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Re: Huh? [qs933]
by volkov
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Oct 11, 2009 (11:05 am)
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Replying to: qs933 (Oct 10, 2009 5:16 pm)
I think the topic of how Venza's AWD system works is very pertinent and important. If potential buyers think they are getting a 4WD system like the Lexus 570 has, then they are mistaken and need to re-examine. It is also then reasonable to examine the particulars of the AWD systems in the competitors to see if they are any better. I knew nothing about different AWD systems when I first joined these boards years ago. In the interval I have gained valuable knowledge about it both directly and by promoting me to seek information elsewhere. I really do think that to be the purpose of these discussions.
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- #1066 of 1078
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Re: Huh? [volkov]
by steve_ HOST
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Oct 11, 2009 (11:22 am)
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Replying to: volkov (Oct 11, 2009 11:05 am)
The Toyota 4WD systems explained discussion would be a better place to continue the AWD talk, since most of us really don't care all that much about the details on these systems.
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- #1067 of 1078
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Re: Huh? [steve_]
by wwest
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Oct 11, 2009 (11:41 am)
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Replying to: steve_ (Oct 11, 2009 11:22 am)
"..since most of us really don't care all that much about the details on these systems..."
"..most of us.."
Really...??
Then most of "us" should wake up and smell the....."roses".
Maybe ignorance is BLISS.
Until the day arrives that what you didn't know, didn't wish to know, didn't think you needed to know, jumps up and bites you in the....
Well, you know.
Did you read the post immediately prior to yours or were you composing yours as the previous one was being posted..??
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- #1068 of 1078
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Re: Huh? [wwest]
by steve_ HOST
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Oct 11, 2009 (12:19 pm)
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Replying to: wwest (Oct 11, 2009 11:41 am)
Yeah, I read it.
It's the tires. 
We're boring the people shopping for a new Venza, so let's move on please.
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- #1069 of 1078
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Re: Huh? [roho1]
by qs933
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Oct 11, 2009 (12:19 pm)
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Replying to: roho1 (Oct 11, 2009 5:59 am)
Are you the moderator here? Anyway, I'm done. Sometimes discussions go down paths that don't please everyone.
Does it take the title of "moderator" to make a suggestion to those who've strayed off topic? If so, then disregard my previous message.
Go ahead. Keep complaining away about the ignorant public, misleading marketers, and everything else related to AWD/4WD systems. I'll just move on elsewhere to a site where the discussion is actually about the Venza.
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- #1070 of 1078
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Re: Huh? [steve_]
by roho1
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Oct 11, 2009 (4:14 pm)
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Replying to: steve_ (Oct 11, 2009 11:22 am)
I tried reading your link from the Sequioa forum but it is very confusing since three different systems are intertwined and it started in 2001.
I am very interested in a Venza and before spending $30,000 on a new vehcle I would like to know what I'm getting.
Sorry if I bored you.
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- #1071 of 1078
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Re: Huh? [roho1]
by steve_ HOST
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Oct 11, 2009 (6:01 pm)
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Replying to: roho1 (Oct 11, 2009 4:14 pm)
It is confusing. I found it helpful to start at post #1 and get an overview, and then not try to get too overloaded with details after that. For the newest models, it helps to start your own thread in there and ask how it's different or changed/improved.
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- #1072 of 1078
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AWD Discussion
by avery1
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Oct 11, 2009 (7:57 pm)
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I like a little discussion of the AWD in the Venza and I think it is appropriate here. If I think the post is too detailed for my needs or time then I skip it and move to the next one. Seems like we don't need to force topics off the page if everyone can do their own editing.
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- #1073 of 1078
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Re: Venza Poor Handling in the Snow [4wheelcycle]
by stevei54
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Nov 01, 2009 (4:58 am)
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Replying to: 4wheelcycle (Jun 21, 2009 5:24 am)
Did you end up getting the TPMS Sensors from Tirerack as well? What size were the tires - just checking on how close the rolling area is vs. the Orignial tires - just purchased an AWD I4 and looking to get a set of winter tires/rims -- but learning more about TPMS and the least expensive way to get them on and working - having checked out how the recalbriation works or the cost when you do the winter summer swap and rotations.
thanks for any education you can provide.
Steve in Vermont
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- #1074 of 1078
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Re: Reading dvds in the Nav [bpvenza]
by rdeason
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Nov 09, 2009 (4:47 pm)
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Replying to: bpvenza (Aug 04, 2009 10:15 am)
I took a DVD down to my Venza and tried everything I could and it would not read the disc. I reread the manual and there is a screenshot of the screen showing a DVD option alongside the CD, SAT, AM, AUX etc. This does not show on my screen. I emailed Toyota asking why both the salesperson and the manual says that you can do something that you can't. This is not my first contact with Toyota regarding this Nav/Stereo/Bluetooth unit. I suggested that since I purchased an early production model that my Nav unit might be an older unit. I am waiting for a reply. They have been prompt in the past so they I will probably hear from them in a few days. I will post their reply.
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