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silver6gc

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Power Steering pump squeaking and whining... - 6G Celicas Forums

EnthusiastJoined Aug 10, '08From Raleigh, NCCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica › Suspension/Handling/Braking
The power steering system will work the air out itself as ou turn the wheel when it is first filled, as long as you never run it dry it won't get air in the system. The pump will groan when it's going...
Topic ID: 65459 • Post ID: 9151376

Celica wont stay running - 6G Celicas Forums

EnthusiastJoined Aug 10, '08From Raleigh, NCCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica › Engine/Transmission/Maintenance
I'm surprised that some of you guys that have responded didn't mention to CHECK THE CODES. I know from reading other posts at least two of you know how to do this.
Topic ID: 65427 • Post ID: 9150640

Error code 23 - 6G Celicas Forums

EnthusiastJoined Aug 10, '08From Raleigh, NCCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica › Engine/Transmission/Maintenance
I was wrong, 24 is for the Intake Air Temp sensor, at least on USDM cars it is.
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silver6gc
: Feb 10, 2009 - 4:32 PM
Topic ID: 65409 • Post ID: 9150462

Error code 23 - 6G Celicas Forums

EnthusiastJoined Aug 10, '08From Raleigh, NCCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica › Engine/Transmission/Maintenance
I believe 23 is either Intake Air Temp sensor or the MAP sensor, if i remember correctly.
Topic ID: 65409 • Post ID: 9150460

Compression test on 160K - 6G Celicas Forums

EnthusiastJoined Aug 10, '08From Raleigh, NCCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica › Engine/Transmission/Maintenance
You're ok, Toyota doesn't really have a specific number that they can be different, they go by a percentage. Your's all look ok, no problems with compression. Instead of 14 PSI it is more like 15% dif...
Topic ID: 65390 • Post ID: 9150230

Compression test on 160K - 6G Celicas Forums

EnthusiastJoined Aug 10, '08From Raleigh, NCCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica › Engine/Transmission/Maintenance
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njccmd2002 Posted Today, 07:21 PM
so its a 2 person job, cause somebody has to hold the throttle. cool.
no, just hold the gas pedal down when youre cranking the car. the car isnt going to flood ...
Topic ID: 65390 • Post ID: 9150225

How-To replace Shift Solenoids - 6G Celicas Forums

EnthusiastJoined Aug 10, '08From Raleigh, NCCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica › Engine/Transmission/Maintenance
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trdproven Posted Yesterday, 12:41 PM
True by the book Dexron III, problem is now is that companies like NAPA are phasing it out with like Dexron IV and V. Which Ive tried as well. No obvious dif...
Topic ID: 65361 • Post ID: 9150008

How-To replace Shift Solenoids - 6G Celicas Forums

EnthusiastJoined Aug 10, '08From Raleigh, NCCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica › Engine/Transmission/Maintenance
Excellent instructions, I just want to make one correction. Technically yes Dexron 3 or newer, however just from my experiences with Toyotas I woud recommend only using Dexron 3 in the transmission, T...
Topic ID: 65361 • Post ID: 9150003

Should I be worried? - 6G Celicas Forums

EnthusiastJoined Aug 10, '08From Raleigh, NCCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica › Engine/Transmission/Maintenance
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Dr_Tweak Posted Today, 04:29 PM
The front main seal is a low-pressure seal, so you could operate your car for a long time with no problem at all, as long as you check the oil regularly. The seal...
Topic ID: 65354 • Post ID: 9149914

celica shaking problem. - 6G Celicas Forums

EnthusiastJoined Aug 10, '08From Raleigh, NCCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica › Engine/Transmission/Maintenance
Just as a reference, the magic number for bent rims is 45 mph (if you work at a dealer, you'll know hat i'm talking about) and they would vibrate whether you're accelerating or not. Alignments don't E...
Topic ID: 65266 • Post ID: 9148902

