2004 Toyota Solara
2004 Toyota Solara questions and answers
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Q: Where can find Toyota Solara 2004 factory repair manual?
I want to remove my JBL 6 cd changer to install auxiliary. Please help.
A: You could order the factory repair manuals direct from the Toyota Materials Distribution Center (check here for the publication numbers and prices: http://smg.toyotapartsandservice.com/pubs.php?v=0&y=0&int_id=0&done=1 ), or through your favorite Toyota parts source (like your dealer's parts dept.).
You can also check online at places like eBay or owners' groups, to see if anyone is selling their copies for cheap. Owners' groups may also help you, in that someone may have already done the procedure and can tell you how to do it and any pitfalls they encountered that weren't listed in the official documentation.
Perhaps your best bet would be to get a brief (1-day or less) subscription to one of Toyota's technical sites and download the information that you need. You can download as many of the tiny PDFs as you want within that subscription timeframe (provided you have the patience and a decently fast internet connection), which includes service manual pages, electrical wiring manual pages, owner's manual pages, body repair manual pages, recall notices and technical service bulletins, new car features guides, training material, etc.
US and maybe Canada: http://techinfo.toyota.com/
Europe/UK and maybe Australia: http://techdoc.toyota-europe.com/
Q: What is the subtle knocking/banging in the steering column/front end of my 2004 Toyota Solara?
It only happens when I turn the wheel at low speeds (like pulling in or out of a parking space) or going over bumps (again at low speeds - 15-20 mph). The steering is fine, car handles well and it only has 26,100 miles on it so I doubt it's normal wear and tear. I've had it in three times for this and the dealership mechanics always tell me they "don't feel anything" when they drive it...can they be trusted since the car is still under warranty and I get the feeling they just don't want to eat the cost of having to fix it.
A: It could be play in the McPherson strut shock absorber assembly including the strut or the strut isolator bearing where it bolts to the body at the tower top. You might take it to an independent front end specialist shop and tell them that you can feel and hear it, but the dealer says you don't have a problem. They might take the time to actually check the front end components for excessive play. Even a new vehicle could have a defective part. The only way you'd eventually find the problem otherwise is after a few years of wear when the play in the parts gets worse so technicians can find it easier. A "chassis ear" is a special listening device some shops have to locate noises in your car. Also review all the owner complaints, TSBs and recalls for your vehicle at http://www.mycarstats.com - You will need to first sign up for free on their website by entering your vehicle make, year and model.
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Q: what is the estimated fair market value of a 2004 toyota highlander and a 2004 toyota solara?
A: 04 highlander $14 to $16,000
04 solara $12 to $14,000
Q: 2004 toyota solara:: selling it... how much?!!?
Im selling my car... its a 2004 toyota solara and it is in perfect condition and its red. I love it... drives perfect and looks great.
It is still under warranty 5yrs. 100k miles. has about 60k miles on it now. I still owe about $16k on it... how much should i sell it for?
ed:: actually you should do a little bit more research a brand new Toyota Camry at a dealer is anywhere from $20k-$23k and a Camry is not the competition of the Solara.. actually a Solara is the 2 door version of the Camry but is considered a luxury sport car for toyotas.. its one of thier higher end products...
2004 solaras at the dealers are still selling for anything up to $18k. but thanks anyways.
A: A brand new Camry is $16,900 at the local dealer. I know that is not a Solara but it is your competition. I think your vehicle is $14,000. I don't want to be right. I wish it was lots more..
Q: I'm looking for a screen to go over my back seats in my 2004 Toyota Solara convertible - any ideas?
A: check with your dealer or ebay
Q: 2004 toyota solara headlight adjustment?
A: there should be two screws, one on top and one on the side. Just find a nice level area with a wall and aim away
Q: 2004 Toyota Solara..help!!?
I bought a Solara a month ago, they did not include a manual and I have a light on in my car that looks like this: (!) with a squiggly line underneath the sign....what does it mean?
A: Looks like the temperature. You're engine may be overheating or doesn't have enough coolant.
Please check your coolant level, and do not drive the car until you get it fixed.
It could be a multitude of things, but what you're describing looks like a typical temperature warning and the squiggly lines underneath I'm assuming represents water. I'm assuming the light is RED. Which means do not drive the car until it is fixed.
Things that would cause this light to come on include.
1. Low Coolant level (Just add proper coolant directly to the radiator) Do not open cap when hot!
2. Stuck or sticking thermostat so your engine is heating up too much, replace thermostat.
3. Bad Cooling fans, your cooling fans aren't turning on to cool the radiator fluid appropriately.
4. Water pump, not circulating water appropriately.
5. Temperature Sensor is bad.
6. Radiator cap not holding proper pressure
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Then downward to a blown head gasket or cracked head.
The most likely scenairo, is also the cheapest. CHECK YOUR RADIATOR FLUID LEVEL.
Good Luck.
Q: I have a 2004 Toyota Solara....?
It was called a Solara when I bought it, the badging on the car says Solara, but every time I take it in for service, it's listed as a Camry on the invoice...and all the service techs call it a Camry...why is that? I've seen plenty of Camry's on the road...and my car is clearly not a Camry...
