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by necro1234
Dec 13, 2008 (5:57 pm)
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Hey fin I agree completely.
I was on the highway shooting through the Utah salt flats with no traffic on a sunday and put my foot down for just a little (was at 80mph and you know how it goes that you at 100mph before you know it), it got to 120mph quite easily with plenty of punch, after 120mph it was slow to progress further but I continued to 125mph, anything over 120mph just didn't feel like a good idea as it did not feel stable and got very twitchy so I backed off back to my legal 75mph on the highway.
 
Incredible car, it does handle pretty well, I find it quite forgiving when you make mistakes on the road (and recovers very well) even though its suspension is so soft.
 
Cheers
 
Sheldon
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Plasmacluster by necro1234
Dec 14, 2008 (10:53 am)
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Hi everyone
 
Been looking at the new Toy's for '09 and reading about the Plasmacluster the Camry's have (think they have had it for a few years now).
Am I correct that the Avalon's never got this?, if so anyone have any clue why the so called "flagship model" wouldnt get such a feature (that seems pretty dang cool).
 
Thanks
 
Sheldon
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Re: [necro1234] by nvbanker
Dec 18, 2008 (6:38 pm)
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Replying to: necro1234 (Dec 13, 2008 5:57 pm)

It should be governed at 133mph, if you can get it up to that.
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Re: A rough few weeks.... [tjc78] by Lulu44
Dec 20, 2008 (9:42 am)
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Replying to: tjc78 (Oct 07, 2008 8:14 am)

I have a 2005 Avalon Touring with 42,000 miles. The other day the check engine light came on so I took it to a mechanic. He told me that the "purge cannister valve" is leaking and that it needs to be replaced immediately at a cost of $600.00. Does anyone know anything about this "purge cannister valve"? I find it totally unacceptable that such a problem would occur with a Toyota high end vehicle that is only three years old and still has relatively low miles for a Toyota. Any advice?
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Re: A rough few weeks.... [Lulu44] by fin
Dec 20, 2008 (10:35 am)
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Replying to: Lulu44 (Dec 20, 2008 9:42 am)

Here is some info, taken from About.com on autos:
 
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION:
This system controls flow rate of fuel vapor from the EVAP canister. The opening of the vapor by-pass passage in the EVAP canister purge control solenoid valve changes to control the flow rate. The EVAP canister purge control solenoid valve repeats ON/OFF operation according to the signal sent from the ECM. The opening of the valve varies for optimum engine control. The optimum value stored in the ECM is determined by considering various engine conditions. When the engine is operating, the flow rate of fuel vapor from the EVAP canister is regulated as the air flow changes.
 
The good news is that this is part of the emission control system on the car and should be covered by Toyota under warranty (my opinion). Call a local Toyota dealer and ask. Hope this helps... Enjoy your Avalon... and post your results for others to see when you get an answer...
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Re: A rough few weeks.... [Lulu44] by alan_s
Dec 20, 2008 (10:37 am)
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Replying to: Lulu44 (Dec 20, 2008 9:42 am)

The purge cannister valve is part of the emissions system and may be covered by the emissions warranty: Check your owner's manual.
 
"Federal Emission Coverage: Components under the federal emission defect warranty are covered for 36 months/36,000 miles and specified major emission control components are covered for 8 years/80,000 miles. Specified major emission control components under emission performance warranty are also covered for 8 years/80,000 miles. In addition, emission performance warranty is applicable for 24 months/24,000 miles in states and local jurisdictions that require a periodic EPA-approved inspection and maintenance program.
 
California Emission Control Coverage: In California and any other state that adopts California emission warranty provisions, performance warranty and defect warranty coverage is applicable for 36 months/50,000 miles, and specific control devices are covered for 7 years/70,000 miles."
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Re: A rough few weeks.... [fin] by Lulu44
Dec 20, 2008 (11:02 am)
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Replying to: fin (Dec 20, 2008 10:35 am)

Thanks for the info. I will post any updates.
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Re: A rough few weeks.... [alan_s] by Lulu44
Dec 20, 2008 (11:07 am)
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Replying to: alan_s (Dec 20, 2008 10:37 am)

I live in Kentucky and we did away with emissions testing last year. Will that have any bearing on warranty coverage? How do I know which one of the warranties you mentioned above fits my situation; I want to make sure I am totally armed when I make my final visit to the dealership. Thanks for your help!
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Re: A rough few weeks.... [Lulu44] by wwest
Dec 20, 2008 (12:09 pm)
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Replying to: Lulu44 (Dec 20, 2008 9:42 am)

Maybe you removed the gas cap without adding fuel, enough fuel..
 
Or maybe you left the gas cap loose....
 
"took it to a mechanic."
 
Who would more likely than not take advantage of you even if the problem were as simple as above.
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Re: A rough few weeks.... [Lulu44] by 9119911
Dec 20, 2008 (12:46 pm)
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Replying to: Lulu44 (Dec 20, 2008 9:42 am)

Before handing out a lot of money check/have somecheck the vacuum line under the engine air filter. These often come off when someone changes or checks the filter. Have someone else check the computer to see what the problem is. In Ga. Autozone will check it free, others that I know of is O'Reilly's. They will also sell you a part and some times install it for you free, depending on the length of time it takes.
 
Good Luck,
 
9119911

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