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how to adjust your emergency e-brake - 6G Celicas Forums
EnthusiastJoined Mar 3, '05From Richmond, B.C.CurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica
› Suspension/Handling/Braking
Wheel must be off, rotor should be on -- the hole is in the rotor, not the wheel.
Topic ID: 81098 • Post ID: 9640666
how to adjust your emergency e-brake - 6G Celicas Forums
EnthusiastJoined Mar 3, '05From Richmond, B.C.CurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica
› Suspension/Handling/Braking
Properly this is done with the rotor installed, and held in place with the lug nuts.
There's an access hole in the rotor, which should be lined up with the largest hole on the hub face -- the other ho...
There's an access hole in the rotor, which should be lined up with the largest hole on the hub face -- the other ho...
Topic ID: 81098 • Post ID: 9640664
Dual exhaust on GT-Four - 6G Celicas Forums
EnthusiastJoined Mar 3, '05From Richmond, B.C.CurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica
› Forced Induction
90-degree bends are the equivalent of adding roughly 8 feet of additional piping to your exhaust setup. Dual exhausts gain no flow value when coming off a single bank, and potentially introduce much h...
Topic ID: 81047 • Post ID: 9640116
gas - 6G Celicas Forums
EnthusiastJoined Mar 3, '05From Richmond, B.C.CurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica
› Engine/Transmission/Maintenance
Actually, given what you've posted he might be okay. If the system remained pressurized, it prevents both evaporation and the introduction of air into the system. And if he topped off the tank, there ...
Topic ID: 81025 • Post ID: 9639905
e-brake wont let go - 6G Celicas Forums
EnthusiastJoined Mar 3, '05From Richmond, B.C.CurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica
› Suspension/Handling/Braking
Presuming I understand your question:
If the caliper will not move on the sliding bushings, it's seized. Disassembly can be difficult -- I had to once disassemble mine using a hammer and punch. If the...
If the caliper will not move on the sliding bushings, it's seized. Disassembly can be difficult -- I had to once disassemble mine using a hammer and punch. If the...
Topic ID: 80998 • Post ID: 9590937
e-brake wont let go - 6G Celicas Forums
EnthusiastJoined Mar 3, '05From Richmond, B.C.CurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica
› Suspension/Handling/Braking
If the centrebore is too small, go back to the store you from which you purchased the rotor and slap the parts guy upside the head.
Then explain to him the difference between the fifth-gen Celica prod...
Then explain to him the difference between the fifth-gen Celica prod...
Topic ID: 80998 • Post ID: 9590928
tire wearage - 6G Celicas Forums
EnthusiastJoined Mar 3, '05From Richmond, B.C.CurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica
› Suspension/Handling/Braking
Being lowered does not increase tire wear. However, lowering the car requires an alignment afterward because you've changed the suspension geometry.
Wear on the one side or the other of the tires indi...
Wear on the one side or the other of the tires indi...
Topic ID: 80982 • Post ID: 9590771
Help with cold air filter - 6G Celicas Forums
EnthusiastJoined Mar 3, '05From Richmond, B.C.CurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica
› Engine/Transmission/Maintenance
I think you mean "exits" (as in entry or exit) rather than "exists" (do ghosts exist?"
Topic ID: 80980 • Post ID: 9590760
Help with cold air filter - 6G Celicas Forums
EnthusiastJoined Mar 3, '05From Richmond, B.C.CurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica
› Engine/Transmission/Maintenance
Pictures can help if it's difficult to explain.
Topic ID: 80980 • Post ID: 9590757
I'm at a toss-up for wheels, guys - 6G Celicas Forums
EnthusiastJoined Mar 3, '05From Richmond, B.C.CurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica
› Suspension/Handling/Braking
Pic of car to judge colour would help.
Topic ID: 80976 • Post ID: 9590734
Help Please - 6G Celicas Forums
EnthusiastJoined Mar 3, '05From Richmond, B.C.CurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica
› Interior/Audio/Electrical/Wiring
Door sensor, under the rubber button in the vertical portion of the frame. Disconnect each side (grounded by the bolt, just unbolt it) and see what happens. Likelihood is one side isn't making contact...
