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  1. Join Date
    Dec 2012
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    13
    #1
    1. Is it normal for the eninge temperature at 1/2 level on the temp gauge?

    2.Toyota says use Toyota T IV for the Auto transmission the dipstick says Dextron II ? which is which?

    3. If I am driving on Overdrive mode the the lamp indicator on the instrument panel OD OFF blinks on& off, what is the problem?

    I hope you can help me , new owner of this car.

  2. Join Date
    Jun 2011
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    134
    #2
    The blinking of the O/D light indicates that theres a problem w/ the ECT(Elect. Controlled Trans).Check the trouble code first before anything else.Make it sure that a Toyota certified technician or a qualified engine tech/tuner from a reputable shop will diagnose your car.

  3. Join Date
    Oct 2002
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    #3
    With our 1997 Corona before:
    1. Temp gauge never reached the halfway mark
    2. We also followed the ATF specs on the dipstick before (when we did a full ATF dialysis).
    3. Better to have a diagnostic scan on the AT blinking lamp. Do you feel any problems with the transmission (erratic shifting, strong shift shock, delays in gear engagement)?

Toyota Corona Excior 1997 local ST 191 question