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Toyota MR2 MK2 Turbo - engine wont start
submitted by Drey on 13/10/2010
91 mr2 turbo. took the sold air intake to clean it out, put it back not the car wont start. the engine turns over, fuel pump is working, spark plugs wont fire i checked. car drove straight until now. have a ground wire running to the trunk but dono where it goes. Ive herd it might be timing belt....any other suggestions?
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submitted by chunks on 20/01/2011 15:57:49
You may have knocked a sensor wire off when you removed the air intake. Are there any loose wires?....
Toyota MR2 MK1 N/A - Engine surge on tickover
submitted by Kevin Barry Warters on 04/10/2010
The engine has just started to surge on tickover when engine hot also slightly overheating are the two tied in together >>?? any feedback appreciated
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submitted by Chunky on 14/01/2011
Sounds like water pump or thermostat....
Toyota MR2 MK1 N/A - Waxstat valve
submitted by Mark Edmonds on 14/09/2010
Car is surging on tickover, apparently it is a faulty waxstat valve. Any ideas where it is? Cheers
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - Loss of power when accelerating..
submitted by John Schaeffer on 21/08/2010
Hi guys, my 1993 G Ltd automatic has just started to develop this problem during normal running. When depressing accelerator pedal she picks up...but will then frequently 'miss' and motor loses power for 2-3 seconds before picking up again. Yet she runs smooth and sweetly when idling. This has proved dangerous when overtaking other vehicles, as she is prone to 'die' during overtaking manoeuvre. Injectors? Electrical?
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submitted by Chunks on 27/08/2010
Could be a number of things:
1) Fuel blockage (have you changed your fuel filter recently)?
2) It could be dirty injectors, but i'd check yo....
Toyota MR2 Other - Too Much Power!!
submitted by David Mayfield on 31/07/2010
I have a 1.o litre toyota aygo and ever since ive put a k&n air filter on my car i cant handle it. I keep spinning out every corner and nearly did a 180 degree turn the other day, It was intense! Anyone got any ideas on how to control this power difference? Regards Big gay dave. Ps. add me on facebook Dave Mayfield and my friend Phil Harrison! :P
Toyota MR2 MK1 N/A - where do the water pipes connect of tvis
submitted by arif on 04/07/2010
i changed my head gasket on my mk1 mr2 and after putting it back together i cant locate where the 2 water pipes connect of tvis one connection is visible however the second pipe that comes of tvis the longer pipe i cant find connection my my mr2 mk1 d reg so if anyone can please let me know someone else started the head gasket and then let me down so i had to finish so i dont where second pipe goes
Toyota MR2 MK1 N/A - mk1 overheating
submitted by Sean W on 29/04/2010
no leak, that i can find, seems no damage to head gasket that i can find, heres the story car was fine, other then the damage i knew about that needed fixing, ran mint, no leaks no burning nothing it was really hot out one day, decided, hey, il check my a/c see if it works, nope, didnt work, now my car overheats, easily, doesnt seem like coolant is flowing, if i drive really hard i can get heat to come through the heater core to provide heat to me, but if i drive really slow and low rpm, car doesnt seem to cool itself, it seems like coolant flows from time to time, and i have seen the cooling fan running, but obviously my car is not cooling, im just hoping someone out there has delt with this problem, or similar one i had the thermostat replaced in sept for winter bcuz it was sticking open before, im wondering if maybe it is toast again
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submitted by Chunks on 21/06/2010
Its more than likely toast again as you say, if its overheated then its probably faulty again because of the overheat. It sounds like the water pump i....
Toyota MR2 Other - Engine Noise
submitted by Nancy Herrmann on 07/01/2010
I have a 2002 MR2 (don't have any idea what MK1 or MK2 means) that is making a "ticking" noise at certains points of acceleration. They recently found metal filings during an oil change. I have heard that it could be anything from using a higher octane gas to complete engine rebuild. Can anyone give me a better idea of what to expect financially?
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submitted by chunky on 26/02/2010
If you are getting metal filings in the oil then this is bad. You should only have oil in your oil.
If you use for example a lower octane gas on ....
Toyota MR2 MK2 Turbo - car left over night in snow/rain and now wont start :(
submitted by mark on 03/01/2010
left car overnight on drive, woke up in morning after a bit of snow and sleet etc, not much and a frost and now wont start. changed plugs still no fire drove it all day before not a problem with it. mk2 gts turbo help appreciated
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submitted by cnris judd on 13/01/2010
hi i have the exact problem, if you get any answers please contact, vise versa regards chris....
