Toyota Corolla 10th Generation Altis Owners [continued]

[1D4LV]

Uy... Congrats on the new ride. Musta naman so far?

Im tempted to buy a set of 17" TRD rims i saw up for sale.

ok naman dude... no problem so far..... although may onting adjustment ako in driving a vvti..... hehehehehe.... pero ok na ngayon....

will keep it stock muna.....

[vinj]

hi guys, may ma recommend ba kayo shops nag bebenta ng tail lights ng 2012 Altis? Nabasag kasi yun sa left side ng auto ko pag atras ko kahapon Attachment 22800

Get a quote from the CASA and from the Toyota parts shops (Toyorama, Celica, Aerodynamic/NGK, etc.). If you want to go EUDM (Red yung brake lamps), there's a seller on the altisclub.

ok naman dude... no problem so far..... although may onting adjustment ako in driving a vvti..... hehehehehe.... pero ok na ngayon....

will keep it stock muna.....

Stock muna... for the next two to three weeks. :naughty2:

[1D4LV]

Stock muna... for the next two to three weeks. :naughty2:

until i paid for it siguro..... hehehehehe..... 3 years......
pero i like it the way it is..... ang kulang lang is yung reverse sensor.....

[5000rpm]

Does Toyota still sell brand new units of the previous gen Altis? If they still do, how much does a 1.6G matic costs?

Thank you

[trucker111]

Does Toyota still sell brand new units of the previous gen Altis? If they still do, how much does a 1.6G matic costs?

Thank you

same question but 1.6g mt.

[fourstring]

^^ baka interested kayo sa 2nd hand, binebenta ko 10th Gen 1.6G M/T Altis ko with 24K kms odo.

[rhian_1709]

My 2011 Altis 1.6V had a knocking sound in front suspension both left and right when I'm driving on rough road ( at low speed, at approximately 5kph). I always complain to TOYOTA about the problem, they always told me to bring the unit to them (TQA) and I already lost count how many times I bring my unit to them (fixing the same problem). Sometimes the SA record my visit sometimes not but I'm sure they have the record of entry on the guard.

There are times that they replace some parts like shock absorbers (nakita ko pinalitan nila), shock mounting, and some parts (i forgot the name) that are attached or included in the shock assembly. Most of the time they just re-tight and/or lubricate (that's what they said) The last time I visit (3 weeks ago) they told me they replaced the shock assembly but still the knocking sound is there. I also complain about "tok" sound when turning the wheels left and right, they said after lubrication the "tok" sound is eliminated but upon observation it is still there.

I cannot understand why they can't fix it.

Dec. 6, the service manager called me and advised that according to TOYOTA MOTOR PHILIPPINES the problem that occur on my Altis is normal that after a thousands of kilometer this knocking sound will appear (but the knocking sound appear in less than a month from the date of purchase, I bought my unit Dec. 2010). I was so shock and get angry after hearing that statement, I immediately advised the service manager that I want to talk to whoever from TOYOTA MOTOR PHILIPPINES release that statement and prepare a written statement on their claim. We have a meeting on Dec. 14, 2012.

I hope TOYOTA MOTOR PHILIPPINES will act on the problem because this unit is still under warranty.
If they don't act appropriately, they lost one customer!!! I WILL NOT BUY TOYOTA EVER!!

We have encountered the same problem with our 2009 1.6V Altis, less than a month after purchasing the unit, I had noticed that knocking sound like its coming from the front end suspension system, I had talk to my brother who bought that car about the problem with the knocking sound of front end to be check by the Toyota service since the unit is less than a month when we purchase, but the Toyota cant find the problem where it is coming from, until the knocking sound got worse until the warranty period elapsed. Since the unit is no longer covered by warranty, we try to fix the unit by myself. I found the problem was coming from steering system in between the steering wheel and steering rack. One of the bolt is loosing, I only retighten the bolt between the universal joint before steering rack. You may not suspect that the bolt is loosen, when you try to tight it up, it feels like it really fit the spline on the other joint, a small clearance occurs between on it, tighten the bolt as you can it will solve your problem.

[vinj]

We have encountered the same problem with our 2009 1.6V Altis, less than a month after purchasing the unit, I had noticed that knocking sound like its coming from the front end suspension system, I had talk to my brother who bought that car about the problem with the knocking sound of front end to be check by the Toyota service since the unit is less than a month when we purchase, but the Toyota cant find the problem where it is coming from, until the knocking sound got worse until the warranty period elapsed. Since the unit is no longer covered by warranty, we try to fix the unit by myself. I found the problem was coming from steering system in between the steering wheel and steering rack. One of the bolt is loosing, I only retighten the bolt between the universal joint before steering rack. You may not suspect that the bolt is loosen, when you try to tight it up, it feels like it really fit the spline on the other joint, a small clearance occurs between on it, tighten the bolt as you can it will solve your problem.

