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Aren't all cars in Canada imports? Technically some US cars are made in Canada but they are US cars.[ALIMEISTER] said:
Is there a Canadian brand / manufacturer?
Stay away from Firebirds or Camaros from that era, very expensive to maintain, figure $500 to $1000 per year for just for repairs/maintenance[ALIMEISTER] said:
For $2K, you should be able to find something decent from the mid-late 90's
www.autotrader.ca
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Anything is possible. If something stops working have it checked. That took a lot of thought ...............applet said:
from: http://newcarbuyingguide.com/index.php/news/main/1638/event=view
When the Engine Warning Light is Lit, Get it Checked Immediately
Of the nearly four dozen concerns that can cause a car's Check Engine light to illuminate, none is so small it can reasonably be ignored.
There are more than 40 reasons why the Check Engine light on a car's dashboard could come on. Some are major and some are not, but because each can affect engine life efficiency and performance, motorists should investigate them all.
The Environmental Protection Agency estimates that more than 6 million Americans are currently driving cars with Check Engine warning lights on. The campaign's radio, print and point-of-sale advertising educates drivers about the importance of having an qualified automotive technician thoroughly check their engine whenever the warning light comes on.
There are a variety of circumstances under which the Check Engine light could come on, but the vast majority fall under a category are called catalyst-damaging occurrences. All automobiles that are model year 1995 or newer are subject to stricter federally mandated emissions standards known as OBD2, and their on-board computers trigger the Check Engine light whenever exhaust emissions fall outside the normal range and could damage the catalytic converter.
The problem can be anything from a lean or rich air/fuel mixture, a bad spark plug or plug wire, or a failed oxygen sensor. Issues like these account for the lion's share of Check Engine cases he sees.
Anything that causes poor engine performance or inefficiency could trip the light. And because a car's sophisticated computer systems are connected and interdependent, seemingly unrelated problems with the transmission, anti-lock braking system or even a loose gas cap could trigger a Check Engine warning, also.
Because a quick-and-simple analysis with a hand-held device will not necessarily pinpoint the problem and may lead to misdiagnoses and incomplete repairs. A qualified service technicial can perform a thorough diagnostic evaluation as soon as a car's Check Engine light comes on.
Though the warning's cause may be minor, it can predict a potentially dangerous situation. A thorough engine analysis is the only safe and reliable way to find out for sure.
When the Engine Warning Light is Lit, Get it Checked Immediately
Of the nearly four dozen concerns that can cause a car's Check Engine light to illuminate, none is so small it can reasonably be ignored.
There are more than 40 reasons why the Check Engine light on a car's dashboard could come on. Some are major and some are not, but because each can affect engine life efficiency and performance, motorists should investigate them all.
The Environmental Protection Agency estimates that more than 6 million Americans are currently driving cars with Check Engine warning lights on. The campaign's radio, print and point-of-sale advertising educates drivers about the importance of having an qualified automotive technician thoroughly check their engine whenever the warning light comes on.
There are a variety of circumstances under which the Check Engine light could come on, but the vast majority fall under a category are called catalyst-damaging occurrences. All automobiles that are model year 1995 or newer are subject to stricter federally mandated emissions standards known as OBD2, and their on-board computers trigger the Check Engine light whenever exhaust emissions fall outside the normal range and could damage the catalytic converter.
The problem can be anything from a lean or rich air/fuel mixture, a bad spark plug or plug wire, or a failed oxygen sensor. Issues like these account for the lion's share of Check Engine cases he sees.
Anything that causes poor engine performance or inefficiency could trip the light. And because a car's sophisticated computer systems are connected and interdependent, seemingly unrelated problems with the transmission, anti-lock braking system or even a loose gas cap could trigger a Check Engine warning, also.
Because a quick-and-simple analysis with a hand-held device will not necessarily pinpoint the problem and may lead to misdiagnoses and incomplete repairs. A qualified service technicial can perform a thorough diagnostic evaluation as soon as a car's Check Engine light comes on.
Though the warning's cause may be minor, it can predict a potentially dangerous situation. A thorough engine analysis is the only safe and reliable way to find out for sure.
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OnTheWayOut
As Moraff posted, some reasons for it to come on are minor, others are more serious. A faulty (but in no way harmful) gas cap can cause it. Or a bad batch of fuel. Or worse.applet said:
I use this rule of thumb: If the light is accompanied by a decrease in performance and/or a drop in fuel economy then it should be looked at ASAP.
If the light is the only symptom then don't sweat it. If you have a buddy with one of those "engine warning light" reset gizmos try that first. If it comes back on then have it checked. Or try replacing the gas cap first, if that fixes it you just saved a few hundred bucks. If not, you're not out much cash.
The Toyota dealer said because the check engine light was on it needs a "02 Censor Bank 1 Sensor 2 Showed Up On Scan Tool". They cleared the engine light but said it needs a $425 job to repair the problem related to the link below, something to do with the catalytic converter. Should I get the job done, leave it alone or where can I get a better price to have it fixed?Thx
There are a variety of circumstances under which the Check Engine light could come on, but the vast majority fall under a category are called catalyst-damaging occurrences. All automobiles that are model year 1995 or newer are subject to stricter federally mandated emissions standards known as OBD2, and their on-board computers trigger the Check Engine light whenever exhaust emissions fall outside the normal range and could damage the catalytic converter.