Toyota MR2 MK3 - Engine Overheating, Revving Funny at idle (jittering), Coolant constantly needs filling, No heat from heater!!
submitted by Matthew on 25/11/2009
Hi, I have a 2004 MR2 MK III, have had it for 5 months. over the weekend the engine started overheating after 10/15 mins of driving. I have topped up the coolant and had to do this about 3 times since! The engine overheats guaranteed after 10/15 mins of driving, the engine "jitters" when idle, particularly when driven for a few minutes and then stopping at lights. The heaters will not blow out any warm air, infact its almost like its airconditioning (which I dont have). Any help would be really appreciated. I cant see any puddles or anything so cant see where it would be leaking. I am not really that into car mechanics so any direction of where to look and what to look for would be really helpful. Cant afford to take it to a garage at the minute, but would be useful to know whats wrong! Thank you
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submitted by Chunky on 09/12/2009
I wouldn't drive the car without getting it sorted else you could do a lot of damage to the engine and that will cost a lot to repair.
It sounds ....
Toyota MR2 MK2 Turbo - mr2 mk2 - turbo
submitted by kris on 08/11/2009
does anybody know if the 3-sgte engine suffers from condensation in the oil? as i checked my oil yesterday and there seems to be some coffee colour sludge in the oil cap not a lot, the car only does short journeys and it doesnt seem to have lost any water and its not over heating and the heaters in the car are warm.
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submitted by chunky on 09/12/2009
It can do, i used to get it every now and again with mine but keep an eye on it. If you get it when you've used the car on a long journey then there c....
Toyota MR2 MK2 Turbo - Possable headgasket fault
submitted by kris on 08/11/2009
does anybody know if the 3-sgte engine suffers from condensation in the oil? as i checked my oil yesterday and there seems to be some coffee colour sludge in the oil cap not a lot, the car only does short journeys and it doesnt seem to have lost any water and its not over heating and the heaters in the car are warm.
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submitted by Chunky on 26/02/2010
If it sits around and does short journeys then you may get small white deposits, i used to in mine. If you still get it in the middle of summer when i....
Toyota MR2 MK2 Turbo - turbo no boost
submitted by russ on 27/10/2009
hi please can any one help i have an mr2 turbo import 1992 the problem is i have got no boost at all the engine runs fine starts fine but just like a 2.0 car there is no black smoke coming out from the exhaust the turbo seems fine the shaft and the blades seem fine on the intake turbo side and on the exhaust side has any one any idea what the problem could be thanks
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submitted by Chunky on 09/12/2009
Try to find out if the ecu is giving out any errors, see:
Toyota MR2 MK1 N/A - car wont start
submitted by ricardo on 22/10/2009
will my 86 mr2 head gasket blew and i replaced it and every thing is set right and its set with the tdc and gas is going threw i think but it just wont start i need help
Toyota MR2 MK2 Turbo - cutting out
submitted by martin on 19/10/2009
my car will not idle it keeps cutting out,i never had this problem until i removed the dump valve and cleaned it out,i did not disturb anything on the engine.i would be very very grateful if anyone could help and suggest a few things it could be,thanks.
Toyota MR2 Other - 86 mr2 black smoke
submitted by bernard on 03/10/2009
a frien gave m3 3 mr2's the 86 im working on ran great but after 30 min it would start to smoke the longer it ran the wore it smoked. So i tore it down and put new rings rods and mains. put it back together and it did the same thing. so at that point i was thinking it was a bad head. so i replaced the head. now its doing the same thing again. anyone have a clue whats wrong?
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - shuts down when running and cant start again for a while
submitted by james on 21/09/2009
it starts up first time and runs fine for a while then the revs gradually go down and it stalls . after that you have to leave it a while before starting it . any help would be appreciated
Toyota MR2 MK2 Turbo - trys to cut out when accelerating warning light comes on
submitted by matt on 21/08/2009
when accelerating hard it trys to cut out and the engine warning light comes on for 30 seconds or so. can any body help?. cheers matt
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submitted by MR.2 on 25/09/2009
Matt i have the same problem. i installed a fcd fuel cut defense system and it fixed it but when i put on a boost controller and turned it up it went ....
Toyota MR2 MK1 N/A - MR2 mk1 1985 idle problem
submitted by justin ciubal on 25/07/2009
car idles too high and bounces from 1500rpm to 800rpm.. head gasket not blown due to no milky residue in oil cap and dip stick.. tried messing with the idle screw on the throttle body, but nothing happened.. any suggestions? please and thank you!
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submitted by Philippe on 16/09/2009
Hi, I have/had the same problem on my 85. Things are better now and Im happy when the engine idles @ 1000-1100 RPM (lower than that = roughness and s....
