# \#camrysolara **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/tag/camrysolara/11234.md [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) --- ## [Roaring 2004 Toyota Camry Solara](https://community.cartalk.com/t/roaring-2004-toyota-camry-solara/163725)
**Author:** [@Felicia05](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Felicia05)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 2, 2020, 6:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/roaring-2004-toyota-camry-solara/163725 "2020-05-02T18:30:38Z")
When I crack up my car and start driving it makes a loud roaring noise. --- ## [2000 Toyota Camry Solara - evaluating timing belt](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-toyota-camry-solara-evaluating-timing-belt/161838)
**Author:** [@CARNELLWILLIAMS](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CARNELLWILLIAMS)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [March 27, 2020, 11:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-toyota-camry-solara-evaluating-timing-belt/161838 "2020-03-27T23:20:17Z")
How to test and/or change the timing belt beyond 180,000 miles. The car is running fine, but i’m not original owner, so I don’t know when it was last changed. --- ## [2002 Toyota Camry Solara - fluttering sound in the cold](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-toyota-camry-solara-fluttering-sound-in-the-cold/152413)
**Author:** [@Al12](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Al12)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 12, 2019, 2:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-toyota-camry-solara-fluttering-sound-in-the-cold/152413 "2019-11-12T02:47:35Z")
When car is cold or sitting for extended period a loud flutter in the engine compartment is herd for a 3 to 4 second period then stops suddenly --- ## [2009 Toyota Camry Solara oil change interval](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-toyota-camry-solara-oil-change-interval/126751)
**Author:** [@Karen00](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Karen00)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2018, 5:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-toyota-camry-solara-oil-change-interval/126751 "2018-10-14T17:30:44Z")
I have an 09 Camry with 200k miles of which I take very good care. I have always used fully synthetic oil. How often should it be changed? Thanks! --- ## [Downstream O2 sensor replacement](https://community.cartalk.com/t/downstream-o2-sensor-replacement/124542)
**Author:** [@Lacy\_Ramirez](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Lacy_Ramirez)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [September 12, 2018, 3:10am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/downstream-o2-sensor-replacement/124542 "2018-09-12T03:10:04Z")
Having some issues replacing the downstream o2 sensor. Upstream was a breeze to replace. I just bought this car used. Downstream seems to have had the female connector removed. Instead of the wires showing, it looks clam… --- ## [2008 Toyota Solara oxygen sensors](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-toyota-solara-oxygen-sensors/120354)
**Author:** [@MichaelInduni](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MichaelInduni)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 5, 2018, 3:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-toyota-solara-oxygen-sensors/120354 "2018-07-05T15:50:50Z")
Oxygen sensors keep going out on my 2008 Toyota Solara (50K miles). Is this a common problem with this vehicle? Dealer says running the car with the check engine light on hurts gas mileage and may harm the catalytic conv… --- ## [Radio fading in 2005 Toyota Solara](https://community.cartalk.com/t/radio-fading-in-2005-toyota-solara/119242)
**Author:** [@Satch](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Satch)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 15, 2018, 4:50am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/radio-fading-in-2005-toyota-solara/119242 "2018-06-15T04:50:16Z")
My 2005 Solara SLE convertible had a problem from the day I bought it new from the dealer, but I wasn’t too concerned because it only happened when raising or lowering the top. Whenever I would lower or raise the top the… --- ## [Toyota Solara 2002 P1130](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-solara-2002-p1130/113115)
**Author:** [@GioSolara](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GioSolara)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 5, 2018, 7:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-solara-2002-p1130/113115 "2018-03-05T07:02:31Z")
I have a 2002 Toyota Solara 2.4L 4 cylinder. (Currently:199k miles) Months ago I got a P0420 code meaning I had a bad catalytic converter… The code was reset multiple times to ensure the catalytic converter was indeed ba… --- ## [Converting tops?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/converting-tops/112352)
**Author:** [@jennypxo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jennypxo)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2018, 12:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/converting-tops/112352 "2018-02-17T00:05:16Z")
I was wondering if it was at all possible to convert a soft top Solara to a hard top. My car is an ‘06, the top was replaced a year ago I believe (I just recently bought it from a private seller). However, I think it wou… --- ## [Trunk lock malfunctioning](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trunk-lock-malfunctioning/111827)
**Author:** [@redneckred](https://community.cartalk.com/u/redneckred)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [January 31, 2018, 1:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trunk-lock-malfunctioning/111827 "2018-01-31T13:14:01Z")
I went out one day and suddenly without warning, I could not get my trunk to open. I tried the remote and could hear the electronic relay working, but the trunk lock would not release. I tried the inside release latch … --- ## [Am I nuts to replace the seals when I replace the timing belt?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/am-i-nuts-to-replace-the-seals-when-i-replace-the-timing-belt/102119)
