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80+ ouch...I can relate. You know that expression "when you're a hammer, everything looks like a nail"....I'm subtropical so if you ain't in Florida, as far as I'm concerned, you're in the Arctic so to speak....so I get better mpg in cooler weather but you don't. Different variables. Just...

I'm not an expert, but I would have no qualms towing moderate weight on 4AT. But IMO, your killer is heat. What climate are you towing in and hilly terrain etc? How many miles on the tranny and when was it last serviced? I service my autos on a 30k interval so they always have fresh fluid and...

Jolly gets the best mpg cause he lives in the Arctic with cold air being more dense! I get pretty good 25-28mpg in suburban 30-50mph settings and 30-35mpg @ 85mph in 90+ degree heat at sea level on the interstate. My ac runs 24/7 which affects mpg. Keep good records and you should see...

Ahh the fun factor....I fear as the car manus continue to consolidate features and packages, that the MT could be discontinued. Less peeps know how to drive a stick now than say 20-30 years ago. It used to be you could choose options ala carte. I hope I'm wrong as I enjoy a manual tranny...more...

Blind spot warning is the space between your ears. Participate, not spectate, when you drive - my advice to my teenage son (new driver).

I'm with you jolly. No complaint with my cvt...with the exception of the engine rpm noise. Took me a looong time to get used to the rpms jumping every time I get a little aggressive on the gas. But now it's not a big deal. By road noise, are you meaning lack of substantial sound deadening...

Got it, thanks. The tension done by the 3rd bolt....yep did that on my 60/70/80s...lol

Dk, can you elaborate on your last statement. I just went thru solving a belt issue on my 2004. Would like to better understand the diff on 2014+. Thanks...

3 questions.....I'm not familiar with 2009.. First, is this a climate control computer? If not, does all 4 of the blower speeds work ok? Especially does the max speed work 100% ok and does not rpm waver during extended running? Last, when you say 'hot' air, are you referring to hot air such as...

Thanks carinorder. I finally got around to changing the sway links today as you suggested. I had ruled out ball joints after testing them with front end jacked up. The pass side sway link lower ball and socket was noticably worn with free play after I removed it and had it in my grubby hands...

Great to hear and thanks for letting us know!

Agree with alt as possible issue,,,,but I'll back it up a little and when I read the orig post, it says a belt got thrown AND AFTER THAT...Does that mean the car would start and run fine prior to throwing the belt? Perhaps the new belt is not routed correctly around the alternator? Tryin to...

Hi Henri, I just went though process of solving a Serp belt noise. I had a genuine toyo belt with 2 yrs /30k miles and it was quiet. Then I changed out the oem alternator with an aftermarket alternator. Belt was quiet at first, but after 200-300 miles, it became chirpy and would rattle during...

I found running in 80+ degree temps over the years that higher pressure seems to do well to mitigate heat effects. Tire heat failure is a big deal in my neck of the woods. My tires spend their life pretty much at 80+. That is air temp, not pavement temp which is significantly higher. 32 is...

I did not know the 11th gen comp was a clutchless design, but it makes perfect sense when mated to the cvt. It also explains why I never heard the clack sound when the clutch engaged...geez The cvt allows engine rpm to suddenly and wildly fluctuate which was prolly going to kill the longevity...

It's nice to be spot on and get a "win". Did you get paid? Lol. Oh yea, aol was before PayPal donate buttons...

Yea, bad tires is most likely. I just like to throw out my personal experiences; it usually isn't gonna be the exact solution for someone else, but perhaps a light bulb will go off for someone and help lead them to their solution. It's also tough to armchair diagnose a problem 100% first pass...

I knew that would come back at me.....wrong terminology on my part. Intent was to point out corolla is not an independent rear suspension in which precise alignment adjustment is available.

Whoops...not my question to answer..oh well

Dk, not understanding your question. I understand power flow....can you rephrase?