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - 1991 Toyota MR2 / Car spits & sputters then engine stalls
submitted by Larry on 18/07/2009
I have a 1991 Toyota MR2, 4 Cylinder/2.2 Liter Non-Turbo, Manual Transmission. The problem originated when the check engine light came on. The symptoms I get are that the car is increasingly harder to start the first time in the morning or after setting for a period of time. Additionally, the car has begun to spit and sputter when driving and losses power then gains it then losses it again like it�s starving of air or fuel. The car usually idles around 800 RPM but I noticed it�s idling around 1,000 RPM and has gotten progressively worse and is now idling at 2,100 RPM and everywhere in between. Last night while it was spitting and sputtering the engine actually shut down and I�ve noticed massive heat emanating from it even though the heat gauge reads normal. The engine would not restart until it had sat for a period of time to cool off. Even after I go it restarted I can only drive it a few miles until it spits and stutters then shuts down again. I've replaced the O2 sensor, fuel filter, oil filter and have performed a tune up with new plugs, plug wires, and cap and rotor. I�ve cleaned the air intake and throttle body, as well as, replaced the throttle position sensor with no noticeable changes. The check engine light remains and the car is still running poorly. I�m out of ideas can anyone help me with this?
Toyota MR2 MK1 N/A - JUST BOUGHT 1987 MK1 NO COMPRESSION ON 2 AND 3 PISTONS (PLEASE HELP!)
submitted by Jason Sheppard on 05/07/2009
Just bought 1987 mk1 which ran fine when I bought it, when I got it home I realised it had a loss in power and kept stalling and cutting out when it had warmed up when idling. I replaced the spark plugs and all sparked fine, then did a compression test and discovered only pistons 2 and 3 were creating compression. Could this be a result of the headgasket? 1 and 4 are fine. Also the clutch was bitting very low down and in 2hours of driving the clutch has been quickly lost and even with the clutch to the floor there is nothing. Is this from the engine problem? Many thanks to all that can help.
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - help any info please
submitted by paul on 23/06/2009
hi there i have had my mr2 mk2 for around 5 weeks . it has had a slight cammy noise but gone quiet when the engine got hot
it runs well . auto 3g se engine . today i had oil and filter change . on the way home about 2 miles the car just died as i was going 15mph over speed bump . it has never done this before and i have done over 300 miles since owned the car .and now i cant get it started . has anyone had this problem . any ideas please ..thanks for any info.
Toyota MR2 Other - Toyota MR2 1992 automatic T-bar,stalls randomly
submitted by Angelo on 09/06/2009
Starts and runs fine,than suddenly stalls and rev counter jumps up and down while driving. Sometimes stalls then starts running itself while driving.if you know how to sort my problem please contact me at firstname.lastname@example.com
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submitted by dario on 15/10/2010
i read up on problem of the automatic car and found out that it could be the throttle bodies that needed to be cleaned, i took one of my mechanic fri....
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - noisey ? something ? engine
submitted by paul on 01/06/2009
hi there i just bought a mr2 mk2 1990 ltd . the car runs great everything works well . but from when it is started up it sounds like ball bearings being being spinned round in a tin can . i dont know what is causing this it is the same all the time i drive and stand still . yet it dont over heat and certainly no loss of power .it is not knocking just a droning sound all the time . has anyone got any ideas as to what could be causing this . thanks any info would be helpfull.
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submitted by paul on 05/07/2009
just to let you know the cam belt has snapped . as the water pump was leaking and it was the tensioner that was making the noise . so done it all had ....
Toyota MR2 MK2 Turbo - turbo not working
submitted by peter russell on 12/05/2009
can anyone help me i have got an mr2 turbo on a j reg import the car starts fine engine sounds fine its just there is no boost when driving at all the boost gauge is reading nothing and pointing down and the car just drives like a non turbo thanks pete.
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submitted by Josh on 10/06/2009
Id say the turbo has blown mate, ive blown 2 CT26 ceramic turbos same symptoms, you will get 0 boost otherwise check for boost leaks in your piping, c....
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - HEAD GASKET
submitted by david H on 05/03/2009
Loss of water no apparent leaks, fair amount of condensation from exhust even when hot. How easy to replace gasket in situ.
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - Ignition failure / smoke on ignition
submitted by Matt on 06/02/2009
Recently bought an M-reg (1995) MR2 GT T-bar and everything has been fine until today. Upon starting the car after work (cold engine) it failed to start. I persisted and the car started after the 4th attempt - but there was smoke from the exhaust which was grey / black in appearance. I allowed the car to sit for a few minutes upon pulling off and driving home, everything seemed normal. I'll try again in the morning - but any suggestions greatly appreciated.
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - Engine sometimes knocks /bucking when moving slowly e.t.c
submitted by Jordan on 26/01/2009
I noticed about a year ago that my car lost some power and started to make noise(chattering) under load going up hill.I thought it could be an ignition prob or something more serious like a bearing or componant in the valve gear.about 6months after i noticed some knocking after starting for about 1min.the car seems to buck under exeleration and also in slow moving traffic.the latest thing thats happening is that the revs have started to drop sometimes when stopped.it sounds like its going to die completely but doesn't.any ideas please;0(
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submitted by micah on 21/11/2009
hey, Did you ever find a cure for this problem? I have the same situation and am wondering what it will take. I have a hunch it might have to do ....
