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Newer Toyota Camrys are equipped with a bell that warns you to put on your seat belt before starting the car. Some people find it annoying and wish to turn off the chiming. There are instructions in the owners manual on how to do this. You dont need any special tools to turn off this seat belt warning and it will only take a few moments of your time.

Instructions

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Put the key into the ignition and turn it to the on position, but do not start the engine.

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Look for a tiny knob on the instrument panel and press it to toggle between the odometer reading and the trip odometer reading. Keep pressing the knob until you see "ODO." Turn off the vehicle.

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Turn the ignition on but dont crank the engine. Pull the tiny knob out for 10 seconds. While still holding the knob out, put on your seat belt and keep holding the knob for another 5 seconds then release it. The instrument panel will now read "B off."

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Repeat the above procedure to turn the seat belt warning chime back on.

Toyotas Camry has been the best-selling vehicle in its class for eight years straight and ranks high on U.S. News review lists. When you find the light output from your Camry decreasing it is likely time for you to replace your headlight bulbs. Replacing your bulbs is easy and will increase your nighttime visibility.

Instructions

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Turn your Camry off and switch the light selector to the "Off" position. Allow the vehicle to cool for several minutes if it has been running. Headlight bulbs operate at high temperatures and can easily burn you.

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Open the hood by releasing the interior and exterior safety latches. Lock the hood in the open position.

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Grasp the headlight bulb assembly and turn it counterclockwise to remove it from the socket.

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Remove the bulb from the electrical connector by depressing the tab and pulling it out. There is very little room to maneuver behind the headlight assembly so be caul not to damage the bulb or hurt yourself.

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Insert the new bulb into the connector. Slide it into the headlight assembly and lock in place by twisting the bulb clockwise.

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Test the bulb by turning the light selector to the "On" position. If the bulb fails to illuminate check the electrical connection and then the bulb itself.

According to Edmunds, the Toyota Camry has dominated the mid-size family sedan market since 1983. Recalls were not made until the late nineties, which the manufacturer quickly addressed. Wear that comes with age can be repaired with the right information.

Squealing Brakes

Toyota Camrys manufactured in 1997 have demonstrated brake noise problems. According to Yota Repairs contributing Toyota service manager, this problem was exacerbated by a fire at the Camry brake pad factory in Japan. To repair the problem, owners have to replace the back wheel cylinders and front brake pads, and turn the rotors.

Dysfunctional Ignition Key

Toyota Camrys made from 1988 to 1991 have ignition cylinders that were built at an angle that causes wear to the cylinder after repeated turning. If your car key will no longer turn, the ignition cylinder will have to be replaced.

Engine Start Malfunction

1987 through 1991 Toyota Camrys show partiality to weather conditions. When the weather is wet, these engines sometimes do not start. They function fine in dry weather. To correct this, Yota Repair recommends replacing the distributor cap, spark plug wires and ignition coil.

Removing the spark plug wires from your 2000 Toyota Camry may be necessary to replace defective spark plug wires. The 2.2-liter engine uses four wires connected to the spark plugs on one end and one of two coils on the opposite end. The wires have specific lengths, so getting a direct replacement set of wires for your car from an auto parts store is going to make your life much easier. The wires will fit correctly, making for a smoother installation.

Instructions

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Open the hood of your Camry and locate the negative battery terminal. Loosen the clamp bolt on the negative battery cable end with a wrench and remove it from the battery terminal. Isolate the battery cable from the battery for safety while you work.

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Locate the spark plug wires on the spark plugs. The plugs are on the front of the engine about halfway down the cylinder head.

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Grasp the spark plug wire boot on the spark plug end of the wire and pull it straight off the plug while twisting it side to side to help loosen it from the plug. Follow the wire along its length and locate the boot at the ignition coil.

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Grasp the boot on the coil end of the spark plug wire and pull it out of the coil. If you are installing new wires, now is the time to replace this one. Move to the next wire and repeat the process, continuing one wire at a time until you replace or remove all four wires.

You can disarm the passenger seat belt alarm in your 2005 Toyota Camry right from your home garage, saving yourself a trip to the mechanic. The instructions can be found in your vehicles owners manual. The chime is there to remind you to fasten your safety belt, but most people just find it annoying. Just remember that if you disable it, be sure to fasten your seat belt before driving because its the law in most states.

Instructions

1

Put the key into the ignition and turn it one click, taking care not to start the engine.

2

Push in the tiny knob several times on the instrument cluster to toggle between the trip odometer and the vehicles odometer reading. Eventually it will display "ODO" on the instrument panel. Turn off the vehicle.

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Turn on the ignition and hold the tiny knob for about 10 to 15 seconds. While still holding the knob, put on your safety belt.

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Release the knob and notice that your dashboard says "B off." The chime has been disabled.

The cost of a transmission for any vehicle is high, and the Toyota Camry is no exception. Make sure to survey your options before deciding to replace it. Transmission prices vary greatly from area to area.

Rebuilt Transmission

A rebuilt or remanufactured transmission can be purchased in the range of $1,300 to $1,600 and possibly higher. The price increases steeply with longer warranties; for example, a five-year warranty can add $1,500 to the cost of the transmission.

Used Transmission

A salvaged or used transmission could be a more economical option. The prices vary depending on original car source, age of the transmission and location. However, the price can be lower than the price of a rebuilt transmission -- even as low as $500.

Transmission Repair

The cost of repairing a transmission is high, but the price depends on how much work needs to be done. The cost of an internal problem is high no matter how small the problem; taking apart and reassembling a transmission is expensive. The repair can cost anywhere from $1,800 to $3,600. Before you go that route, request diagnostics to determine more about the damage and ultimate price of the repair.