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Replying to: mtairyordge (Nov 08, 2008 8:16 am)
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I was told by a mechanic that my 2002 2x4 V6 highlander is leaking oil via the main seal in the back of the engine. Another mechanic told me it would cost between $1600 and $1800 to fix because he has to remove the transmission and engine to get to it (about 18 hrs of labor). I called the dealer nearby and was told that the part was only about $80 but that the labor involved in removing the engine and transmission was about $2200 - $2400. I read a post that indicated that this leak can be caused by putting in too much oil. HAs anyone heard this? the reason I ask is because I took it to Jiffy Lube in late August. Shortly after that, the check engine light went on. It cost me about $190 to find out it was a loose hose, which probably occured at Jiffy Lube. If this new problem is due to overfilling it with oil, I may need to look elsewhere for my regular maintenance.
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Replying to: electricdesign (Nov 09, 2008 5:30 pm) I'm not sure you understood my tip - there's no need to loosen or remove the power steering pump at all, as long as you don't mind pushing it up and down on the belt adjuster to get it out of the way a few times. I used a piece of metal tube and a hammer. Only the adjustment bracket need be removed. Same with the aluminum bracket - there's no need to remove the studs from the block, it's possible to slip the bracket off the studs by pushing up on the engine/down on the chassis - there's just enough room. Of course it's important to remember to fit the bolts beforehand, they can be a fiddle otherwise! Mike |
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Replying to: electricdesign (Nov 09, 2008 5:30 pm) |
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Replying to: tsotsi (Jan 18, 2008 8:11 am) I just went outside and tightened the nut. It was indeed loose. A simple 5 minute job. Tested and works great now. I just made $900 bucks! |
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Replying to: irishcasey (Oct 31, 2008 12:25 pm)
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Replying to: loomis2 (Nov 16, 2008 8:30 am) |
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Replying to: rmb26 (Nov 12, 2008 8:40 am)
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Replying to: loomis2 (Nov 16, 2008 8:30 am) From messege #4294: I changed the belts and water pump myself on my 04 Highlander V6, and the job only cost me about $150.00 for the parts, water pump, timing belt, alternator/AC belt, power steering pump belt & 1 gallon of Toyota red long life coolant. It was a fulls days work and a lot of tools though. I think about from $600 to $700 would be an average price, but depends on your location. The $465 sounds like a very good deal, if they warranty and stand behind their work. Also see messeges #4331 and #4335 for more information and how to view photos of the work being done. Good Luck, E.D. in Sunny Florida |
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Replying to: herzogtum71 (Nov 16, 2008 2:32 pm) We'll see what he finds. |
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