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submitted by luke on 07/09/2009
i had the same problem and yesterday the car puffed a big blue cloud of smoke and now it knocks like mad! it could either be one of 4 things i think e....
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - can some one help
submitted by ryan on 26/01/2009
the cams in my mr2 are very noisey im finking about buying a new head but was wondering if theres a certion way it has to go back to gether when bolting the replacment head on p.s it is a jap inport 2litre 16v
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - washed car now wont start
submitted by andy on 23/01/2009
washed car and then i found it wouldnt start battery and starter moter all in working order, it just wont seem to kick in when ignision is turned
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submitted by Declan on 19/02/2009
Toyota MR2 MK1 N/A - Overheating
submitted by Travis on 05/01/2009
New cap, waterpump, and thermostat. I can flow water through the entire system with a hose. Fans operate normally. Radiator and metal tubes running foward and aft all stay cool. No combustion gases present in cooling system. Any ideas?
Toyota MR2 MK2 Turbo - which oil to use?
submitted by matthew on 31/12/2008
im been told 10w40 for my 94turbo mr2 but just want to clarify?jap import no manuals??
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submitted by Chunks on 08/01/2009
Service Schedule for a 3S-GTE engine is:
Engine Oil Change every 5000miles (8000km) or 6 months
Oil Filter Change every 10000miles (16000km)....
Toyota MR2 MK2 Turbo - wont start after its rained
submitted by andrew nicholls on 24/12/2008
if i do not put covers over my grills and she rains or snow and i have not started my car in 10 hrs she wont start ive bumbed it of but when i get her going she sudders, back fires and a lack of power. i sometime have to turn her over 3 0r 4 time on the hr then sometimes she starts the last time would not stert we got out new plug cleaned put a bit of easy start in then she started took a bit tho at mo i start her every 8 hrs and shes fine please please help my baby
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submitted by declan on 19/02/2009
change plug leads cracks are so fine on the leads u won,t see them had same problem.also check they are fully pushed down on plugsand sealed....
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submitted by Chunks on 03/01/2009
Has it been services recently?
Sounds like plugs or plug leads to me.....
Toyota MR2 MK3 - Engine Noises
submitted by Andy Coventry on 19/12/2008
Hi A number of problems. 1) When warm there is a high pitched resonating sound from the engine bay, probably one of the heatshields. The is no sound on accelaration only on the over-run and when at idle. I have had a quick look and they are all fitted tightly - any ideas?... 2) Everytime I start the engine from cold there is a squeek from the engine bay, which increases in frequency with the revs. It disapears after about 20 mins when warm - I think it coming from around the alternator and is probably just a belt which may be too tight... could it be anything else?.. Any assistance greatly recieved.
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submitted by Andy Coventry on 23/01/2009
Everything seems fine, but about a month ago it hesitated to start and took a while to get it going again, but it has never happened since. The noi....
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submitted by Chunks on 03/01/2009
1) Could be bearings on alternator, or anything within that belt system.
2) Sounds like belt too tight or loose (could also be bearings in one of....
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - engine not running right
submitted by don on 18/11/2008
mkII mr2, 1990, had high emissions, mechanic has got that down but engine will not ruun over 3500 revs, lambdor sensor has been changed, also air flow sensor, new fuel filter, everything else has been checked but still cant get to the bottom of it, considered replacing the engine, is it a time consuming job? i.e million hours of expensive laboour?
Toyota MR2 MK2 Turbo - Gen3 3SGTE -smoking from the breathers?
submitted by Lucky09 on 19/10/2008
I have a 91 mr2 with a gen3 3sgte, there seems to be a considerable amount of smoke (gas smelling)and oil build up on the breathers and around them...a little squirting of oil from the breathers when under boost as well. I was wondering if the breather seals need to be changed? Can anyone please help me? Tks
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - Random loss of mid range power
submitted by Ben Jones on 03/10/2008
I have an mr2 rev1 t-bar (2ltr). I had the down pipe and flexi replaced not so long ago and ever since there has been a problem with the mid range power.Some days the car will be fine.It seems to start about 2 miles down the road.When im just idling along it will just loose power when i put my foot downthere will be a delay then it will suddenly kick back in again.I think the lambda sensor may have been damaged but replacing it will cost me �300 so i dont want to diagnose the problem wrong.any suggestions and if you think it could be the lambda sensor where can i get a replacement sensor for less than �300?
