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I have a 1999 Camry and heard noise in the trunk, brought it to a dealer and they told me it was what ever I had stored inside, I removed all items still heard same clunking, I dropped off the car for inspection and the once over at a non dealer and they told me it was the rear stabilizer bushings a $5 piece of rubber that he charged me minimally to put in.
I have a 1999 Toyota Camry and had a bottom main seal go in the engine ever since it was FIXED I have had to add oil every other week. Two days ago I was on my way home from work approx. 20 miles and heard this clicking sound upon acceleration, it got so bad I parked the car and have not used it since, (I really don't have the money to drop into it right now) I am dropping it off at my mechanic tomorrow any ideas as to what the problem might be? I have spoken to a few people some say the engine is blown others think to tranny is shot. My car has 138K and had a reman tranny put in at 92K at a dealership. Any ideas?
The check engine light came on in our '01 Camry at around 75K miles. The dealership told us it was the charcoal filter and that we should change it or we won't pass inspection. So we did for $432 parts + labor.
Two weeks went by and now the light came back on. I don't know what to do.
I own a 2004 Camry, 4 cycl, my check engine light just came on? Can't see a reason for it? everything runs fine, all the fluid levels are good, the gas cap is on tight? Only 50,000 miles on it, it's a cert. used toyota. I haven't owned it for two years yet!! Very frustrating to find out it cost hundreds of dollars to fix. There must me some kind of recall on this? this has to be a manufacturers defect. Too many Camry owners have the same problem.
I have the same problem with my Camry (error code p0446). I have a OBDII scanner and I keep clearing the codes and it comes back on in a matter of days. Don't waste your money on a charcoal canister...I've talked to Toyota mechanics and they see this code a lot and still haven't pin-pointed the problem. If I do figure out what it is I'll let you all know. In the meantime, I suggest buying a code scanner and just clear the code yourself before going for state inspection.
I purchased a 2000 Toyota Solara SLE new from the dealer with 300 miles on it. I now have 197000 and have never had any problems with it. The only parts that have been replaced are brakes, tires, and windshield wipers. I routinely change the oil myself every 3000 miles using Mobil 1 synthetic. After owning this vehicle, I don't think I'd ever own anything other than a Toyota. Recently I purchased a 1999 Lexus RX300 with 96000 miles for my wife and it runs just as well as the Solara. Personally, I think anyone that ever has to take a car back into a dealer/mechanic more than twice for the same, reoccurring problem needs to find a new mechanic.
When the check engine light came on in my 1998 camry 4 cyl, the code was P0446. A bulletin recommends checking the VSV valves which facilitate proper vapor control in the EVAP system. I bought a new VSV solenoid for the rear location from the dealership for about $90, replaced the faulty one under the rear of the car, in between the rear wheels on the chassis, had the light re-set, problem totally solved.
I have a '99 Camry that I purchased new and I followed all the recommended maintenance. At 105,000 miles, blue smoke appeared as I started the car and I spent $2,500 in repairs. Toyota reimbursed this amount to me as a result of the oil gel settlement posted on the web. Now the check engine light has been turning on and then off in intervals. My mechanic says it is probably due to one of two emissions control parts. One of the parts costs $500. I'm reading that many 99 Camry owners have had the same problem... has anyone found the solution? For now, I'm driving the car and ignoring the light.
I own a 97 Camry (bought it new) and it now has over 185,000 miles on it. I've been pretty happy with it for 10 years now. Recently the check engine light came on, and at first I really worried about it. I checked the gas cap, tighted it, and the check engine light went off. Problem solved I thought! But eventually it came on again. After reading so many posts here and elsewhere about the many possible problems re: check engine light, I decided to ignore it, and so I have ignored the problem for about 6 months now. Sometimes the light goes off, but then it always comes on again. I have a friend who had the same problem with her 97 Camry and her brother changed the oxygen sensor and the problem was solved. I will probably end up doing that also, and I'll let you know if that solves the problem permanently or not.
Thank you for the feedback re. the check engine light on my 1999 Toyota Camry. The code for the light is PO401 and is related to the EGR(could be ERG? not sure of the initials) system. However, I'm told this could indicate a faulty solenoid (sp?), EGR valve, or EGR temperature sensor. The solenoid repair is approx. $125 and the EGR valve is $500. I was told that it is safe to drive the car as long as the check engine light is not flashing. So far, the check engine light has been intermittently turning on and off over a 2 month period. My car has 112,000 miles on it and I've done all the required maintenance. Today I called Toyota corporate offices to discuss what appears to be a wide-spread problem with the check engine light and whether there was any plan to address this issue. Well, other than getting to "vent" I didn't get any assistance from Toyota.
Your car is not even from this decade, so why do you think Toyota will fix it?
They should be able to get assistance at a dealership and just pay for repairs. I take my old domestic in for service without any issue whatsoever and in many cases the pricing is competitive... I get coupons every month and have rewards programs with my GM's.
I have a 2002 Toyota Camry with 48K miles on it and got the check engine light on. Autozone diagnosed the problem as a P0446 code related problem pointing to some Evaporative system/Solenoid valve problem. It appears from the above postings this does not appear to be getting resolved. Can anyone advice if it is still safe to drive around. Need to go on a road trip in a week.
Thanx.
I have a 1999 Camry Solara. My check engine light came on, when I took it to the dealer the first time. It was a P0446 error code vent control malfunction. They resealed the vent pipe and said it had the correct pressure. The next day, the engine light came back on. This time they said I needed to replace the Charcoal Canister for $510.00. After reading these posts and other research, I think I will wait. If anyone has any suggestions or other alternatives, please share.
I have the same problem so many of you are having. My '98 Camry 4 cyl is showing the same P0446 emission code. The car seems to run fine, and in light of all your posts, I think I am going to hold off on any serious repairs. Surely Toyota will find a true fix for this soon.
In nine years and 170k miles, I have never had a single problem with this Camry, other than having to replace the timing belt at about 100k miles (obviously way overdue). Both my mother and mother-in-law also drive Camrys, and neither has ever had a problem. These are great cars, and I wouldn't let this P0446 code scare me away if I was considering buying a Camry- new or used.