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#48 of 67 Re: 2000 Avalon-knocking in steering [abfisch] by judyc Aug 16, 2005 (8:01 am)
Replying to: abfisch (Aug 16, 2005 5:39 am) Thanks, abfisch! After typing in "Outer CV joint" in Yahoo!, that sounds exactly right, as I noticed last night that it stops knocking after I drive it for awhile. I'll get it into the shop ASAP.   Boy, I'm not sure what the deal is w/CV joints & boots -- that's where I've had problems with my '96 Camry, and my Ford before that! I'm guessing that these are not parts that are meant to last a long time.   Hey, thanks again! Replies to this message: abfisch (Aug 16, 2005 11:26 am)
#49 of 67 Re: 2000 Avalon-knocking in steering [judyc] by abfisch Aug 16, 2005 (11:26 am)
Replying to: judyc (Aug 16, 2005 8:01 am) Judyc:   All FWD cars have these issues when high mileage is attained. RWD cars to a lesser extent. Not a big deal.   abfisch
#50 of 67 Rattle in Steering Column/Dash by dmontillo Oct 07, 2005 (11:25 am)
Trying to find out why there's an annoying rattle coming from either the steering column/dash in a 2001 Avalon XL. Anyone else experience this problem? Solution??
#51 of 67 Stearing Poblem + Vibration by sheab Jun 30, 2006 (10:07 am)
hi  i have a 96 toyota avalon. there is few problem with the car i feel that the stearing is hard to make turn. other hand its look like the stearing pump is leaking on the bottom not sure if its working but the stearing fluid is in same lavel. i also have little vibration on the stearing ... is there anyproblem thats i need to fix ... i have about 1,16,000 mil on the car so please tell me what i should do for the hard and vibration of the stearing thanks Replies to this message: turkeyt (Jun 30, 2006 8:00 pm)
#52 of 67 Re: Stearing Poblem + Vibration [sheab] by turkeyt Jun 30, 2006 (8:00 pm)
Replying to: sheab (Jun 30, 2006 10:07 am) I have the same problem with my 97 and i took it to the shop where i get my work done and he thinks it is the rack and pinion going bad. The only other thing it could be is the bearing in the strut mount going bad and causing the steering to be tough to turn . It feels like you only have about 50% of your power assist at certain times. Sometimes the steering works fine and then bingo it acts up. Does this sound like your problem? It acts up more in the morning. If yours does the above i would say it's probably going to be the R&P. going bad. $170.00 bucks at Advance Auto and about tree hours labor and an alignment. Hopes this helps.D.T.
#54 of 67 Stearing by sheab Jul 01, 2006 (10:17 am)
im just cerious to know if i can replace camery Stearing to avalon stearing becus i dont like the look of 96 avalon stearing can i can anyone tell me which one will work fine Replies to this message: mcali786 (Jan 31, 2007 11:25 am) netwon (Jan 31, 2007 4:40 pm) mcali786 (Feb 01, 2007 6:31 am) and 3 more...
#55 of 67 Re: Stearing [sheab] by mcali786 Jan 31, 2007 (11:25 am)
Replying to: sheab (Jul 01, 2006 10:17 am) Hey guys, I've got a 97 avalon bought in Fl but moved here in Toronto 3 years ago and have the same steering wheel fluid leaking problem.   The deal is quoting me $1200 w. tax included needs rack replaced and new alignment + 14% ontario tax!   Also said something about engine oil dripping out of valve cover gasket? DOES ANYONE KNOW WHAT THE HECK DOES THIS MEAN!!!! ?   Any help appreicated Replies to this message: netwon (Jan 31, 2007 4:40 pm) mcali786 (Feb 01, 2007 6:31 am) netwon (Feb 01, 2007 7:29 am) and 2 more...
#56 of 67 Re: Stearing [mcali786] by netwon Jan 31, 2007 (4:40 pm)
Replying to: mcali786 (Jan 31, 2007 11:25 am) Over your valve train on the top end of the engine both banks of cylinders have a cover that goes over the valves. There is a gasket that holds them on. The gaskets themselves aren't that bad to get but they may be hard to get to. The front one in your car should be easy if that is the one that is leaking.... Not a major repair.   Net Replies to this message: mcali786 (Feb 01, 2007 6:31 am) netwon (Feb 01, 2007 7:29 am) mcali786 (Feb 01, 2007 8:38 am) and 1 more...
#57 of 67 Re: Stearing [netwon] by mcali786 Feb 01, 2007 (6:31 am)
Replying to: netwon (Jan 31, 2007 4:40 pm) Net...thanks for explaining...I asked mylocal mechanic and he quoted $300 for complete job +taxes...He said exactly what you mentioned above that the gasket itself is for $60 but to replace it is the time it takes...around 2 1/2 hrs job so labours kills it.   So now i have 2 things to take care of: Rack n Pinon to be repalced from my toyota dealer and the valve cover gaskets from my mechanic   Question: is it a good idea to have the fluid flushed while i'm getting new rack? Replies to this message: netwon (Feb 01, 2007 7:29 am) mcali786 (Feb 01, 2007 8:38 am) netwon (Feb 01, 2007 8:51 am)

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