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - mr2 gt rev1 uk spec 1991
submitted by gary on 25/08/2008
car failed on co emissions test the car was servied new plugs filter and so on it doesnt have a cat and garage said it doesnt have a lambda sensor i dunno if this is right what else could cause this ? the test was over 8 and should be well under 3 thx in advance
Toyota MR2 MK1 N/A - car wont start
submitted by caroline on 22/08/2008
was just going to work when nothing it wont turn over nothing its dead i tried jumping it but nothing i dont know what to do
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - oil dipstick
submitted by t.mulloy on 20/08/2008
i have recently bought an mr2 20ltr sports gt, i have just finished an oil change and for the life in me i cant find where to put the dipstick, can you help?
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submitted by James on 06/11/2008
Found mine near the exhaust downpipe, drivers side (right in the uk), just under the alley shield (ie just out of view) its a sod to get back in as we....
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - where is the dipstick on a mr2 mk2 2.0
submitted by CHRISTOPHER ROBERTS on 10/08/2008
i have just bought a mr2 gti and when i went to check the oil i could not find the dipstick anywhere
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submitted by MR GUN on 04/01/2009
approach car from left side. reach down to the side/rear of the exhaust manifold and bobs your auntie!!....
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - Engine Change
submitted by Sean on 07/08/2008
I have a 3SGE engine with a slipping clutch and I got the of a low miles 3SFE engine, how easy to swap the two? Thank you,
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - SUPERCHARGER! CAN THIS BE DONE!! HELP!!
submitted by Brad on 31/07/2008
hi guys i have a 91' mk2 non turbo, i love the car but really want a large power boost. i have done the basic's and sitting around the 200hp mark. i have a bad history of turbo cars and cant really afford to buy 1 anyway! the car is so clean i cant sell it! is it possible to fit a supercharger to the mk2?
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submitted by Richard on 07/08/2008
you can but for the same amount of money you could fit a 3sgte Ive seen a 3sfe supercharged, he used a bmw mini supercharger and had all other part....
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - 91 mk2 non turbo help!
submitted by brad on 31/07/2008
hi guys i have a 91' mk2 non turbo, i love the car but really want a large power boost. i have done the basic's and sitting around the 200hp mark. i have a bad history of turbo cars and cant really afford to buy 1 anyway! the car is so clean i cant sell it! is it possible to fit a supercharger to the mk2?
Toyota MR2 Other - engine
submitted by lue vue on 21/07/2008
need to know the correct setting for the timing belt and pulley... and sparket.. 1988 mr2
Toyota MR2 MK1 N/A - Missing at Speed
submitted by Rich on 08/07/2008
1987 non turbo, 100k miles. Runs excellant until I'm crusing on expressway at 70mph or more then develops a random miss - if I slow down it goes away and under heavy acceleration I don't get it.
Toyota MR2 Other - knocking between 2000 and 3000 revs can anyone help?
submitted by stephen porter on 08/07/2008
hi, i recently just bought the 2000 model toyota MR2 roadster its started to make a knocking nose when i hit 2000 to 3000 revs in all gears! the cam chain seems a bit slack woundered if that would be anything to do with it?? can anyone help???
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submitted by steven on 15/08/2008
hi mate i had the same prob,and it was my clutch,got it changed and it was fine,hope this help you ....
Toyota MR2 Other - 1991 MR2 Runs good then get sluggish and seem not to be shifting to 3rd gear.
submitted by Wally on 04/07/2008
I have an automatic 1991 MR2 and after running it for a while it starts running sluggish and seems like it will not shift to 3rd or 4th gear. It makes some kind of smell form the engine. But when I shut off the engine for a little while it seems to be OK. Can anyone enlighten me to what my problem might be? Thank You,
Toyota MR2 MK1 N/A - missing and clicking sound
submitted by deepak on 02/07/2008
Hi, i have an 88 MR2 with a 4AGE. The motor has just recently started missing during idle and under low load (today it's missing a lot at idle). When it does miss it's accompanied by a clicking sound, almost like something is shorting. but i cant see anything that would short. It's got new leads, plugs, distr, rotor. Any suggestions? Cheers, Deepak.
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - engine
submitted by c anscombe on 21/06/2008
after 10 minutes of driving, engine starting knocking. When changing gear engine stopped. Difficult to restart, still making noise. Parked and engine stopped with cold water coming out of overflow. Engine smoking. When engine starts it's knocking.
Toyota MR2 MK1 N/A - won't start
submitted by Aaron on 17/06/2008
ok the other day i went to start my MR2 and it cranked over but the battery went dead. i charged it and went to start it but all i got was a click. all my gauges work. please help
Toyota MR2 MK3 - oil usage
submitted by dean on 17/06/2008
car uses appox 1 litre of oil every 1000 mls,no leaks and no smoking. is this normal.please advise. mr2 roadster 2000 reg.