**Author:** [@Brightsafflicted](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Brightsafflicted)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [March 25, 2017, 7:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/am-i-nuts-to-replace-the-seals-when-i-replace-the-timing-belt/102119 "2017-03-25T19:03:09Z")
My 2008 Solara (3MZ-FE engine) just crossed 90k miles, so I am planning to replace the timing belt. I am considering replacing the cam and crank seals, and maybe the oil pump seal, as long as I have things apart. But a… --- ## [2008 Solara Strange Starting Problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-solara-strange-starting-problem/96248)
**Author:** [@Brightsafflicted](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Brightsafflicted)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2016, 3:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-solara-strange-starting-problem/96248 "2016-10-26T03:20:30Z")
I have a starting problem that is a new one to me. After leaving my car at the airport for two days, when I returned the instrument lights lit up but engine would not turn over. I had it washed too, so I figured the guys… --- ## [Knocking sound with every rotation of wheel](https://community.cartalk.com/t/knocking-sound-with-every-rotation-of-wheel/93581)
**Author:** [@Nick1805](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Nick1805)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [June 19, 2016, 10:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/knocking-sound-with-every-rotation-of-wheel/93581 "2016-06-19T22:45:35Z")
\[iframe\]https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=2dfUimxzNZg\[/iframe\] I have been hearing a knocking sound from rear passenger side wheel. My car is a Toyota Solara 2007 with 87k miles on it, tires were changed last week so the i… --- ## [Solara GPS/CD Player](https://community.cartalk.com/t/solara-gps-cd-player/90146)
**Author:** [@Going\_Baroque](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Going_Baroque)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [June 4, 2015, 8:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/solara-gps-cd-player/90146 "2015-06-04T20:58:53Z")
I recently purchased a 2007 Toyota Solara convertible SLE. It came with a factory installed GPS/CD Player. The car has a JBL system. The cost to update the disc in the GPS is $169. For that money, and because the car… --- ## [Changing out the timing belt](https://community.cartalk.com/t/changing-out-the-timing-belt/90113)
**Author:** [@slysuggiebear](https://community.cartalk.com/u/slysuggiebear)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 28, 2015, 5:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/changing-out-the-timing-belt/90113 "2015-05-28T17:18:05Z")
I have a 2005 Toyota camry solara with 66,000. Does the timing belt need to be done now due to age of the car?? Or wait alittle longer???? Help.... --- ## [Car smells after window replacement](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-smells-after-window-replacement/89564)
**Author:** [@Drslim](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Drslim)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 6, 2015, 7:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-smells-after-window-replacement/89564 "2015-04-06T07:38:03Z")
I had my passenger side window replaced, and the car now has a strong smell of adhesive. I have left the windows open for a week, and the smell just gets stronger. Suggestions? --- ## [Daughter's car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/daughters-car/89358)
**Author:** [@lacking\_knowledge](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lacking_knowledge)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [March 20, 2015, 8:42am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/daughters-car/89358 "2015-03-20T08:42:28Z")
This Sunday I had my daughters oil changed at a quick lube right before she left to return to college across state. I drove it .5 miles home from the oil change place. She and her two classmates made it not quite out of … --- ## [Calipers again](https://community.cartalk.com/t/calipers-again/84724)
**Author:** [@ajbambi](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ajbambi)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [April 28, 2014, 6:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/calipers-again/84724 "2014-04-28T18:10:23Z")
I have an '04 Toyota solar a. In 2012 I replaced the rear calipers and rear break pads and rotors Now 18 months later I have been told that my rear caliper piston is frozen and I have to replace both calipers and beak … --- ## [2001 Toyota Solara ECM Replacement](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-toyota-solara-ecm-replacement/76590)
**Author:** [@njcarowner61](https://community.cartalk.com/u/njcarowner61)\ **Replies:** 35\ **Last updated:** [January 9, 2014, 1:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-toyota-solara-ecm-replacement/76590 "2014-01-09T01:20:17Z")
After taking my car to the Toyota dealer to troubleshoot a car-starting issue, they told me that I needed to replace the ECM. As they wanted $1,100 installed, I told them I'd take the car back and try to figure something… --- ## [Right rear wheel is clicking then locking up](https://community.cartalk.com/t/right-rear-wheel-is-clicking-then-locking-up/81562)
**Author:** [@bdl4413](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bdl4413)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 29, 2013, 2:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/right-rear-wheel-is-clicking-then-locking-up/81562 "2013-09-29T02:32:15Z")
The right rear wheel on my 2003 Toyota Solara is clicking then freezes up, any ideas on what it might be? --- ## [Why are rotors consistenly failing way too soon?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-are-rotors-consistenly-failing-way-too-soon/79374)
