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Engine "Missing" by jmeiners
Aug 28, 2007 (9:27 pm)
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I was reading in the "Problems & Solutions" section about a missing problem at highway speeds. Someone also posed to possibility of a "lean surge". I am experiencing the same thing but it is really bad and in every gear. I have had the regional Toyota tech look at the car and he said it was a change in the feedback for the fuel system that happens around 15% throttle, and that there was nothing that could be done at this time. There needs to be an ECU program change. Does anyone know if there are any ECU updates for the 2005 Tc? Thanks.
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Re: Engine "Missing" [jmeiners] by mackabee
Aug 29, 2007 (10:52 am)
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Replying to: jmeiners (Aug 28, 2007 9:27 pm)

How many miles do you have on your 05? My son has one with about 53k miles. I will ask him if he's experiencing the same thing.
 Mack
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Re: Engine "Missing" [mackabee] by jmeiners
Aug 29, 2007 (1:57 pm)
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Replying to: mackabee (Aug 29, 2007 10:52 am)

I have 26k on my car. When the feedback changes the engine goes really lean thus the loss in power (like dropping an anchor). It wouldn't be bad if it changed and stayed there, but I tend to want to drive right at the switch and it comes and goes very rapidly.
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Re: Engine "Missing" [jmeiners] by mackabee
Aug 29, 2007 (5:17 pm)
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Replying to: jmeiners (Aug 29, 2007 1:57 pm)

5spd or auto tranny?
 mack
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Re: Engine "Missing" [mackabee] by jmeiners
Aug 29, 2007 (7:16 pm)
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Replying to: mackabee (Aug 29, 2007 5:17 pm)

5-speed.
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Decisions; Mazda 3, Lancer, or a Scion tC all 08s by rockr_321
Sep 25, 2007 (6:16 pm)
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Im getting ready to buy my first car in January. Im currently driving a Mazda 626 97', which isn't really that bad. It was fully loaded when my parents got it, then after they tore it up for about 8 yrs gave it to me. Its not gonna last much longer. I want something that will be reliable, somewhat speedy, attractive, as well as have a ton of features. Gas milage isn't a real concern for me. So I've narrowed it down to these three but a 07' Colbat might also be option.
 
Any of ya'll experienced advice would be much appreciated.
 
Oh, and I'm trying to stay under 20k.
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Re: Decisions; Mazda 3, Lancer, or a Scion tC all 08s [rockr_321] by effect18
Sep 26, 2007 (5:23 am)
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Replying to: rockr_321 (Sep 25, 2007 6:16 pm)

Those are 3 good choices you've narrowed it down to. Personally i'd go with either the TC or the Mazda 3. The TC is a very stylish car, and gives you much bang for your buck, as well as Toyota quality. The only problem is its a 2door only(which is why I didn't get one). If this is a non-issue than this is a good choice.
 
The Mazda 3 is very nice as well. I love the interior, very sporty. Outside's not to shabby either. If I had to chose one of the three, i'd probably go with this one.
 
The Lancer is kick ass on the exterior. Love the new design, but the interior leaves a little to be desired. I also just found out that Mitsubishi offers a 5yr bumper to bumper on the Lancer. This is well worth noting.
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just got it by george303
Sep 30, 2007 (12:37 am)
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drove 2008 out of dealer , love it
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break in on new tc by george303
Oct 05, 2007 (4:25 pm)
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the dealer says to not exceed 60 mph for first 1,000 miles,drive easy, any comments,as i can't wait to let it roar!!!
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Re: break in on new tc [george303] by mark19
Oct 05, 2007 (4:31 pm)
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Replying to: george303 (Oct 05, 2007 4:25 pm)

your dealer told you the correct thing. others would say don't listen, but your dealer is right. Just have patience and take it easy, you want to have this engine for awhile, so don't give in to temptation and it'll repay you later in better fuel economy, and even accleration.
 
After 1000 miles I'd have the oil changed out just to be safe, dealers have said it doesn't need it, but never take the chance. It's just oil, drain it out, replace it. Why? Because there is a chance of as the engine breaks in, small shavings get into the oil. Some will dispute this, but they're not engineers. So do yourself a favor and change the oil after the break in period.

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