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#78 of 151 Re: 2001 Avalon Brake Problems [mikes.] by fragmire Jun 28, 2005 (6:53 am)
Replying to: mikes. (Jun 27, 2005 9:19 pm) The warranty only covers the powertrain, so brakes are not covered. The certification process does include inspection of the brake, but as I said, the dealer repeatedly claimed that when they did the inspection, the brake was still working, and that they could not predict the failure of the brakes (even though the amount of rust on there is more than excessive and warranted a complete replacement). Any other suggestion?
#79 of 151 Clicking noise and burning smell by triton88 Jul 01, 2005 (1:33 am)
Hello.   I own a 99 Avalon XL with 66k. I was driving the vehicle the other day and noticed two things. First, there was a burning metal smell coming from the drivers side tire or wheel well. I've also noticed that there is a clicking noise on tight turns say in a parking lot. It's most noticable with the windows down.   Any help on as to what it could be?   Thanks in advance. Replies to this message: toyotaken (Jul 01, 2005 6:58 am)
#80 of 151 Re: Clicking noise and burning smell [triton88] by toyotaken Jul 01, 2005 (6:58 am)
Replying to: triton88 (Jul 01, 2005 1:33 am) I'd have a shop check two things. First is the front brake pads, rotor, and caliper. If they're frozen, they may be burning up the brakes, causing the smell. The second thing to check is the CV boot and joint. Often a clicking noise when turning is a first sign of a bad CV joint.   Please tell us what you find out.   Toyota Ken
#81 of 151 1998 avalon with 70,000 miles by jkb Sep 23, 2005 (7:26 am)
I recently had the 60,000 mile service where the plugs were changed, fluids were serviced and so forth. Toyota dealer recommended replacing timing belt and replacing valve cover gaskets (he said they were leaking). I didn't let the dealer do either one because I have never seen any oil on the garage floor nor have I ever had to add oil to the car. Anyway, I took the car on a trip to Galveston and the car started acting funny after about an hour or steady highway driving at 70+ mph. Started out as the same noise I would hear if I had accidently left the parking/emergency brake on (but I hadn't this time). Noise got more and more noticeable until I decided to slow down. Slowing down did not make it go away. I then decided to pull off of the highway and stop. As I tried to stop, the car resisted and the steering wheel began to pull to one side which I resisted. As the car slowed down below 40 mph, normal steering control returned. Stopped car and examined under the hood and looked at the wheels, but couldn't find anything wrong. Drove around the city streets for 10 or so minutes and then got back on the highway. Problem didn't reoccur even at 80+ mph. Stopped and had lunch (about an hour). Got back on the highway. Drove for an hour or so, problem repeated. Again, pulled off and stopped. Got back on the highway, no reoccurance of the problem. When I got to Galveston, took it to a Toyota dealer. He believed the problem stemmed from the rotors needing turning. Car had never had a brake job (I am the original owner of the car (car was a demo unit)). So, I let the dealer turn all the rotors, cost $288. Car did drive and stop smoother. Anyway, I thought the problem was fixed. On the return trip home, driving on the highway at 70+ mph for about an hour, problem reoccurs. Get off of highway, cruise around, get back on the highway, no reoccurance. Question is what can be causing this? There was no problem with the car before I let the Toyota dealership do the service. Now, my wife is afraid to go over 60 mph and basically doesn't want to drive the car except to run errands nearby. Anyone got any suggestions on where to look or what to do? (When I said the car resisted, I mean the car acted as if the cruise control was on, but it wasn't). Replies to this message: abfisch (Sep 26, 2005 7:50 am)
#82 of 151 Re: 1998 avalon with 70,000 miles [jkb] by abfisch Sep 26, 2005 (7:50 am)
Replying to: jkb (Sep 23, 2005 7:26 am) Have them check the front brakes thoroughly.   abfisch
#84 of 151 brake problem with '02 avalon by lennyz Nov 30, 2005 (10:00 pm)
leased an '02 avalon xls new in '02. purchased off lease 3 months ago. had brakes done at 25,500 miles and they have never been the same. dealer said rotors did not have to be changed and turned them down. after brake job was done various noises coming from brakes. returned to the dealer several times. delaer could not identify problem. went back again and dealer heard noise (tic, tic, tic) coming from left side of car. he said it was the tires and rotated the tires. noise went away for several hours and is now back again. also, when applying the brakes (not at all times) a clicking sound has now started. the ride is also starting to get bouncy as i think the struts are wearing. this car is not driven hard and has only 29,500 miles. any help would be appreciated. Replies to this message: abfisch (Dec 01, 2005 7:45 am)
#85 of 151 Re: brake problem with '02 avalon [lennyz] by abfisch Dec 01, 2005 (7:45 am)
Replying to: lennyz (Nov 30, 2005 10:00 pm) Lenny:   Many Avalon owners have similar problems. My opinions are based on real life circumstances you can find in various posts.   1. Change struts to a premium brand, either TokicoHP or KYB. You will notice a very demonstrable improvement in handling, emergency handling, stability and braking. A 4 wheel alignment is needed at that time. Do not bring it to a Toyota dealership unless they can use aftermarket premium parts, which the OE are not.   2. Brakes. Never turn rotors.They are never as effective as dissipating heat. Again, the OE rotors are most likely made not in Japan(you get the message). Go buy premium rotors, and new pads, have them lube the appropriate bolts that the caliper slides on, and probably change/bleed the brake fluid(every 3 years regardless of mileage).   You should see a vast improvement as well. Slotted or drilled rotors, will even give you more bite, but at the expense of money, a low moan when the pedal is applied and increase pad wear.   Good luck. If you cannot perform the brakes, look for a shop that does this all the time.   abfisch
#86 of 151 1997 Avalon Parking and brakes by qman1 Dec 03, 2005 (5:31 pm)
I am having problems with growling when braking fairly hard not like an emergency stop I understand the ABS will effect the braking . the brake pads have 75% or better and my parking brake won't hold the vehicle at all. Where is the adjustment I can't seem to locate that either. any Help would be appreciated. Thanks in advance
#87 of 151 Re: Thanks Nippononly [rattlecage] by coop3 Dec 30, 2005 (2:33 pm)
I have that tick too...also, my VSC light, and VSC off light came on...took to dealer, they said their computer can't talk to my Avalon computer, so my computer needs to be replaced...$1800!!! Have you heard of that???

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