Replacing the fuel pump on a 2012 (2010-2013) Toyota Corolla is a straight forward job that falls in the DIY category. Of course, if in doubt be sure to call a professional. A failing pump often shows as a no start, a tank whine, or low fuel pressure. Be sure to take all the necessary… Read More: How To Replace 2012 Toyota Corolla Fuel Pump (2010-2013) »
A 2012 Toyota Corolla 1.8L came in with intake air temp and MAF codes, P0113 and P0102. On this engine the IAT sensor and the mass airflow sensor are built into the same unit. The plug has five pins. Two go to the IAT, and the other three go to the MAF. The pin-out and… Read More: How To Test Toyota 1.8L MAF and IAT Sensor Circuit… »
The Toyota 3.3L V6 (3MZ-FE) is a widely used engine in many cars and SUVs from 2004-2010. It was a very popular engine during its production run and was installed in several different Toyota and Lexus vehicles. Vehicles That Have the 2004-2010 Toyota 3.3L V6 (3MZ-FE) Engine Option 2004–2010 Toyota Sienna: Used the 3.3L V6… Read More: 2004-2010 Toyota 3.3L V6 (3MZ-FE) Engine Firing Order, Cylinder Location,… »
Below is all engine sensor locations for 2002-2011 Toyota 2.4L (2AZ-FE) along with firing order and cylinder numbers. All information here has been verified with several Toyota 2.4L manuals. If you spot any errors let us know in the comments section. Vehicles With a Toyota 2.4L 2AZ-FE Option Toyota Camry 2002–2011 Main engine for 5th… Read More: 2002-2011 Toyota 2.4L (2AZ-FE) All Engine Sensor Locations Firing Order… »
If you have a Toyota Tacoma and the speedometer is not working, there are several causes and fixes. Common causes include a bad wheel speed sensor, instrument cluster, or ABS control module. Often, when the speedometer is not working, neither is the tachometer and odometer. How a Tacoma Speedometer Works A Toyota Tacoma speedometer receives… Read More: Causes and Fixes Toyota Tacoma Speedometer Not Working »
A Toyota with a P0136 OBDII error code points to a problem with an oxygen sensor located in the exhaust system is having an issue. There are two oxygen sensors called the upstream (sensor-1) and the downstream sensor (sensor-2). What is a Toyota P0136 OBDII Error Code? A Toyota P0136 is an “O2 Sensor Circuit… Read More: Causes and Fixes Toyota P0136 OBDII Error Code »
A Toyota P0031 Code is a “HO2S Heater Control Circuit Low (Bank 1 Sensor 1)” Common causes include a bad oxygen sensor, or sensor wiring. Symptoms include using more fuel than usual, check engine light, and bad acceleration. A Toyota with a P0031 OBDII Code is having an issue with an Oxygen Sensor. Oxygen sensors… Read More: Toyota P0031 Code HO2S Heater Control Circuit Low (Bank 1… »
Changing the oil on the 2019 Toyota Corolla 1.8 Liter is easy to do and part of basic maintenance. Of course, if in doubt, be sure to take your car to a professional. A Maintenance Required message will display when the oil needs to be changed, which will need to be reset when done. Resetting… Read More: How To Change the Oil 2019 Toyota Corolla 1.8 L »
The maintenance required message that displays on the dashboard of a 2019 Toyota Corolla is given as a reminder to change the oil. The Maintenance Required light comes on every 5000 miles and the oil should be changed. After the oil is changed, resetting the message is quick and easy to do. The message does… Read More: Reset the Maintenance Required 2019 Toyota Corolla »
If the Maintenance Required (MAINT REQD) Light comes on in your Toyota Corolla dashboard, it is simple enough to reset. The Maintenance Required Light usually turns on as a reminder it is time to change the oil. The vehicle does not know if the oil has been changed; it is simply a reminder light that… Read More: How to Reset the Maintenance Required Light (2009-2014) Toyota Corolla »
If you have a Toyota and a “Check Charging System” error message displays on the dashboard, there can be several causes and fixes. What Is the Toyota Check Charging System Error Message? The Check Charging System message is a warning that the alternator is not keeping the battery charged. Vehicle electronics, including the engine, use… Read More: Causes for Toyota Check Charging System Error Message »
Replacing the alternator on a 2009-2013 Toyota Corolla is a task many backyard mechanics can do. It is a straightforward job that can save money by an owner replacing it themselves. Of course, if in doubt, be sure to take your vehicle to a professional. How To Test a Toyota 2009-2013 Corolla Alternator Use a… Read More: How to Replace Alternator Toyota Corolla 2009-2013 »
Changing the motor oil on a 2012 Toyota Corolla falls in the backyard mechanic DIY category. The steps will be the same for any 2009-2016 Corollas. Usually, the Maintenance Required (MAINT REQD) Light comes on when it’s time to change the oil. Read here for the steps to turn off the Maintenance Required (MAINT REQD)… Read More: How to Change the Motor Oil on a 2012 Toyota… »
Replacing the transmission filter and adding ATF fluid in a 2012 Corolla is a task that many backyard mechanics can do. The 2012 is a 10th-generation Toyota Corolla that uses a 1.8-liter engine and 4-speed automatic transmission. Full Transmission Flush vs. Partial Flush A full transmission flush is when all the fluid is replaced and… Read More: How To Replace Transmission Filter 2012 Toyota Corolla »
Replacing the Upstream O2 sensor on a 2007-2012 Toyota Camry very much falls into the DIY category. Of course, always call a professional if in doubt. 2007-2012 Toyota Camry Upstream O2 Sensor Location The Upstream O2 Sensor is located inside the engine compartment. The O2 Sensor is located on top and front of the engine… Read More: How to Replace Upstream O2 Sensor 2007-2012 Toyota Camry »