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4 02, 2015

2001-2009 Prius P3191, P3190, P0A0F – quick checks for Toyota Prius MIL repair

By |February 4th, 2015|Check Engine Light, Prius, Repair, Toyota|1 Comment

2001-2009 Prius P3191, P3190, P0A0F - easy checks for these common codes and how to repair them
4 02, 2015

Toyota and Lexus air conditioning odor – prevention and repair of foul air

By |February 4th, 2015|Air Conditioning, Lexus, Maintenance, Repair, Scion, Toyota|9 Comments

Toyota and Lexus air conditioning odor - prevention and repair of foul air with some tips and photos
2 02, 2015

IS350 front brakes – servicing performance brakes, reducing noise and dust

By |February 2nd, 2015|Brakes, GS350, IS250, IS350, Lexus, Maintenance, Technical Service Bulletin, TSB|Comments Off on IS350 front brakes – servicing performance brakes, reducing noise and dust

IS350 front brakes - servicing performance brakes, reducing noise and dust by using alternate OEM pads and shims
2 02, 2015

Lexus IS250, IS350, GS300, GS350, GS430, GS450h seized rear caliper repair

By |February 2nd, 2015|Brakes, GS300, GS350, IS250, IS350, Lexus, Maintenance, Repair|1 Comment

Lexus IS250, IS350, GS300, GS350, GS430, GS450h seized rear caliper repair and preventing the condition
28 01, 2015

Replacing your Prius’s 12 volt auxiliary starting battery

By |January 28th, 2015|Hybrid, Maintenance, Prius, Toyota|Comments Off on Replacing your Prius’s 12 volt auxiliary starting battery

Eventually all Toyota Prii will need a new 12 volt auxiliary starting battery, especially in colder climates like Minnesota. We cover some basic facts about the battery and precautions to take when replacing it.
27 01, 2015

Toyota Corolla and Matrix P0171 in cold temperatures

By |January 27th, 2015|Corolla, Matrix, Toyota, TSB|Comments Off on Toyota Corolla and Matrix P0171 in cold temperatures

Toyota Corolla and Matrix code P0171: system too lean with cold temperatures. The most common cause of this is a failing intake manifold gasket that leaks when it is cold.
27 01, 2015

Toyota and Lexus LX, LT, LF, and LL80 – specialized transfer case and differential fluids

By |January 27th, 2015|Lexus, Maintenance, Toyota|Comments Off on Toyota and Lexus LX, LT, LF, and LL80 – specialized transfer case and differential fluids

Toyota and Lexus LX, LT, LF, and LL80 - specialized transfer case and differential fluids with part numbers and substitutes.
27 01, 2015

Toyota and Lexus V6 cold start engine rattle – 2GR/3GR/4GR

By |January 27th, 2015|IS250, Lexus, Recall, Repair, Technical Service Bulletin, Toyota, TSB|21 Comments

Diagnosing a Toyota and Lexus V6 cold start engine rattle - 2GR/3GR/4GR. What is the responsible part, and what should you do if you experience these symptoms?
27 01, 2015

Toyota and Lexus low tire light meaning and repair

By |January 27th, 2015|Lexus, Low Tire Light, Tires, Toyota|2 Comments

There are many causes of a low tire light, not all of them requiring repair, and most that do any auto mechanic can take care of. But first, what does the light mean? Read on to find out.
27 01, 2015

Lexus IS250 and GS300 rough idle and/or P0301, P0302, P0303, P0304, P0305, P0306

By |January 27th, 2015|GS300, IS250, Lexus, Repair, Technical Service Bulletin|7 Comments

Lexus IS250 and GS300 rough idle or codes P0301, P0302, P0303, P0304, P0305, P0306, and understanding repair options and warranty.