Topic ID: 80898 • Post ID: 9590021
How did the Celica get its name? - 6G Celicas Forums
EnthusiastJoined Mar 3, '05From Richmond, B.C.CurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica
› General Discussion
Actually, there are specific reasons -- tracing back to the Toyoda (note the spelling) patron. If you look up early generations of Celicas, they're adorned with a dragon logo. More specifically, a dra...
Topic ID: 80894 • Post ID: 9589979
Rear Brake Pad Replacement - 6G Celicas Forums
EnthusiastJoined Mar 3, '05From Richmond, B.C.CurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica
› Suspension/Handling/Braking
E-brake is on both sides, inside the enlarged rotor hats.
If one side showed significantly less wear, check for whether or not the caliper may be seized on the pins. To be clear, there are two bolts o...
If one side showed significantly less wear, check for whether or not the caliper may be seized on the pins. To be clear, there are two bolts o...
Topic ID: 80856 • Post ID: 9589417
sylvania silverstar bulbs installed before and after pics - 6G Celicas Forums
EnthusiastJoined Mar 3, '05From Richmond, B.C.CurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica
› Exterior Styling
Sylvania Silverstars are ultra-high efficiency bulbs, which produce 50% more light than a standard bulb but have an expected life of 150 hours versus 800 hours.
They are also tinted, which means only ...
They are also tinted, which means only ...
Topic ID: 80853 • Post ID: 9589407
e-brake doesnt work as it should.. - 6G Celicas Forums
EnthusiastJoined Mar 3, '05From Richmond, B.C.CurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica
› Suspension/Handling/Braking
The e-brake must also be properly adjusted at the wheel in order to work properly.
With the wheel off, you should find a rubber plug in the rotor hat. Removing this will give you access to the e-brake...
With the wheel off, you should find a rubber plug in the rotor hat. Removing this will give you access to the e-brake...
Topic ID: 80841 • Post ID: 9589284
Manifold O2 sensor - 6G Celicas Forums
EnthusiastJoined Mar 3, '05From Richmond, B.C.CurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica
› Engine/Transmission/Maintenance
The only real issue with having the O2 sensor where it is pictured on the aftermarket header is that it will only read issues present in the one cylinder. The stock O2 sensor is placed in the lower pi...
Topic ID: 80775 • Post ID: 9588516
HID Xenon light adaptor ?? - 6G Celicas Forums
EnthusiastJoined Mar 3, '05From Richmond, B.C.CurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica
› Interior/Audio/Electrical/Wiring
QUOTE (Neon90424 @ Aug 29, 2011 - 7:20 AM)
ebay hids on non projector headlights SUCK! i pity all those who drive in the lane opposite of mine, for they shall see nothing.
The problem is not whether i...
ebay hids on non projector headlights SUCK! i pity all those who drive in the lane opposite of mine, for they shall see nothing.
The problem is not whether i...
Topic ID: 80704 • Post ID: 9587992
spark plug - 6G Celicas Forums
EnthusiastJoined Mar 3, '05From Richmond, B.C.CurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica
› Engine/Transmission/Maintenance
You already have that answer -- convenience versus cost. Personally, I use the spark plugs the manual calls for, rather than substituting something else entirely.
Topic ID: 80662 • Post ID: 9587524
spark plug - 6G Celicas Forums
EnthusiastJoined Mar 3, '05From Richmond, B.C.CurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica
› Engine/Transmission/Maintenance
Platinum and iridium sparkplugs are preferred for durability, not performance. Being harder, they can be honed to a sharper edge which lasts longer. However, actual performance is no better than stand...
Topic ID: 80662 • Post ID: 9587520
places to buy oem suspension parts - 6G Celicas Forums
EnthusiastJoined Mar 3, '05From Richmond, B.C.CurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica
› Suspension/Handling/Braking
Try 1sttoyotaparts.com, online arm of a dealership out of Washington state which keeps its prices quite low. Shipping to Canada is the same charge as the U.S. for regular deliveries.
An alternative is...
An alternative is...
Topic ID: 80600 • Post ID: 9586523
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