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Re: Bike Rack Hitch for 2009 Camry [jagger]
by cmor1701d
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Nov 08, 2009 (10:15 pm)
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Replying to: jagger (Nov 08, 2009 8:18 am)
I got a Curt hitch from THe Hitch Store http://www.thehitchstore.com/class-ii-receiver-hitch-p-621.html
It comes with a 2" sleeve to fit over the 1-1/4, I dont need the 2", but I did put it on once to see the difference. Not that much longer. I doubt the weight balance will be thrown off by 2 bikes and the hitch adapter.
BTW, the Curtis is a straight bolt on. They even have a video on the site to show you exactly how to do it. I had mine installee at a PetBoys shop for $50.
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- #891 of 914
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Re: Panic alarm goes off intermittently [kiawah]
by exler
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Nov 14, 2009 (1:29 pm)
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Replying to: kiawah (Oct 21, 2009 5:15 am)
I am looking at a used 02 Corolla 4 cylinder--to check the transmission fluid level I was told that the vehicle must be in "Drive" mode with the emergency brake engaged of course. Is that correct? Thanks.
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- #892 of 914
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Re: Panic alarm goes off intermittently [exler]
by kiawah
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Nov 14, 2009 (1:57 pm)
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Replying to: exler (Nov 14, 2009 1:29 pm)
I don't have an '02 maintenance manual, but have an '04. The '04 Corolla says to check it while it is in Park.
"Park" check is pretty much consistent with every other vehicle I've owned, so not sure where the "Drive" came from.
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- #893 of 914
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Re: Panic alarm goes off intermittently [kiawah]
by exler
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Nov 14, 2009 (4:13 pm)
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Replying to: kiawah (Nov 14, 2009 1:57 pm)
Thanks for the input---if anyone else has more info pass it along--somewhere in my mind I heard about that "Drive" thing. I will check on Monday with a dealer as they are now closed. Checking in drive could pose a danger I am sure.
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- #894 of 914
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Re: Panic alarm goes off intermittently [exler]
by kiawah
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Nov 14, 2009 (6:14 pm)
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Replying to: exler (Nov 14, 2009 4:13 pm)
It is kind of immaterial isn't it? If you are looking to buy a used vehicle, you should have an independent mechanic check it over BEFORE you purchase it. Spend $100 or so, it may highlight some problems that you would not be aware of.
Buying used vehicles.....let the buyer beware. You buy it, you own it, problems and all.
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Re: Checking auto transmission oil level:
by notmybmw
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Nov 14, 2009 (8:55 pm)
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Replying to: exler (Nov 14, 2009 4:13 pm)
Checking it while in DRIVE certainly turns it into at least a two man job (or, one man plus a damn good emergency brake!).
But, as kiawah says, why not get a good shop to do it and have them check everything else at the same time.
Happy hunting!
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Re: Panic alarm goes off intermittently [kiawah]
by exler
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Nov 15, 2009 (7:30 am)
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Replying to: kiawah (Nov 14, 2009 6:14 pm)
Agree on buyer beware--I have not bought anything yet--I guess I was just curious if anyone here ever heard of checking transmission fluid while in "Drive". I did have a mechanic check it out while the car was in "Park" mode and he said the transmission fluid was low and he could see no leaks and everything else on the car was good in good shape. He said sometimes transmission fluid sometimes goes down due to the heat created, vaporizes, etc. and so on., but from I read a transmission should not "use" or "burn" fluid. Maybe a trip to a transmission shop is in order? If it needs seals is that an expensive job? Thanks .
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Re: Panic alarm goes off intermittently [exler]
by wwest
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Nov 15, 2009 (8:32 am)
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Replying to: exler (Nov 15, 2009 7:30 am)
My procedure is to get the engine and transmission well up into operating temperature range, shift the transmission from drive to reverse several times waiting in each position long enough to feel the drive train "torque up". Then check the ATF level with the transmission in PARK.
The ATF should be reasonably clear/transparent, not smell burned and have a pink tint.
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