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#1416 of 4696 Re: dash slots [wain #1411] by desertguy Jun 24, 2004 (11:32 am)
Replying to: wain (Jun 23, 2004 9:29 am) The middle slot on mine is for rear seat heat (I have the 3rd seat). My far right slot is also blank. I can only surmise that it is for passenger seat ejection if they get too mouthy. Missed getting that option! Replies to this message: brightness04 (Jun 24, 2004 10:03 pm)
#1417 of 4696 Re: dash slots [desertguy #1416] by brightness04 Jun 24, 2004 (10:03 pm)
Replying to: desertguy (Jun 24, 2004 11:32 am) I can only surmise that it is for passenger seat ejection if they get too mouthy. Missed getting that option!   Close guess It's the switch for 115V AC power outlet, which is part of the package with rear entertainment system.
#1418 of 4696 a/c vent odor by kittykat Jun 25, 2004 (4:00 pm)
Recently, started getting odor from vents when in fresh air mode. Seemed to improve when in recirculate mode. Read the message about opening windows in garage at night. Live in Arizona and have always opened windows in garage. Husband thinks a hose or drain might be blocked, but where to look? Any suggestions?
#1419 of 4696 Puddles... by wwest Jun 25, 2004 (10:13 pm)
under the vehicle near the firewall after operating on a hot humid day would indicate no blockage.   If smell is sort of like old dirty gym socks then the problem is likely mould and mildew in the A/C evaporator.
#1420 of 4696 Brake System - Again by stantonb1 Jun 26, 2004 (6:53 am)
Took my Highlander to Faulkner Toyota, Trevose, PA and was told that brakes and master cylinder are operating to manufactures specifications. It is interesting that I requested that the service department please drive the vehicle. Mileage in 29846, mileage out 29846. Sure they drove it.   I did manage to find a Toyota technical bulletin number TMSNTC01092 which states "Customers may complain of excessive brake noise and increased pedal stroke when applying brakes". Faulkner had no knowledge of this service bulletin. I elevated the brake noise by replacing the front brake pads, put on Thermo-quiet premium semi-metallic asbestos free severe duty brake pads, with sound insulators. The noise is gone. Incedinently Faulkner said that aftermarket brake pads are not of as high quality as Toyota's - Bull Sh--.   I have gone on the NHTSA line and here are a list of some of the complaints:   1. The recall work subject to campaign 01V22800 was not performed correctly. The vehicle still has excess pedal travel, and the pedal feel is mushy.   2. Brakes feel spongy whenever they are applied, no extended braking distance has been noticed.   3. Brake master cylinder failed prior to recall notice resulting in an accident the dealer denied any brake failure and the vehicle was returned to the consumer, a few weeks later the dealer called the consumer to bring the vehicle back to repair the brakes.   4. Approximately 3 weeks after my accident I received a recall from Toyota for brake master cylinder. Contacted dealer who immediately denied any brake failure before even checking the vehicle. ***Vehicle is finally ready to be picked up I repeatedly ask if brakes have been checked and fixed. Toyota of Knoxville insists that they have. Four weeks later Toyota of Knoxville calls requesting that I bring the vehicle back because they have not fixed the problem. They assire me once again that the vehicle is safe. I do not trust Toyota of Knoxville to service the vehicle.   I could go on listing these problems reported by Highlander owners regarding the brake system on the Highlander. I definitely do not trust Toyota or their dealership metwork when it come to the problem that I am experiencing with the brakes on my Highlander.   DOES ANYONE KNOW ANYTHING ABOUT A CLASS ACTION SUIT AGAINST TOYOTA PERTAINING TO THE BRAKES ON THE HIGHLANDER. I have been told that there is a suit started and I would certainly like information regarding it.   Thanks!
#1421 of 4696 moonroof helicopter noise by apb Jun 27, 2004 (7:45 pm)
Replying to: hogie46 (Dec 25, 2003 5:51 am) I also get the noise from my sunroof, especially from 30-40 mph (just when I want the sunroof open when I am riding around town) The dealer claims that the deflector will help, but I dont want the expense without a guarantee that it works---did you ever find anything out??? Replies to this message: desertguy (Jun 28, 2004 7:27 am)
#1422 of 4696 Re: moonroof helicopter noise [apb #1421] by desertguy Jun 28, 2004 (7:27 am)
Replying to: apb (Jun 27, 2004 7:45 pm) I put the deflector on my '04. It makes a big difference, probably cuts the "drumming by 70%. There is still some at arount 30mph though so it is not a cure-all but at least it makes the sunroof usable. And I really use it.
#1423 of 4696 by wain Jun 28, 2004 (3:01 pm)
I had a small paper clip, one end part of which went thru the sidewall of my bridgstone dueler h/T tires - they have only 2000 miles on them 225 70 16 - very slow leak - no structural damage but no one sells tubes anymore so its new tire time. are these sidewalls thin or justbad luck. when i tried jacking the HighLander up with my roll under jack it bent over somewhat the side frame rails- is there a roll under rear jack point? Thanks Replies to this message: bigspender1 (Jun 30, 2004 8:31 am)
#1424 of 4696 Wain's sidewall leak by phrosut Jun 28, 2004 (3:20 pm)
See if you can find a tire shop that repairs radial sidewalls. I worked for a Goodyear dealer for a few years and we had special patches and glue for sidewall repairs. A tire couldn't have more than 3 or 5 cords cut (can't remember) if it was to get a sidewall repair, but you likely don't have ANY cords cut. On the other hand, I repaired some of my own off-road tires that had over 20 cords cut and the repairs held as long as the tire tread lasted. It's been about a dozen years since I worked there but I'd find it difficult to believe that nobody repairs sidewall punctures anymore on radials. It was a fairly new 'system' at the time, with special blue glue and you had to align the patch with the tire cord.
#1425 of 4696 thanks by wain Jun 28, 2004 (4:05 pm)
I called 3 places - they ran for the hills when I said sidewall- maybe too many lawyers. iwill call a few more tho. They said only 2 plys on the sidewall

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