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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Toyota Solara AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported Toyota Solara cars and light trucks from 1990+

A/C Data -> Imported Passenger Cars, Light Trucks & Vans -> Toyota -> 1992-2002 -> 2003-04
Vehicle: 1999 Toyota Solara 2.2 L4 GAS

1992-2002

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Toyota Solara AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported Toyota Solara cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Toyota -> Rear Disc & Parking Brakes -> Tightening Specifications
Vehicle: 2003 Toyota Solara 3.0 V6 GAS

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Toyota Solara AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Toyota Solara cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.

Toyota -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> 1986-06 Models -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 2000 Toyota Solara 3.0 V6 GAS

Normal Service

Service as r...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Toyota Solara AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Toyota Solara cars and light trucks from 1990+.

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2003 Toyota Solara 2.4 L4 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove wheel and tire assembly.
  • Drain transmission fluid.
  • Unstake driveshaft hub nut.
  • With an assistant applying brakes, remove driveshaft hub nut.
  • Remove nut and disconnect stabilizer link from shock absorber assembly.
  • On models with ABS, proceed as follows:
    • Remove sensor wire clamp.
    • Remove bolt and disconnect sensor wire from shock absorber assembly.
    • Remove bolt and disconnect ABS speed sensor from steering knuckle.
  • On all models, remove cotter pin and nut from outer tie rod end.
  • Disconnect tie rod assembly from steering knuckle using a suitable pry tool...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR Toyota Solara AUTOMOBILES

Description, component locations, reset procedures, relearn procedures, diagnosis and testing, wiring diagrams, component replacement, and identification of vehicles equipped and not equipped with tire pressure monitoring system for most domestic and imported Toyota Solara cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.

Description
Vehicle: 2007 Toyota Solara SLE 2.4 L4 GAS

A tire pressure sensor and transmitter assembly is installed in each tire and wheel assembly. The sensor measures the tire pressure. The measured tire pressure and transmitter identification are transmitted as radio waves to the TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitor System) warning antenna and receiver on the body. From the receiver the signal is sent to the TPMS ECU (Electronic Control Uni...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Toyota Solara AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Toyota Solara cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Alternator, Replace -> Less Air Conditioning -> With Air Conditioning
Vehicle: 2000 Toyota Solara 2.2 L4 GAS

With Air Conditioning

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Disconnect wire routing clamps and wiring connectors from alternator.
  • Loosen adjuster lock bolt, pivot bolt and adjusting bolt, then remove drive belt.
  • Remove adjuster lock bolt, pivot bolt and adjusting bolt, then alternator.
  • Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
    • Torque pivot bolt to 38 ft. lbs.
    • Torque adjus...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Toyota Solara AUTOMOBILES

Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Toyota Solara cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. as equipped to the current model year.

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Toyota -> 2002-06 Camry, 2002-08 Camry Solara & 2005-06 Sienna
Vehicle: 2005 Toyota Solara SE 2.4 L4 GAS

On 2002-03 models, under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be replaced every 15,000 miles. In dusty areas change the cabin air filter every 10,000 miles.

On 2004-08 models, the cabin air filter should be cleaned every 18 months or 15,000 miles and replaced every 36 months or 30,000 miles. The filter should be replaced more often if air flow is less than normal.

  • Open the glove compartment door.
  • Remove the screw retaining the damper rod to the righthand side of the glove compartment door, then detach the damper rod.
  • Push inwar...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR Toyota Solara AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Toyota Solara cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Toyota -> Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) ->
Vehicle: 2002 Toyota Solara 3.0 V6 GAS

On some models equipped with OBD II, the MIL will also illuminate if the fuel tank filler cap is not properly tightened. Tighten fuel tank filler cap until it clicks.

The MIL should light when the ignition switch is placed in the On position without starting the engine. When the engine is started, the lamp should go out. If it remains lit, a fault has been detected by the diagnostic system and has logged a diagnostic trouble code. If the fault does not occur again within three trips, the lamp will go out but a diagnostic tro...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Toyota Solara AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Toyota Solara cars and light trucks from 1990+

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 2001 Toyota Solara 3.0 V6 GAS

Lower

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container by loosening drain plug of radiator.
  • Reposition hose clamp at radiator outlet.
  • Remove hose from radiator.
  • Reposition hose clamp at water inlet.
  • Remove hose from water inlet.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure t...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Toyota Solara AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Toyota Solara cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 Toyota Solara SE 2.4 L4 GAS

  • Rotate or lift the belt tensioner arm, using a suitable tool to relieve tension from dr...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR Toyota Solara AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most Toyota Solara cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Front Power Seat Control System Diagram for 2005 Toyota Solara SE 2.4 L4 GASFront Power Seat Control System Diagram for 2005 Toyota Solara SE 2.4 L4 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Reclining Motor
  • Lumbar Support Motor
  • Vertical Motor
  • Engine Room R/B
  • ALT H-Fuse
  • Engine Immobilizer System Diagram for 2005 Toyota Solara SE 2.4 L4 GASEngine Immobilizer System Diagram for 2005 Toyota Solara SE 2.4 L4 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • ECM
  • Junction Block
  • Transponder Key Amplifier
  • Transponder Key Coil
  • ECU-B Fuse
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Toyota Solara AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most Toyota Solara cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2006 Toyota Solara SE 3.3 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2006 Toyota Solara SE 3.3 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Battery
  • Ignition Switch
  • Clock
  • Air Conditioning Ambient Temperature Sensor
  • Steering Wheel Switches
  • 2006 Toyota Solara SE 3.3 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2006 Toyota Solara SE 3.3 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Battery
  • Ignition Switch
  • Left Front Door Speaker
  • Left Rear Speaker
  • Left Tweeter
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Toyota Solara AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most Toyota Solara cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: MIL ON, DTC P0456
    Vehicle: 2007 Toyota Solara Sport 3.3 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Emission Controls, Vacuum Hoses
  • Document: WATER LEAK AT HEADLINER OR FLOOR AREA - REVISED
    Vehicle: 2004 Toyota Solara 2.4 L4 GAS

    Symptoms:
  • Leaks
  • Auto Systems:
  • Glass, Doors, Hood, Decklid, Tailgate, Liftgate, Locks
  • Finishes, Body Structure, Frame, Bumpers
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Toyota Solara AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most Toyota Solara cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most Toyota Solara cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most Toyota Solara cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most Toyota Solara cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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