Fluctuating idle and slight miss - 6G Celicas Forums

EnthusiastJoined Aug 10, '08From Raleigh, NCCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica › Engine/Transmission/Maintenance
Start with basics, when was the last time it had a "tune-up"?
Topic ID: 65264 • Post ID: 9148869

Engine Oil leak, with pictures. - 6G Celicas Forums

EnthusiastJoined Aug 10, '08From Raleigh, NCCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica › Engine/Transmission/Maintenance
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samir0189 Posted Yesterday, 11:45 PM
QUOTE (silver6gc @ Jan 30, 2009 - 10:01 PM)
If youre timing belt is due in 3k then wait to do anything until you do the t-belt. I will bet you youre going to...
Topic ID: 65192 • Post ID: 9087022

Engine Oil leak, with pictures. - 6G Celicas Forums

EnthusiastJoined Aug 10, '08From Raleigh, NCCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica › Engine/Transmission/Maintenance
If youre timing belt is due in 3k then wait to do anything until you do the t-belt. I will bet you youre going to find youre front engine seals leaking, including the oil pump. To reseal the oil pump ...
Topic ID: 65192 • Post ID: 9087020

7AFE TO 7AGE - 6G Celicas Forums

EnthusiastJoined Aug 10, '08From Raleigh, NCCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica › Engine/Transmission/Maintenance
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Kwanza26 Posted Jan 28, 2009 - 1:45 AM
Some info first off...
Use 4AG pistons. They fit the 7A and are much easier to find in a wider range of compression...
13:1 comp is too high for regular st...
Topic ID: 65117 • Post ID: 9086283

Is there a how to for valve gasket 5sfe - 6G Celicas Forums

EnthusiastJoined Aug 10, '08From Raleigh, NCCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica › Engine/Transmission/Maintenance
Reseal the half moons with FIPG when youre doing it. Apply FIPG at the seems of the half moon-to-head and in the corners of the end caps. It is a 30MM. socket and I always tighten the two middle nuts ...
Topic ID: 65063 • Post ID: 9085772

Torque for the oil drainage bolt? - 6G Celicas Forums

EnthusiastJoined Aug 10, '08From Raleigh, NCCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica › Engine/Transmission/Maintenance
I see them come in all the time leaking, aftermarket gaskets i mean. The Toyota gasket is much better and is still dirt cheap, worth the price difference, I think.
EDIT: It also depends on the dealer,...
Topic ID: 65028 • Post ID: 9085498

Engine Knocking - 6G Celicas Forums

EnthusiastJoined Aug 10, '08From Raleigh, NCCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica › Engine/Transmission/Maintenance
Valves don't knock, they have a light tap to them. If it's a knock it's going to be in the bottom end, you can do all the head work you want it'll still knock.
Topic ID: 64894 • Post ID: 9084251

Weight Reduction - 6G Celicas Forums

EnthusiastJoined Aug 10, '08From Raleigh, NCCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica › Suspension/Handling/Braking
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98_GT Posted Today, 10:31 PM
idk i have my celi insured up the ass so i wasnt really concerning safety i wanna take out my rear seats also thinking about adding a cai or shortram. i wanna take i...
Topic ID: 64863 • Post ID: 9083940

bit of rattling - 6G Celicas Forums

EnthusiastJoined Aug 10, '08From Raleigh, NCCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica › Engine/Transmission/Maintenance
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Sounds reasonable, think im gonna get my mates phone and make a video tomorrow. Wouldn't a compression test confirm this?
Unfortunately no, a compression test will not necessarilly tell you if y...
Topic ID: 64847 • Post ID: 9083818

bit of rattling - 6G Celicas Forums

EnthusiastJoined Aug 10, '08From Raleigh, NCCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica › Engine/Transmission/Maintenance
I know what you're saying, but a buddy of mine just built a 4A-GE for his AE86 Corolla. He started it up the night he put it in the car, it had a rattle that was quite clear and sounded like it was co...
Topic ID: 64847 • Post ID: 9083815
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