!
General: (2AZ-FE) Throttle Body Cleaning
General: (2AZ-FE) PCV Valve Replacement
General: (2AZFE) Bank 1 Sensor 2 Identification and Part Numbers
General: 4cyl (2AZ-FE) Valve Cover Gasket Replacement - Video
General: Mass Air Flow (MAF) Sensor Cleaning
General: Injector Cleaning/Flush Using Dealer kit
General: Battery Group Size Chart
General: Free Fault Codes
General: Interference Engines & Timing Belt Replacement Recommendations from Gates.com
General: Motor Oil: Synthetic or Conventional oil? Which one should I use?
General: Motor Oil: Toyota Required Oils. GF-4 and non-GF-4 Listed
General: Seafoaming

Transmission Maintenance & Repair:

Gen 6 Camry: U660E & U760E 6 Speed Transmission Flush 2007-2011 2GR-FE and 2010-2011 2AR-FE Camry
General: Should You Change Your Transmission Fluid? Yes!
General: 2002-2009 4 Speed and 5 Speed Auto Transmission Flush
General: 2002-2009 4 Speed and 5 Speed Auto Transmission Filter Change and Fluid Flush
General: 2002-2011 Passenger Side CV Axle Replacement

Exterior Modifications & Maintenance:

Gen 5 Camry: Projector Headlight Retrofit
Gen 5 Camry: Fog Light Install
Gen 5 Camry: Door Handle Rust Fix
Gen 5 Camry: Independent Fog Light Mod
Gen 5 Camry: Interior Squeaking/Rubbing Noise? Windshield Clip TSB
Gen 6 Camry: DIY Guide: Black (Custom color) Housing Headlights
Gen 6 Camry: Rear Bumper and Taillight Removal
Gen 6 Camry: DIY GUIDE: Replacing Spark Plugs on 2az-fe
Gen 6 Camry: SE Trunk Lift
Gen 6 Camry: Taillight Removal
Gen 6 Camry: Replace upper grill
Gen 6 Camry: LED door handles
Gen 6 Camry: LED Power Folding Mirrors w/ JDM OEM switch AssemblyGeneral: Covering Squirrel Spotters
General: Headlight Adjustment
General: HID Question? Read Here First
General: Taking Apart Headlights
General: Illuminated Emblems

Interior Modifications, Maintenance, and Repair:

Gen 5 Camry: DIY Heater Core Replacement
Gen 5 Camry: Door Panel Removal & Squealing Window Repair
Gen 5 Camry: Power Window Regulator Replacement
Gen 5 Camry: Trunk Light Repair Procedure
Gen 5 Camry: Converting Dash to LEDs XLE Auto Climate Control, Gear Shifter & Heated Seat Switches
Gen 5 Camry: Shift Lever Light Bulb Replacement
Gen 5 Camry/Gen 2 Solara: Steering Wheel Audio Control Lighting Change
Gen 5 Camry: Turn Off That Annoying Seatbelt Chime!
Gen 6 Camry: Radio, Door Panel, Rear Deck, and Tweeter Removal
Gen 6 Camry: Changing Steering Wheel Audio/Bluetooth Control Lights
Gen 6 Camry: DIY Short Shifter
Gen 6 Camry: Lighted Doorsills
Gen 6 Camry: OEM NAV Retrofit
Gen 6 Camry: Seatbelt Warning Noise...How To Turn It Off!
Gen 6 Camry: Wet Carpet and Odor Removal w/Pics!
Gen 6 Camry: Wiring Footwell Lighting to Dome Light
Gen 6 Camry: OEM Auto-Dimming Mirror Install
General: Cold Weather Dashboard Rattle Fix on the Gen 5 Camry & Gen 6 Camry
General: Cold Cathode Trunk Lighting
General: Auto Dimming Mirror Install
General: Instrument Cluster LED Swap
General: LED Information/Sizes
General: LED Swapping
Part 1 - LED's Installed. Youtube vid.
Part 2 - DIY Interior Lights (Map, Dome, Shifter, Courtesy Doors...
General: Master List of LED Bulb Sizes & DIY/Tutorials for Interior/Exterior Lights

Tires and Wheels:

General: Tire Recommendation Thread
General: Lexus OEM rims on the Gen 5 and Gen 6 Camry and Gen 2 Solara
General: Recommended Wheel, Tire, Offset
General: Widest Gen 5 Setups
General: Wheel and Tire Offset Calculator

Miscellaneous:

Gen 5 Camry/Gen 2 Solara: Remote Programming
Gen 6 Camry: Do You Hear A Clunk When Starting Out In Your Camry? It's The ABS System Performing A Check
Gen 6 Camry: TSB Listing
Gen 6 Camry: Warm Up Your Car Without Remote Start
Gen 6 Camry: Toyota to replace gas pedals, brake override and RECALLS
General: New Camry and Solara Purchase: Common Problems and Recommended Maintenance
General: Maintenance Required Light
General: Ultimate Retrofit/HID Thread

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TrailDust

· #2 · Apr 5, 2010

Sticky update

This is an update notice to all Gen 5 & 6 owners. This DIY sticky has been reorganized and edited to make it easier for people to navigate and find information. If you find errors with any of the links or information, or if you have suggestions to add more information, please PM me or one of the other Camry moderators with the details and relevant link. Thanks!

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hardtopte72

· #3 · Jan 30, 2014 (Edited)

This is an update notice to all Gen 5 & 6 owners.

This entire sticky section has been reorganized and edited to remove redundancy, dead links, and unclog the section. If you find errors with any of the links or information, or if you have suggestions to add more information, please PM me or one of the other Camry moderators with the details and relevant link.

Nearly all of the stickies that were listed previously have been moved into this thread for their relevant section (Suspension, wheels, misc., etc.)

Thanks!

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