The new 2010 Camry and Camry Hybrid went on sale this month, after it’s unveiling at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit this past January. The Camry has an array of enhancements inside and out including exterior styling, performance safety, audio and convenience features.

For all of you power hungry people:

Camry has an upgraded power train for 2010.  A new 2.5 liter 4-cylinder is equipped with a variable valve timing with intelligence will produce 169 horsepower for Camry, LE and XLE.  For sporty performance SE gets and additional tuning and gets 179 hp, 21 more hp than previous 4-cylinder engines.  The new engines can be combined with a six speed manual or a six speed automatic transmission with sequential shift.  A powerful 3.5 liter V6 delivering 268 hp is also available.

For all of you who like the look of a car:

The 2010 Camry has a newly designed grille and front bumper, enlarged lower intake, larger projector headlamps and restyled tail lamps.  The Camry and LE grades also feature restyled standard wheel covers.  The XLE will feature 16″ 10-spoke alloy wheels and the SE will have 17″ sporty alloy wheels.

The 2010 Camry Hybrid will feature a unique hybrid grille, a distinct front bumper, wider lower intake, restyled fog lights and 16″ alloy wheels.

For all of you technical people:

The new 2010 Camry is available with an optional audio system equipped with USB port for auxiliary music sources, Bluetooth, integrated satellite radio and single CD, and MP3.

For all of you who want safety:

All Camry gas models come equipped with Vehicle Stability Control with traction control.  All up/down power windows have jam protection on all four doors.

There are so many different options to mention.  Go to your nearest Toyota Dealer and ask about the 2010 Camry and Camry Hybrid today.

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OW-20 Oil is pure synthetic oil that retails for around $6.36 a quart.  That is a pretty high price to pay for one quart, but it is the best oil that you can put into your Toyota.  You might be able to haggle with the Toyota Parts department and get a better deal.

Toyota Motor Oil SAE OW-20 is only recommended on certain types of Toyota vehicles, mostly hybrids, so please check with your local Toyota dealer and make sure that your vehicle is one that will take this kind of oil.  Sure, there are other oil makers that produce this weight of oil and it might be ok, but wouldn’t you rather spend the extra money and get the Genuine Toyota brand?

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Having trouble with your Toyota?  There is help out there for all of us.  A web site created for several uses including finding service bulletins for all makes and models of vehicles and your state’s lemon laws.

http://www.lemonlaws.info/service-bulletin.aspx?make=toyota

This site is very easy to navigate, written in plain English so that it is easy to read and understand, and gives you all sort of information on a wide range of topics.  Need to know what the manufacturer’s recalls and bulletins are?  It is right there.  Need a new maintenance log?  It is right there. 

Check it out today!

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There is a new blog out there for all of us Toyota fans.  The website is: toyotatech.

They have stuff about the new engines that are coming, where you can find service bulletins, and issues with the 1997-1999 Toyota Camry and Avalon.  It is written by someone that knows what it means to deal with Genuine Toyota parts and accessories.

I have always heard that if you take care of your Toyota then your Toyota will take care of you, and I believe it.  This blog even states that fact also.  They also give the DIY type of person the step-by-step instructions on changing the rear brake pads on their own vehicle.

Check it out!

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There is a web site out there that will give you all the info that you need to find out your rights if you are stuck with a lemon.  Not once on this site did it suggest that you just make lemonade.

The address for this site is: lemonlaws.com.  It will give you step-by-step directions you need to know to navigate the site and several options for finding a lawyer to help with your case and even service bulletins on different makes and models of vehicles.  If you know how to read this is the site for you.

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There are several things that come to mind when you say Toyota and racing in the same sentence.  Between their fairly new adventure with NASCAR’s superstar, Kyle Busch, and their continuing adventure with USCA. NASCAR has become a force to be reckoned with.

 With his record breaking 2008 NASCAR season, Kyle Busch is first on the minds of Toyota racing fans.  Man that kid can drive! Many think that he is one of the best racers that has come along in years.  He has proven over and over that whatever kind of car or truck that he is in, he drives it like he stole it.

 You can log on the Toyota motorsports website and get the full scoop on all the latest racing info from Toyota.  This website has it all.

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Do you own a 1997-1999 Toyota Camry or Toyota Avalon and wonder what that noise is coming from the front suspension?

Toyota dealers everywhere have been asking themselves the same question for years to try and figure out the problem and its solution. They have changed several different parts on these vehicles to see if it would help, including suspension struts and other notable Toyota parts.

Finally in January of 2000, Toyota came out with a new set of strut mounts that corrected the problem.  These mounts have a much thicker rubber bushing that eliminates the thumping and corrects the problem.

Here is a list of the genuine Toyota parts numbers:  48603-33021 and 48609-33011.

For more Toyota Service Bulletins you can logon to http://www.lemonlaws.info/Service-Bulletin.aspx?make=Toyota.

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In Part I we explained how to remove the old brake pad from your Toyota. Now it’s time to replace it with a genuine Toyota brake pad.

Once you have inspected all the old shims and mounting hardware to determine if they need to be replaced with Genuine Toyota Parts, return the support plates to the caliper bracket.  Place wear indicators from the old brake pads on the new brake pads.  Make sure that the arrow on the indicator plate points in the direction that the tire rotates.  Place the shims on the outside of each brake pad and insert the pads into the caliper bracket.

Use the recommended piston caliper tool if needed to turn the caliper piston clockwise while pressing it into the caliper bore.  Place the caliper over the brake pads.  Insert and tighten the caliper mounting bolts.

You will then want to replace the tire and wheel and lower the car to the ground.  Finally, pump the brake pedal a few times in order to seat the pads.

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Replacing your brake pads with genuine Toyota parts is an important part of keeping your Toyota in top shape. Before you get started you’ll need to follow these three easy steps

1. Park on flat ground and put blocks in front of the front tires so your Toyota doesn’t move while you are working on it.
2. Order the Genuine Toyota Parts that you will need for the project.
3. Make sure that you have all of the tools to do the job.

Find the brake master cylinder under the hood.  If it is necessary, remove brake fluid using a turkey baster until the level is less than half full.  Always remember to dispose of the fluids according to your state laws.  Use a quality DOT 4 Brake fluid for the job.

Raise the back end of your car with a car jack and remove the rear wheels and tire assembly.

Use a socket wrench to remove the caliper mounting bolts.  Slide the caliper off the disk rotor and hang it in the wheel well using a small bungee.  DO NOT LET THE CALIPER HANG FROM THE BRAKE HOSE!

Remove the brake pads from the caliper also at this time remove all shims, springs, wear indicators and support plates from the caliper.  Remember to always replace with Toyota Parts.

In part II we’ll cover how to install new brake pads on your Toyota.

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