If i have time during my next service stop, i'll try to look at this and take pics. Thanks for the info.

[cornelius035]

Mga boss. may leak yung front shock absorber ng altis ko. kasama ba to sa warranty? pati totoo bang void warranty mo pag nagpaservice ka sa labas?

Salamat!

[dr. d]

We have encountered the same problem with our 2009 1.6V Altis, less than a month after purchasing the unit, I had noticed that knocking sound like its coming from the front end suspension system, I had talk to my brother who bought that car about the problem with the knocking sound of front end to be check by the Toyota service since the unit is less than a month when we purchase, but the Toyota cant find the problem where it is coming from, until the knocking sound got worse until the warranty period elapsed. Since the unit is no longer covered by warranty, we try to fix the unit by myself. I found the problem was coming from steering system in between the steering wheel and steering rack. One of the bolt is loosing, I only retighten the bolt between the universal joint before steering rack. You may not suspect that the bolt is loosen, when you try to tight it up, it feels like it really fit the spline on the other joint, a small clearance occurs between on it, tighten the bolt as you can it will solve your problem.

i had similar problem with my non-toyota car (a lancer). i had every visible item examined and, if even if only mildly suspicious (because of its age), replaced.. to no avail.. it finally turned out to be the inner rack end.. the one hiding inside the rubber boot of the rack.. aggravated by a leak in the rubber boot.. 'twas an example of the labor being more expensive than the part..

[dr. d]

Mga boss. may leak yung front shock absorber ng altis ko. kasama ba to sa warranty? pati totoo bang void warranty mo pag nagpaservice ka sa labas?

Salamat!

shocks are normally considered wear and tear and are not warrantied.. but i don't think the shock should leak with less than, say, 1000 km on the odometer.. i feel we can argue this..
and yes, your warranty may be challenged should they find out you had your car serviced outside. but then again, this can be on a case-to-case basis, depending on "what's wrong.."..

[hy-n-dry]

Hi Guys, it's good to be back and I will be needing your help as well. I still have this clunking sound on the front end of the car and it's getting worse. I already replaced ball joints, stabilizer link, and the tie rod ends but the noise remains.. I can hear it from both sides. Then nowadays, I can already feel bump steers. For example in edsa,when I go over bumpy portions, the steering wheel veers left. What could be the culprit of this? I've done my research, and my suspects are sway bar bushings and control arm bushings.. Then maybe I might need good alignment. Any ideas??

Btw, I can notice from afar that my altis seems "lowered" on the driver side (maybe because most of the time, I drive alone and all the weight is on my side). How can I get this back to normal height? Replace coil springs?

I had this problem when I got my '10 Altis.. didn't give it a thought assuming that was normal. It was my SA who noticed it around during 15k pms and he took it in for warranty repairs. It was caused by (as I was told) the short shaft in the steering column. Problem gone to this day and no cost to me. Dealer was Toyota ValleVerde.

[hy-n-dry]

Any idea what is on a 3zz-fe (1.6L).. timing belt or chain? When do we change it? TIA

[Majongero]

Does Toyota still sell brand new units of the previous gen Altis? If they still do, how much does a 1.6G matic costs?

Thank you

A friend is considering the 2013 Altis instead of the new one. I'm curious, what's a good reason to get the old over the latest model other than a much cheaper price?

[dr. d]

A friend is considering the 2013 Altis instead of the new one. I'm curious, what's a good reason to get the old over the latest model other than a much cheaper price?

the engine is unchanged. so that's that.
but there's now CVT. i have enjoyable experience with CVT in the past..
i also seem to like the ergonomics of the newer one. it's easier to get in and out.. passenger space and seating is better.. the rear foot room is also better. and i like the new dash!
but that's just me..

[_Cathy_]

Can anyone confirm if this is the oil used for our Gen 10?

[[archie]]

^^ if casa maintain... Alam ko Toyota oil gamit nila.

[_Cathy_]

Mag outside casa na ko. Out of warranty na ko this year.

[vinj]

Can anyone confirm if this is the oil used for our Gen 10?

Yup. The API ratings are okay for either gas or diesel engines and the visco is okay for cold starts and our hot weather as well.

[hops]

Hi guys, san po ba nakalagay aircon filter ng 2008 model? Humina na kasi buga ng aircon namin.