The problem can be anything from a lean or rich air/fuel mixture, a bad spark plug or plug wire, or a failed oxygen sensor. Issues like these account for the lion's share of Check Engine cases he sees.
Anything that causes poor engine performance or inefficiency could trip the light. And because a car's sophisticated computer systems are connected and interdependent, seemingly unrelated problems with the transmission, anti-lock braking system or even a loose gas cap could trigger a Check Engine warning, also.
http://newcarbuyingguide.com/index.php/news/main/1638/event=view
There are a variety of circumstances under which the Check Engine light could come on, but the vast majority fall under a category are called catalyst-damaging occurrences. All automobiles that are model year 1995 or newer are subject to stricter federally mandated emissions standards known as OBD2, and their on-board computers trigger the Check Engine light whenever exhaust emissions fall outside the normal range and could damage the catalytic converter.
The problem can be anything from a lean or rich air/fuel mixture, a bad spark plug or plug wire, or a failed oxygen sensor. Issues like these account for the lion's share of Check Engine cases he sees.
Anything that causes poor engine performance or inefficiency could trip the light. And because a car's sophisticated computer systems are connected and interdependent, seemingly unrelated problems with the transmission, anti-lock braking system or even a loose gas cap could trigger a Check Engine warning, also.
http://newcarbuyingguide.com/index.php/news/main/1638/event=view
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OnTheWayOut
It might as higher quality gas does contain more cleaning agents and theoretically could clean deposits off the sensors ...... if that's the problem with the sensor and not an electrical malfunction.itmeans said:It was suggested that I run some "super" or "ultra" higher grade gas thru the tank for a couple of weeks, that may alleviate the problem
Along the same line of thought using a high quality fuel additive might do he same thing. I prefer additives that contain "Techron" which is made by Chevron. It's readily available in the states but harder to find here. Canadian Tire used to carry it but stopped several years ago. I buy it in the states ever since.
Using either may or may not help but certainly won't hurt. One of my vehicles has a light that intermittently comes on, a Techron treatment usually helps. Once I was out of Techron when it came on so I went to Petro Canada and put their best gas in. Light went out in a few hundred KM.
good luck
I'll try the premium gas.
I've noticed a bit of whistling on and off coming from the engine perhaps related to the censor issue.
Is there somewhere cheaper than the dealer to get the censor replaced/repaired? can any garage deal with this issue on a japanese car.
I've noticed a bit of whistling on and off coming from the engine perhaps related to the censor issue.
Is there somewhere cheaper than the dealer to get the censor replaced/repaired? can any garage deal with this issue on a japanese car.
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OnTheWayOut
The whistling MIGHT be a vacuum hose that's come loose or cracked. Pop the hood and look around, if you see a small rubber tube hanging loose you could fix the problem. It could affect sensors and other things. If you look with the engine running to try to hear be very careful of moving part. If you're inexperienced or uncomfortable take it to a mechanic to check. In any event, your engine shouldn't be whistling so you want to find the reason, even if it's unrelated to the engine light.itmeans said:
Yes, other garages can service your car and most would charge less than the dealer. Cheaper isn't always better, you want to get some input on a garage before trying them. Since I don't live in TO I can't recommend any places, I'm sure others here can help you out.
Wait a sec, you say they cleared the check engine light, correct? And has the light stayed out? If so (based on the little I've read) I would assume the problem was transitory in nature (bad fuel, loose cap sort of thing). If the problem was ongoing I would think the check engine light would have come right back on.itmeans said:
If it's just an O2 sensor any shop can replace it. The problem is part itself.itmeans said:
Toyota will want $300 or more for it. It's $50 item on eBay.
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OnTheWayOut
Keep in mind newer cars (past 2000 min) have several O2 sensors so you have to know the correct one to change. Some are easy to get at, some are not. The tool to clear the sensor is available at any parts store. Or even better if a friend has one and will clear it for you.
Not like the good ole days where they had only one O2 sensor ...... or the even good older days where your nose was the O2 sensor *lol*
As an example, a car I had the light came on. Changed the gas cap, still on. I took it in for other service and asked them to hook up the scan reader and let me know. It was an O2 sensor in a hard to get area so I told them to go ahead. I think it cost @ $200 on my Chevy. This car had 4 sensors I think, maybe 6. Light stayed out for a few months and has been intermittent ever since. I put some premium gas or Techron in and forget about it until it comes on again.
As I said before, if there's no drop in performance or fuel economy don't lose any sleep over it. Works for me.
Not like the good ole days where they had only one O2 sensor ...... or the even good older days where your nose was the O2 sensor *lol*
As an example, a car I had the light came on. Changed the gas cap, still on. I took it in for other service and asked them to hook up the scan reader and let me know. It was an O2 sensor in a hard to get area so I told them to go ahead. I think it cost @ $200 on my Chevy. This car had 4 sensors I think, maybe 6. Light stayed out for a few months and has been intermittent ever since. I put some premium gas or Techron in and forget about it until it comes on again.
As I said before, if there's no drop in performance or fuel economy don't lose any sleep over it. Works for me.