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submitted by Chris on 10/07/2008
Thats about what mine uses, it even says in the handbook that that is about normal, I was concerned too, but apparently its right.....
Toyota MR2 MK2 Turbo - Mr2 turbo wont start, wont even turn over!!
submitted by Darren on 14/06/2008
i have an 1992 mk2 mr2 turbo and after running it for a while i go to start it and it wont even turn over.when the ignition is on i can hear the fuel pump whirring but when i go to start the engine i just get a 'click' from what i presume is the started motor (passenger side of engine bay near gear box)its not the battery and ive just done a full service including coil pack. can any1 enlighten me to what my problem might be?many thanks
Toyota MR2 MK1 N/A - 1987 MR2 overheating
submitted by RW Reffner on 03/06/2008
Have read other info on this subject i.e. proper bleeding - I have a different question. When my MR2 overheats it appears that I have lost coolant - but I can't find any leaks - I don't see anything in the oil so I don't believe I have a blown head gasket. Any Ideas where it might be going?
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - Sluggish Running 1990 Mr2 G Ltd - Help!!!!!!!!
submitted by Aidi Todd on 31/05/2008
I have a 1990 Mr2 G Ltd Automatic 2 litre import, the car in first is like a bullet but then as it drops into second all power goes and it runs really sluggish as though there is nothing there, it will cruise about 30-35 but there is just no power there at all. Also what is the P/S light that has appeared on my dashboard, thanks
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - Rough Idle and intermittant cut-out
submitted by Tom Stephens on 17/05/2008
Hi. I have a 1991 imported Mk2 (normally aspirated). Recently, it has started to idle very rough at all temperatures and it has now started cutting out when i approach traffic lights etc. It starts again straight away and I am not losing power. I know its not the valve timing or plugs. Another (maybe unconnected) thing is that the emmissions are very high. Please help! Thanks
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - doing my own servicing
submitted by blakey on 15/05/2008
could somebody tell me if the brake fluid (dot 3)is the same as the power steering fluid? and where is the best place to buy denso plugs for my rev 3 n/a 2.0l how difficult is the oil filter to change without a pit or jack lifts??
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - NOISEY TAPPETS
submitted by chink on 09/05/2008
hi,ive got a 1990 mr2 mk2 jap import.a few weeks ago the tappets started to get abit noisey or so i think.i changed the oil a few days ago with a flush aswell and made a small amount of difference,could it be the tappets or is it a bigger problem and how easy is it to sort out.the noise is coming from around the cams and not the bottom end.please help.thanks
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - Fast idle
submitted by john herrley on 23/04/2008
My 91 MR2 was running good cold then when it warmed up it started hunting. I found that it was my air control valve. But now it idles to fast. if I stick my finger on the port just inside the throttle body it slows down I tried the idle screw but it only dropped about 100 rpm fully closed, What could it be????
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - odd idle...
submitted by joseph on 22/04/2008
got a 91 with a 5sfe... problem is that when it warms up the idle bounces from about 750 to 1000 rpms...then drops like its about to shut off...when driving it runs fine.. cant figure it out...anybody have this problem..
Toyota MR2 Other - Using a lot of oil
submitted by paul on 14/04/2008
My mr2 roadster its using a lot of oil but its not smoking and the oil light does not come on when oil is low. Thanks
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - no power
submitted by R MCLARDY on 09/03/2008
starts ok but feels like a 1000 cc
Toyota MR2 MK2 Turbo - Air pressure through oil filler cap.
submitted by Martino Tilleard on 26/02/2008
when i take the oil cap off it starts to stall. the hole blows air out and then when i put the cap back on it runs normally? could this big a problem with piston rings? or just something to do with the turbo unit?
Toyota MR2 MK2 Turbo - Won't start , just clicks!!!!!
submitted by Lionel on 09/02/2008
My MR2 MK II H reg was okay yesterday. came out today and when I tried to start it, I just get a clicking noise. No other problem and the starter motor won't turn over. Never had any sort of problem before today. help!!!!!!
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submitted by Matt Anderson on 03/08/2008
the battery is most likely flat,it happens to me all the time,charge up the battery overnight and then it should be fine the next day....
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submitted by Paul on 02/05/2008
Could be a burnt out wire or the earth strap needs to be renewed....
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submitted by malcolm sutherland on 27/02/2008
Sounds like the batterys had it or the starter motors jammed.....
