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I have more than 28 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 am located in the US but welcome questions from other regions of the world. When asking a question please provide specific information: year,model, engine,transmission information. Provide as much information as possible including a brief repair history if possible. I have been a volunteer here for almost ten years an have answered over 16,000 questions helping Toyota owners with their problems without any compensation, some of my answers are published on many other websites via google and other search engines. AllExperts recently added a new feature which allows questioners to donate to experts on the site, any amount of donation is very much appreciated, to make a donation just click on the DONATE button.

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. Toyota technical training: Engine Automatic transmission Manual transmission Drivetrain Electrical systems Brakes and chassis Air conditioning Engine performance and diagnostics Hybrid systems


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Recent Answers from Ted Ritter

2012-02-09 check engine light:

If their diagnostic tool is not able to communicate they diagnostic connector may be damaged, check the terminals in the connector and the wires exiting the connector, other than that if the wiring is

2012-02-09 Idling problems - 1996 Hiace:

The idle is not adjustable and is monitored by the computer and adjusted as needed. Try cleaning the inside of the throttle body using a can of spray decarbonizer/carb cleaner and a brush, remove all the

2012-02-09 96 Toyota T100:

Hello, I agree that replacing the knock sensor was not the problem, it's the effect not the cause, the engine miss caused the knock sensor signal. Do you have the misfire code numbers, if not have the

2012-02-09 05 avalon mpg:

Mileage depends on a lot of conditions and can vary due to these conditions.  Tire pressures (too low or oversize tires)  engine performance (may need tune up)  Worn timing belt (retarded timing)  check

2012-02-08 check engine light:

Hello, is there an autozone or similar autoparts store in your area? Autozone, pep boys, O'reilly they usually get the codes for you at no charge, maybe the other scan tools were not compatible with your

 

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