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#491 of 596 visability of air conditioning and cabin filters by gab5 Mar 09, 2009 (5:59 am)
I recently took my 2003 Toyota Camry to the dealer to replace my left front headlight (dim light was burned out). As I was waiting the service bay attendent approached me with a filthy dirty air conditioning filter and recommended that I replace it along with the cabin filter. Not having the time, I did not have it replaced at this time, but will in the future. However, my question is this.    Is this filter visible when the headlight bulb is being replaced? Where are these filters located? Replies to this message: mcdawgg (Mar 09, 2009 6:22 am) gab5 (Mar 09, 2009 11:54 am) mcdawgg (Mar 09, 2009 8:21 pm)
#492 of 596 Re: visability of air conditioning and cabin filters [gab5] by mcdawgg Mar 09, 2009 (6:22 am)
Replying to: gab5 (Mar 09, 2009 5:59 am) The engine air filter is not visible, they had to take off the cover. If they had done this already, it would only take a minute more (once they had the new one in their hand) to replace it. The cabin air filter is behind the glove compartment, and only takes 2-3 minutes to change It is not visible either, but it is very easy to check and replace. Both can be changed very easily in 5 minutes total for both, once they get the parts from the parts department. You can see how to replace the cabin air filter in your owner's manual. You could do these yourself and save big $$$. Replies to this message: gab5 (Mar 09, 2009 11:54 am) mcdawgg (Mar 09, 2009 8:21 pm)
#493 of 596 Re: visability of air conditioning and cabin filters [mcdawgg] by gab5 Mar 09, 2009 (11:54 am)
Replying to: mcdawgg (Mar 09, 2009 6:22 am) Thanks, I was rather shocked that service bay attendant brought this to me...as it was only a headlight that I wanted...so wanted to make absolutely sure that some effort had to be done to look. Replies to this message: mcdawgg (Mar 09, 2009 8:21 pm)
#494 of 596 Re: visability of air conditioning and cabin filters [gab5] by mcdawgg Mar 09, 2009 (8:21 pm)
Replying to: gab5 (Mar 09, 2009 11:54 am) Showing you the dirty engine air filter, and especially the dirty cabin air filter, is a common thing to do because the dealer makes easy, big money changing them.
#495 of 596 Findings on 120K mile service by abrownsword Mar 15, 2009 (6:51 am)
I have a 2003 Camry. I am just hearing back from Boch Toyota (Mass.) on the "findings" from my 120K mile service. My check engine light has been on and their diagnostics are finding that my catalytic converter and the related sensor need to be replaced for $1,250 and they have found some defect in my right rear carrier subassembly that will require a $1,300 fix. In the last year, I have spent $4,500 on this car for various and sundry items like this one. Am I getting the run around? I like to keep my car in good shape, but I'm seriously considering ditching my relationship with this dealer over what feels like significant gold-plating of their service. What do you think? Replies to this message: Mr_Shiftright (Mar 15, 2009 8:57 am) crazedcommuter (Mar 15, 2009 1:32 pm)
#496 of 596 Re: Findings on 120K mile service [abrownsword] by Mr_Shiftright HOST Mar 15, 2009 (8:57 am)
Replying to: abrownsword (Mar 15, 2009 6:51 am) I think you should get a second opinion from a good independent Japanese car repair shop, perhaps recommended by friends or AAA. There are always alternatives when repairing a fairly common car such as this one.
#497 of 596 Re: Gold plated dealer services by crazedcommuter Mar 15, 2009 (1:32 pm)
Replying to: abrownsword (Mar 15, 2009 6:51 am) I had the same issue with the Toyota/GM/Scion dealership in my area. I took my Scion XB into the dealer for the 60k service and they wanted to do $900 worth of work to include flushes of all fluids, front brakes, tire rotation and an oil change. They also tried to get me on the filter issue even though I change my own filters. I was told they were "dirty" when in fact I changed them 30 days earlier along with the oil and oil filter. I nixed the entire service and went to an independent import shop and paid $459 for the same services minus the filters and oil.   They tried to pull the same game on a '95 Chevy Blazer that had a hesitation and bucking issue. Master fuel injector unit was the diagnosis at $1200. I balked and went to the import garage and asked them to look at it. Out the door price was $601 for the same work. I'd go with a reputable independent garage over the dealer any day.....
#498 of 596 Headlights by gshell Mar 18, 2009 (4:08 pm)
Is it ok to apply wax...like Nu Finish to the plastic lenses of headlights and tail lights? Will it cause discoloration over time...Thanks....G Replies to this message: 210delray (Mar 18, 2009 4:57 pm)
#499 of 596 Re: Headlights [gshell] by 210delray Mar 18, 2009 (4:57 pm)
Replying to: gshell (Mar 18, 2009 4:08 pm) I wouldn't use regular wax on lamp lenses. Just clean with car soap and water (and a soft sponge or mitt).
#500 of 596 3.3 liter V6 oil change questions by lmacmil Mar 21, 2009 (8:09 am)
I stopped changing my own oil about 5 years ago when I got tired to laying on the garage floor and finding places to take the used oil became difficult. Having paid $38 for my last oil change at the dealer, I am thinking about doing it myself again. I will not go to the "quickie" oil change places.   For those who have changed the oil on the previous generation V6, can the oil filter be removed without removing the exhaust heat shield? And if so, how does one avoid contact with the hot metal? Since the filter opening is angled downward, I assume one can't add any oil to the filter before installing it. Any other tips would be appreciated. Replies to this message: 210delray (Mar 21, 2009 5:54 pm) mcdawgg (Mar 22, 2009 8:35 am) 210delray (Mar 22, 2009 6:00 pm)

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