Toyota MR2 MK2 Turbo - Loss of Gas Mileage
submitted by Ryan on 24/01/2008
Recently in the past week or 2 I have had a great decrease in my gas mileage. Like I'm talking from 19 mpg to id say maybe 5mpg. I looked my engine over and on the upper right corner of my block where my covers mount to the block there is black soot. At idle speed when I put my hand by the soot I can feel blowing air. I talked to a few mechanics on said it could be my head gasket but the symptoms dont add up to that, one also suggested something with my Turbo and that my engine was running very rich due to the problem with the turbo.. I'm just wondering if anyone can point me in the right direction to get this fixed. Thank you
Toyota MR2 MK2 Turbo - mr2 wont start
submitted by DOUGLAS on 13/01/2008
car turns over fine but wont fire.any ideas what could be keeping it from starting
Toyota MR2 MK1 N/A - Knocking feeling the bottom of the car
submitted by juan facundo on 10/01/2008
the knocking noise happens when I'm at a dead stop and i can't seem to find the problem can someone help me?????????? please
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - Four cylinders work then only three work
submitted by Gavin Snarey on 04/01/2008
I recently acquired a 1991 MK2 MR2 2.0 Auto which had not been cared for very well (lady owner). The car was burning oil but I have completed a full engine flush and oil change which resulted in the car running very sweet. After taking the car around the block I returned home and the car just began to run on three cylinders so I checked the plugs. A little carbon deposit but I cleaned them up and all seemed fine. When replacing the HT leads I noticed that the rubber ends had all perished and therefore suspect this has resulted in the loss of one cylinder. Please tell me that I am on the right tracks and new leads will correct the problem as this would be a great restiration project. If you have any other ideas please please let me know.
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - auto choke stays on
submitted by ciaran on 22/12/2007
can somebody help .... changed spark plugs on car due to what seemed like dirty petrol (car was chugging )now the revs are at 2000 all the time . the engine was idling at 1000, now bouncing idle 1000 to 2000 rpms..any tips please
Toyota MR2 MK1 N/A - 4A-GE head bolt size
submitted by mick wrench on 16/12/2007
I have a 1986 mr2 mk1. Can anybody tell me what size and type of socket I need to undo the cylider head bolts.
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - cooling fan warning light comes on in dash
submitted by garry on 12/12/2007
neither of my fans come on at all unless they r bridged after about 30 minutes of the engine running the cooling fan warning light comes on,the coolant jus boils up,we tried a thermostat but this had no effect
Toyota MR2 MK2 Turbo - MR2 SW20 rev1 - How to replace Alternator belt
submitted by Lee on 04/11/2007
Hello. Does anyone have any info on how to do this. My belt snapped, I have a new one to go on and i have loosend the alternator. i have now discovered that there is another belt in the way of putting the new alternator belt on. It looks like I am going to have to take this belt off, is that correct ? if so does someone know the procedure for this. Thank you.
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submitted by binh on 28/09/2010
how you take out the Alternator for a 91 mr2....
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - engine cuts out
submitted by savory on 01/11/2007
i have 1990 h mr2gt. starts and drives for 15 mins or so then engine management light comes on and engine dies. takes half hour or so to restart the engine. then does the same again. have changed distributor body and coil but no change. engine temperature normal etc. no one seems to no what the problem is. any sugestions?
Toyota MR2 MK3 - Buzzing (eletronic sound) coming from engine bay
submitted by jason on 26/10/2007
When I open the driver side door for about 20 seconds (give or take) there is an electronic noise coming from the back of the vehice. I am not sure what this is exactly. I just got it a few days ago so not sure if it is normal. I have a 2004 MR2 with sequential manual trans. if it makes a difference. Thanks for the help
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submitted by krobbo on 19/01/2008
by all accounts this is quite normal on the smt model something to do with the tansmission system see manual....
Toyota MR2 MK1 N/A - 1988 mr2 idles rough
submitted by josh on 25/10/2007
when i start the car it idles kinda rough when I step on the gas the idle lopes up & down and when I come off the gas it goes back to a slightly rough idle. If I pull the 3rd cylnder spark plug wire off it does not change but if pull any of the other spark plug wires it wants to die. I check the spark plug & the wires and they fire. it started acting up the other day while driving (cutting out and back in) and now it just lopes when I step on the gas i'm not quite sure if the fule injector is bad or what it is....ANY help would be appreciated
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - ENGINE DYING
submitted by m k halliday on 21/10/2007
Toyota MR2 MK2 Turbo - Problem starting 1995 MR2 GTS turbo
submitted by jj2766 on 11/10/2007
Bought my 260hp mr2 turbo 4 weeks ago, it worked fine for 2 and a half weeks, then all of a sudden just cut out on me 1 night meaning i had to push it for half a mile back to my aunts, The RAC towed me home, and the engineer said it looked like the coil pack and amp had gone due to there being a very weak spark, Iv taken it back to the garage to be fixed but the mechanic cant see what the problem is? we have replaced the coil packa and amp since and still have the same problem we have also replace the dizzy cap, distributer, HT lead and charged the battery fully twice? the engine sounds like its kicking over fine, it just sounds like there is no spark... can anyone help?
