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rear winshield wiper - 6G Celicas Forums
EnthusiastJoined Aug 24, '09From San Diego, CaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica
› Interior/Audio/Electrical/Wiring
When they do this they are often times stripped where the blade assembly meets the gearbox/motor output shaft which is splined. I would take the blade off at shaft to check this first.
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Topic ID: 69612 • Post ID: 9435273
Can't install tranny - 6G Celicas Forums
EnthusiastJoined Aug 24, '09From San Diego, CaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica
› Engine/Transmission/Maintenance
I usually balance the thing on a 2x4 on a floor jack, from there I carefully raise it up and slide it over the input shaft, then I slowly inch it into place rocking it back and forth on the way. Once ...
Topic ID: 69610 • Post ID: 9435265
Survey: get up and go'er or warmer up'er??? - 6G Celicas Forums
EnthusiastJoined Aug 24, '09From San Diego, CaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica
› General Discussion
I just let it idle for about 15-20 seconds then I get going, I have noticed that my car at is sluggish and surges some till it warms up.
Topic ID: 69598 • Post ID: 9435139
What to do, what would you do? - 6G Celicas Forums
EnthusiastJoined Aug 24, '09From San Diego, CaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica
› General Discussion
A1 sounds like a solid plan, A2 is risky though given your circumstances, and short cash flow. Just park it at friend's and part it out if it doesn't work. You will get way more for it this way than i...
Topic ID: 69583 • Post ID: 9434777
What to do, what would you do? - 6G Celicas Forums
EnthusiastJoined Aug 24, '09From San Diego, CaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica
› General Discussion
Hmm he wants to trade you a car with no engine for a running car? Sounds like he would be making out on the deal to me with the condition of those 2 vehicles in mind and that they are both ST. I know...
Topic ID: 69583 • Post ID: 9434726
Annoying little issue.... - 6G Celicas Forums
EnthusiastJoined Aug 24, '09From San Diego, CaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica
› Engine/Transmission/Maintenance
QUOTE (solidxsnake @ Sep 17, 2009 - 4:22 PM)
That happens to me too, if I pump/apply the brakes at idle (I'm stuck with a slushbox, so in P or N and not moving), my RPMs go up, although I don't think ...
That happens to me too, if I pump/apply the brakes at idle (I'm stuck with a slushbox, so in P or N and not moving), my RPMs go up, although I don't think ...
Topic ID: 69569 • Post ID: 9434521
Annoying little issue.... - 6G Celicas Forums
EnthusiastJoined Aug 24, '09From San Diego, CaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica
› Engine/Transmission/Maintenance
I bet you have a leak in your power assist module, this allows extra air into your manifold when you require assist. The ECU adds fuel to keep AFR in line which in turn causes your idle to rise. Have ...
Topic ID: 69569 • Post ID: 9434519
Engine Questions - 6G Celicas Forums
EnthusiastJoined Aug 24, '09From San Diego, CaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica
› Engine/Transmission/Maintenance
Well with 158k the first thing I'd do is check compression for that problem and you can inspect the plugs while you are at it. Low compression will limit peak Hp, but it could be a slightly plugged fu...
Topic ID: 69566 • Post ID: 9434499
Engine Not Getting Fuel - 6G Celicas Forums
EnthusiastJoined Aug 24, '09From San Diego, CaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica
› Engine/Transmission/Maintenance
QUOTE (alltracman78 @ Sep 26, 2009 - 10:40 PM)
If the ECU doesn't get an RPM signal from the distributor it won't turn on the fuel pump or the coil.
Hmm, I wasn't remembering that about OBD I, definit...
If the ECU doesn't get an RPM signal from the distributor it won't turn on the fuel pump or the coil.
Hmm, I wasn't remembering that about OBD I, definit...
Topic ID: 69559 • Post ID: 9434445
Engine Not Getting Fuel - 6G Celicas Forums
EnthusiastJoined Aug 24, '09From San Diego, CaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica
› Engine/Transmission/Maintenance
QUOTE (ididntseenothing @ Sep 25, 2009 - 4:34 PM)
Checked fuses, all seem to be good. He pulled out the plug and put on a spark plug and touched it to a bolt to see if had any spark when cranked it.
A...
Checked fuses, all seem to be good. He pulled out the plug and put on a spark plug and touched it to a bolt to see if had any spark when cranked it.
A...
