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Toyota Repair/Expert Profile
Expertise
I have more than 26 years experience as toyota technician, I will be able to answer most questions related to the toyota product line up to the present year models, I specialize in difficult to diagnose problems but when posting a question please keep in mind that some situations require the used of special test equipment and diagnostic procedures especially as the newer models become more technologically advanced, so without actually having the car on hand I may only be able to try to steer you in the right direction and in some cases may have to refer you to the toyota dealer but at least you will know what you may be dealing with. Please don't hesitate to ask any questions, I will have an answer for you in most cases. When posting a question keep in mind that I reside in the US, although I get questions from all over the world I may not have an answer for models that are not sold in the US, I will do a reasonable search to try to match your model to the US model,please refrain from asking about diesel powered vehicles, I have no information for them. In most cases I will not answer questions about major modifications of OEM components, engine swapping or aftermarket products,please post a question not a statement, please provide enough basic information such as year, model, what engine and if anything has already been done to fix the problem, the more information I get the more I can help without having to ask you more questions.
Experience in the area
Toyota technician since 1979,expert in electrical systems,OBD systems,engine repair, driveability problems,EFI systems,ASE certified,Toyota master technician.
Certified Hybrid Vehicle technician.
Education/Credentials
Toyota master technician, ASE certified in eight catagories, Hybrid vehicle certified.
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response T = Timeliness P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | T | P | Comments |
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| stan | 11/01/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thanks you so much Ted for all ..... |
| ajax | 10/30/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thanks much for the reply. I shall ..... |
| Peter | 10/29/09 | 8 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| Mandeep Singh | 10/27/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| Stanley | 10/25/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thanks...that's what I was thinking too ..... |
Recent Answers from Ted Ritter
2009-11-06 88 3.0 oil pan removal & oil pump:
The oil pump can be accessed by removing the timing cover, there is no easy way to remove the oil pan, I used to have a 1990 4 runner and had to replace the rod and main bearings and opted to remove the
2009-11-05 Fuel filter?:
The fuel filter is located inside the fuel tank and is not serviceable, it does not require replacement, I recommend having the fuel pressure tested, it may also be an electrical issue, has anything been
2009-11-04 loss of power and hesitation on acceleration.:
I assume the check engine light is not on or comes on and goes off, is this correct? Since most failures of input sensors would trigger a check engine light it would make sense that the light came on.
2009-10-30 '02 Tundra repair/diagnose:
This code is usually caused by a failing lock-up torque converter not the solenoid, the disintegrating torque converter starts to deposit metal particles into the transmission fluid causing the solenoid
2009-10-28 1987 Toyota Forerunner:
Try to get the trouble code that's causing the check engine light. Locate the diagnostic check connector under the hood, open the cover and find the terminals TE1+ E1, put a jumper wire between them and
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