**Author:** [@LChase](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LChase)\ **Replies:** 44\ **Last updated:** [September 25, 2013, 9:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-are-rotors-consistenly-failing-way-too-soon/79374 "2013-09-25T21:36:01Z")
We have a 2001 Toyota Solara we bought in 2003 with 30K miles. Our issues with front brake rotors began after we installed new front rotors at 173K. 25K miles and 18 months later we brought the car into the shop b/c of… --- ## [2001 Toyota Solara - Replace Convertible Top?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-toyota-solara-replace-convertible-top/80939)
**Author:** [@njcarowner61](https://community.cartalk.com/u/njcarowner61)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [August 18, 2013, 7:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-toyota-solara-replace-convertible-top/80939 "2013-08-18T19:03:35Z")
My 2001 Solara's roof just lost its rear window, shattered as it fell thru. Repairman pointed out where at the base of the soft-top it is pulling away from the vehicle. He quoted me $1,895 all included to replace the roo… --- ## [Looking at a 2000 Camry Solara](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-at-a-2000-camry-solara/79326)
**Author:** [@Stratman67](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Stratman67)\ **Replies:** 35\ **Last updated:** [May 21, 2013, 3:54am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-at-a-2000-camry-solara/79326 "2013-05-21T03:54:03Z")
Well, the decision has been made to get rid of the 2002 Saturn SL. I bought it in '07 with 75,000 miles on it and it's been nothing but problems from the word go. It's been through two clutches, one flywheel, four tie ro… --- ## [Toyota trans](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-trans/78631)
**Author:** [@sakmani21](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sakmani21)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 15, 2013, 11:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-trans/78631 "2013-04-15T23:45:15Z")
hi ,my toyota solara v6 SE 2000 has as i think trans problem it won't reverse yesterday as i took it last week to semeone to do engine oil change but instead he drop off the trans oil and add more oil to the engine , an… --- ## [2001 Solara Convertible - Small Roof/Window Leak](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-solara-convertible-small-roof-window-leak/78662)
**Author:** [@njcarowner61](https://community.cartalk.com/u/njcarowner61)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 13, 2013, 9:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-solara-convertible-small-roof-window-leak/78662 "2013-04-13T21:50:24Z")
My Solara has a slight drip-type leak, by both drivers side and passenger side window, almost as if the seal has gone bad. I don't even know a strategy to approach this. My only thought was to replace the spongy type str… --- ## [Toyota Salvage / Part Number](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-salvage-part-number/78128)
**Author:** [@njcarowner61](https://community.cartalk.com/u/njcarowner61)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 20, 2013, 9:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-salvage-part-number/78128 "2013-03-20T21:37:42Z")
Looking for a good online salvage place for my 2001 Solara Convertible. I have a piece of door molding on the inside of my door that went bad, the local Toyota dealer gladly sell me the entire door panel for $800 .... Th… --- ## [2001 Toyota Solara V6 - Emissions/Engine light on](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-toyota-solara-v6-emissions-engine-light-on/77768)
**Author:** [@PDen](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PDen)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 4, 2013, 7:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-toyota-solara-v6-emissions-engine-light-on/77768 "2013-03-04T07:03:19Z")
The engine light on my 2001 Toyota Solara V6 keeps coming on with a code that indicates the Catalytic convertor. The convertor has been replaced 3 times with Mineke non-OEM replacements. The O2 sensor on the muffler h… --- ## [2001 Toyota Solara Convertible (V6) Won't start when it's freezing](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-toyota-solara-convertible-v6-wont-start-when-its-freezing/76250)
**Author:** [@njcarowner61](https://community.cartalk.com/u/njcarowner61)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [January 4, 2013, 5:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-toyota-solara-convertible-v6-wont-start-when-its-freezing/76250 "2013-01-04T05:17:22Z")
I have a 2001 Toyota Solara Convertible, V6, low mileage (92,000), and it will reliably NOT start when the temperature gets below freezing. I have tried a couple of tank fulls of injector cleaner on advice from a friend,… --- ## [Hot oil smell on Toyota Camry V6](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hot-oil-smell-on-toyota-camry-v6/76457)
**Author:** [@crcc](https://community.cartalk.com/u/crcc)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 2, 2013, 7:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hot-oil-smell-on-toyota-camry-v6/76457 "2013-01-02T19:51:54Z")
I have a 2002 Toyota Solara with 195k miles, and it frequently gives off a hot oil smell as though oil or trans fluid is on a hot surface, but I cannot find any such thing through a visual inspection. About the time this… --- ## [3.3L Toyota V6 2007 COLD START, EXCESSIVE FAST IDLE PROBLEM](https://community.cartalk.com/t/3-3l-toyota-v6-2007-cold-start-excessive-fast-idle-problem/75185)
**Author:** [@Calliope](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Calliope)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2012, 10:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/3-3l-toyota-v6-2007-cold-start-excessive-fast-idle-problem/75185 "2012-10-26T22:50:13Z")
2007 Toyota Solara Sport Cnvrtbl. \3.3L V6 COLD START,\ \EXCESSIVE FAST IDLE PROBLEM.\ Cold Engine Start results in engine racing above 2,000 rpm for an extended period of time, and requires greate… [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/tag/camrysolara/11234.md?match_all_tags=true&page=1&tags%5B%5D=camrysolara)