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#1983 of 4692 File a complaint... by bobgordon Nov 11, 2004 (4:34 pm)
I don't want to loose this thread. There are too many of us having this problem to let it go and we are getting new members everyday that might not be aware.   So file a complaint if you are experiencing the hesitation problem with the '04 Highlander here; http://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/ivoq/   Click on "secure submissions" and fill out the simple form. When you get towards the end of filling out the form, you'll be asked the component. Click/highlight "POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION." Some have posted under "VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL" so file where you want.   Thanks
#1984 of 4692 Oil Change by audionut1 Nov 11, 2004 (10:46 pm)
Just remove the plastic undertray...it only takes a few minutes once you get the hang of it. This will allow you to wipe down the oil filter mount flange,wipe down all oil drippings, and do a quick visual inspection. We have a 2002 V6 fwd.   At least the highlander is fine with regular oil...my '03 turbo passat needs full syn oil...using mobil 1 euro 0-40wt oil...
#1985 of 4692 Oil Change by landdriver Nov 12, 2004 (9:21 pm)
The filter, at least on the '01 V6 AWD with tow-prep package, can be accessed from the top with minimal hassle IMO. Just reach in on the left side of the radiator (as you face the engine compartment) with the filter wrench, unscrew the filter, turn it upright, and carefully pull it out. (If changing when engine is hot (oil drains more readily), throw an old towel over the radiator and exhaust manifold to avoid burns.) Replies to this message: bdyment (Nov 13, 2004 7:30 am) edh (Nov 13, 2004 9:08 am) bdyment (Nov 13, 2004 11:55 am) and 1 more... spencer327 (Nov 13, 2004 12:10 pm) landdriver (Nov 13, 2004 7:12 pm) desertguy (Nov 14, 2004 5:38 am)
#1986 of 4692 Re: Oil Change [landdriver] by bdyment Nov 13, 2004 (7:30 am)
Replying to: landdriver (Nov 12, 2004 9:21 pm) It appears that the 2004/05 3.3V6 has a more hidden location for the oil filter than the 3.0V6. The manifold obscures the location on the 04/05. I will let the dealer change it. Thanks to all those creative people who came up alternative ways to reach the filter. Replies to this message: edh (Nov 13, 2004 9:08 am) bdyment (Nov 13, 2004 11:55 am) desertguy (Nov 13, 2004 12:09 pm)
#1987 of 4692 Re: Oil Change [bdyment] by edh Nov 13, 2004 (9:08 am)
Replying to: bdyment (Nov 13, 2004 7:30 am) the basic question is how does the dealer do it - tthey probably remove the plastic panel - easier with car on lift Replies to this message: bdyment (Nov 13, 2004 11:55 am) desertguy (Nov 13, 2004 12:09 pm)
#1988 of 4692 Re: Oil Change [edh] by bdyment Nov 13, 2004 (11:55 am)
Replying to: edh (Nov 13, 2004 9:08 am) I doubt that the dealer removes the plastic panel, because that is where my oil spillage was collecting, in the groove at the bottom of the panel. They must have a special wrench that reaches up into the hidden location. Replies to this message: desertguy (Nov 13, 2004 12:09 pm)
#1989 of 4692 Re: Oil Change [bdyment] by desertguy Nov 13, 2004 (12:09 pm)
Replying to: bdyment (Nov 13, 2004 11:55 am) Well I just checked my '04 V6 Ltd with tow package and you ain't taking it out on the left side of the radiator. The 3.3 must be different than the 3.0. I can reach in on the right side and feel the filter which is well hidden BUT, there is plenty of room to get a wrench on it and to pull it out the right side from the top. Thanks for helping me to locate it.
#1990 of 4692 Re: Oil Change [landdriver] by spencer327 Nov 13, 2004 (12:10 pm)
Replying to: landdriver (Nov 12, 2004 9:21 pm) just a thought. using variable weight oil SAE5/30. Does it really drain better when hot since it is thinner when cold and thickens when hot? The oil changes on my 04 HL Done by Toyota always drip after a oil change. Service rep says that service changes the filter by feel and a little bit of oil drips and accumulates in that plastic shroud. Replies to this message: landdriver (Nov 13, 2004 7:12 pm) desertguy (Nov 14, 2004 5:38 am)
#1991 of 4692 Re: Oil Change [spencer327] by landdriver Nov 13, 2004 (7:12 pm)
Replying to: spencer327 (Nov 13, 2004 12:10 pm) Actually I'm not positive draining oil with the engine hot is preferred; I just heard it somewhere and so that's always the way I did it. I mentioned it to my roommate a few years back and he said you should drain when cold to prevent the engine block from warping. Replies to this message: desertguy (Nov 14, 2004 5:38 am)
#1992 of 4692 Re: Oil Change [landdriver] by desertguy Nov 14, 2004 (5:38 am)
Replying to: landdriver (Nov 13, 2004 7:12 pm) Obviously if it is 100 degrees in Phoenix, warming up the engine is not really necessary. But when I'm changing the oil and it is cold out, I will warm up the engine to make the oil flow freer and quicker. The hot engine mandate came when we were all using straight 30W oil or 20W50. People would not wait long enough for the oil to drain. With the advent of 5W30, I doubt it makes much difference. If you pour it from a can at 40 degrees it comes right out.

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