Topic ID: 69559 • Post ID: 9434443
Engine Not Getting Fuel - 6G Celicas Forums
EnthusiastJoined Aug 24, '09From San Diego, CaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica
› Engine/Transmission/Maintenance
QUOTE (ididntseenothing @ Sep 25, 2009 - 3:14 PM)
Actually had a friend that is a little more mechanically inclined than I am check it out before I went and replaced anything. He pulled the line off t...
Actually had a friend that is a little more mechanically inclined than I am check it out before I went and replaced anything. He pulled the line off t...
Topic ID: 69559 • Post ID: 9434441
Engine Not Getting Fuel - 6G Celicas Forums
EnthusiastJoined Aug 24, '09From San Diego, CaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica
› Engine/Transmission/Maintenance
I was thinking about this when I woke up, so I went to check my fuel pump this way, it works for most cars. I have to warn you that my Celica's fuel pump is very quiet and I think you could miss the s...
Topic ID: 69559 • Post ID: 9434438
Engine Not Getting Fuel - 6G Celicas Forums
EnthusiastJoined Aug 24, '09From San Diego, CaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica
› Engine/Transmission/Maintenance
First thing to check is the fuel pump. An easy way to do this is to put your ear on the middle of the rear seat and then turn the ignition to the on position. Do you hear it humming? If no, there is ...
Topic ID: 69559 • Post ID: 9434436
Interesting Idle Issue, try to diagnos - 6G Celicas Forums
EnthusiastJoined Aug 24, '09From San Diego, CaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica
› Engine/Transmission/Maintenance
Does the check engine light come on at anytime when its acting up?
Is the idle rpm very low(<500) when its "shaking" ?
You could try shorting each spark plug wire to ground and seeing if one of the cy...
Is the idle rpm very low(<500) when its "shaking" ?
You could try shorting each spark plug wire to ground and seeing if one of the cy...
Topic ID: 69544 • Post ID: 9434321
cruise control not working - 6G Celicas Forums
EnthusiastJoined Aug 24, '09From San Diego, CaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica
› Engine/Transmission/Maintenance
I think they changed over to electronic cruise control at some point probably in 1994 as that's what mine has 1996. I think the vacuum type is easier to diagnose and fix since it's often the vacuum s...
Topic ID: 69537 • Post ID: 9434262
Full Gasket Set? - 6G Celicas Forums
EnthusiastJoined Aug 24, '09From San Diego, CaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica
› Engine/Transmission/Maintenance
QUOTE (zoik @ Sep 15, 2009 - 5:17 PM)
Hey,
Have some of you bought a Full Gasket Set?From who?your feedbacks?
Its the first time i would be replacing the headgasket and the other joints,can you give s...
Hey,
Have some of you bought a Full Gasket Set?From who?your feedbacks?
Its the first time i would be replacing the headgasket and the other joints,can you give s...
Topic ID: 69533 • Post ID: 9434232
Alignment - 6G Celicas Forums
EnthusiastJoined Aug 24, '09From San Diego, CaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica
› Suspension/Handling/Braking
I'll add that if you find a shop that does laser alignment the machine is more likely to be calibrated properly. The older Hunter style machines are great, but if they aren't calibrated often they can...
Topic ID: 69507 • Post ID: 9433992
Gas leak where is it coming from? - 6G Celicas Forums
EnthusiastJoined Aug 24, '09From San Diego, CaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica
› Engine/Transmission/Maintenance
I suggest you remove the rear seat and inspect the top of the fuel tank where the pump is. Sometimes the fuel lines up there rub against the chassis and leak, this could be running down the front of y...
Topic ID: 69499 • Post ID: 9433940
Remolding rear fender - 6G Celicas Forums
EnthusiastJoined Aug 24, '09From San Diego, CaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica
› Exterior Styling
QUOTE (DRAGN808 @ Sep 12, 2009 - 11:49 PM)
I was wondering if the car was build with an inner metal body and an outer shell of body filler and fiberglass. Or is it just the guys ****ty craftsmanship....
I was wondering if the car was build with an inner metal body and an outer shell of body filler and fiberglass. Or is it just the guys ****ty craftsmanship....
Topic ID: 69476 • Post ID: 9433795
Projectinprogress - 6G Celicas Forums
EnthusiastJoined Aug 24, '09From San Diego, CaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica
› General Discussion
Oh no, that's terrible, I really hope he recovers fully and soon.
Topic ID: 69475 • Post ID: 9433776
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