Wow, thanks. Boy, do I feel silly right about now.... : /
A: I guess this will answer your question:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Toyota_Solara
Q: °•o° Will 22" rims fit on a 2004 Toyota Solara SE?°•o°?
A: I'd HIGHLY doubt it. I also would recommend against it. That would look tacky as hell.
Q: can I upgrade the radio on my toyota solara 2004 for the one that has 6 cd changer?
A: you can but you should ask yourself if you you really want to
this day in age you can get a cheap radio that plays mp3s and on one disc you can hold about 10 Cd's worth of music,
so unless the changer car play mp3s don't wasts your time, plus they are known to have problems like freezing up (wont play or eject the Cd's inside)
Q: 2004 toyota solara se v6?
the car is appealing to my eye but i wanna know more about how reliable it is and the mainatnce etc.
A: I had a 1999 sle v6 until 2006. Never had any problem with it and spent nothing other than on tires and brake pads.
Of course you have to do regular oil changes, and brake & coolant flushes every two years.
Forget about the macho comments from others. If you like the car, and it checks out OK, it is a good solid car , very reliable , and fast too.
At approximately 60 to 70k miles, that is when you are supposed to spend approximately 1000.00 to cover timing belts, drive belts and other related items.
Q: Toyota Solara radio?
I HAVE A 2004 TOYOTA SOLARA WITH A SINGLE CD RADIO, AND I BOUGHT A SOLARA JBL 6CD RADIO BUT THE PLUG IN THE BACK IS DIFFERENT , I BEEN LOOKING EVERYWHERE AND NOONE HAS THE REAR WIRE HARNESS , WHERE I CAN GET IT?
A: Different audio systems in the Solara use different sepatate amplifiers. Would be best to get a 6CD radio with the same plugs as your original radio. If your original radio uses two plugs side-by-side, then the amp is internal in the radio. The JBL system requires a separate amp.
But to answer your question, try a junk yard for your plug.
Q: how do i get my mp3 player to play in my toyota solara?
i have a 2004 toyota solara w. the navigation system from the factory.. i'm trying to find a way to play my mp3 player in my car but there is no audio out hole on the fact of the navigation system (where the cd player hides behind)..
where can i find that? or is getting to the back of it (or wherever the stupid thing may be) involve taking apart my car in a way no non-mechanic should?
and if there is a way to get to the back of it easily, what wire do i need to buy to connect the back of the system to the headphone jack of my mp3 player?
A: first of all, your factory deck might not even have an auxilary in, so in that case you'd have to buy an aftermarket deck to hook up your ipod. BUT, if your deck does have an auxilary audio input (check the manual or deck options), you need to go to radio jack and buy a special audio cable, it will have two RCA (white and red) jacks on one end, and a headphone plug on the other. you can buy the "Ipod" version of this cord for three times the price, but its the same exact thing basically, maybe a little more shielding. i would recommend a 6 foot cord. you need to take out your factory deck (there should be easy instructions online for your vehichle if you can't figure how to get it out on your own) then plug in the rca jacks into the back of the deck, and run the headphone jack behind your deck and down onto the floor, or an easily accesible place for your ipod (you can get creative with this, my ipod cord comes out of the center console). after you have everything back in place, you need to turn your deck to aux. mode in order for the ipod to play. plug it in and enjoy! or, if that sounds too complicated you can buy one of those crappy radio ipod transmitters. they cost about 30 bucks and play the ipod off your radio without having to deal with wires or a new deck. but of course it plays in mono only, and crackles a little bit like the radio does.
Q: Question's about toyota's... might not be all, but some...?
i recently purchased a 2004 toyota solara se. my dad was talking to my mechanic and he said that it was a good chocie, and that even tho it was a 6 cylinder it was still just as good on gas as the 4 cylinder.
but he told my dad that at about 100,000 miles the timing belt would have to be changed, and that it just needs to get done usually people dont wait until it breaks. he said that all the timing belts go on toyotas at like 100,000. Is this true? if it is... why is that the case then?
any advice/comments are greatly appreciated!
A: Toyota vehicles are among the world's finest and require very few serious repairs; however, the timing belt should be changed at about 100,000 miles and every 60,000 miles thereafter.
Q: What is the cheapest car insurance a 17 year old can have in Massachusetts ?
75- $150
im not trying to get my pockets wiped out and i need a company that will require a small deposit
i know it also depends on the car but i will be getting a toyota solara 1998 - 2004
A: If you get the car for CASH, then it is yours and you may get a liability only type insurance. It means they won't pay if you damage your car.
This is the cheapest insurance type you can get, or you can go for fully comprehensive type.
As to where to get it, It's free to get quoted from the sites, here's a couple I often go back to: http://finance.ebookorama.com/ukusa-selected-resources.php and http://best-american-insurers-free-comparison.servicesarticles.com
you can even back up, input another car, see new price.
These sites save time as they'll search MANY insurers to bring back many quotes so it's a quicker process than doing one site at the time.
but you should try many places before you settle with one as there's more of a chance you'll find a cheaper one by shopping around more