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submitted by andrew on 16/08/2009
I have the same problem, i replace the plugs,wires, distributor cap, rotor, and ignition coil, and no fuses are broken. can anyone help?....
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - knocking from right hand side of engine bay.
submitted by Alex Forsyth on 02/10/2007
Y Reg ZZW30R. I say engine bay but cant pinpoint source. The knocking apears to be from under the rocker cover. I'v had it off and all aprears fine. The chain has about 4mm play vertical. Is this within limits? The timing was done six months ago and all is correct with starting and power. Have removed sump, the big end through to pistons are good. There was a low oil issue, although not dry the light didn't come on. Some times there is no knock at start up only when reving dose the knock apear. Other times the Knock is at start up disapears then comes back when revved. I ve done the spanner bit with nothing to report. Im now wondering if the cracked weld on the exhaust heat sheld has anything to do with it. If anyone has a suggestion I'd like to hear it.
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - help!! searching 4 engine?
submitted by faye on 30/09/2007
i have an mk2 2.0, 16v twin cam and a garage has told me that the big end and crank has gone, it rattles after 4000rpm should i get these bits fixed or go for a new engine? i am a woman that knows jack about cars help!!
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - change valve cover gasket
submitted by ben on 23/09/2007
remove the 4 spark plugs seals and the valve cover seams to be stuck on front of the motor. whats holding the valve cover so it want come off.
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - Air flow meter
submitted by Jose Rui on 19/09/2007
Hi, My MR2 air flow meter is broken, if i just take it off and putt an direct intake air sistem, does it gonna affect the ECU or the engine????
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - crazy reving 3s-ge.
submitted by frazer auld on 19/09/2007
hi ihave just had another engine put into my mr2 gt after the last one run a little low on oil . woopes!. anyway when i start the car the engine just keeps reving all the way, so i have to turn it off pritty quickly! i have had a mechanic look over the throttle body and the hoses and there doesnt seem to be any leeks. can anybody please "HELP".
Toyota MR2 MK1 N/A - Cooling system problem,can any one help??
submitted by Adam on 09/09/2007
Hi! I have what seems to be a serious problem with my car. It started when I noticed that from time to time the revs are hunting when I've travelled home from work (about 8 miles). Then a few days ago, it done it and then droped a load of brown water water from somewhere under the engine. I drove it to a friends to put it on a ramp to find where the water came from. could not see exactly but looks like a metal pipe which runs across the back of the block. Problem then became far worse as water is now coming from the front of the car, around the radiator and judging by the mess, it's beeing forced out. Please help, Thanks!
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - revving problems while idle
submitted by Adam Phillips on 04/09/2007
hi everyone, i have a mk2 mr2 "91" when starting the engine it runs at about 2000rpm after a few mins will start rising and dropping constantly between 1000 and 1500rpm even when stationary i have taken to toyota with no luck even with dynostics there was no problem though been told it could be the air flow meter etc etc, any ideas ??????
Toyota MR2 MK1 N/A - missing
submitted by madeline condon on 04/09/2007
put a new timing belt in an 87 mk1 mr2 and ever since it wont go 5000rpm when it is warm. it will rev out perfectly when it is cold.it misses and is jerky after a few miles.
Toyota MR2 MK2 Turbo - IDLE Problem
submitted by Kevin on 24/08/2007
While driving i can feel the car a bit shaky in lower rpm. on Idle at a comeplete stop. My car feel shaky, and when i ad gas the car completely stop shaking at about 1 thosand rpm. What could be the symtom ? can anyone help please?
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submitted by turbonicskid on 10/10/2007
hi there, you cou;ld increase the rpm to 1000rpm, but u will probbly use more fuel in the future to come. at idle mine can some times stall if ther....
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - lights on dash
submitted by Darren on 24/08/2007
i manage to put an hole in the oil filter when changing it but did not know and when i started the car it spayed oil over the belts and bulk head side panel and now the charging light and engine managemant light stays on but i am sure the alternator is still working other wise the battery would be flat .can anyone help
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - s/s exhaust fitted
submitted by sean axten on 14/08/2007
i had a stainless steel de-cat exhaust fitted and the 2 wire lambda probe removed but before i had this done i had dissconnected it 2 months prior and the car was running fine, now all of a sudden with the new exh on it lacks on acceleration when cold but clears after around 4-5miles and drives fine. any solutions!!!!
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - Knocking and Tapping under Valve Cover
submitted by joseph k. c. on 29/07/2007
i got a 91mr2 non turbo 5sfe motor with auto tranmission. everything works great. but just recently i heard a noise come from inside engine mainly where the head is. When i start the car its a low knocking and tapping sound coming near the alternator. When i accelerate its gets worse..recently i haven't done any mods or anything just twin intake and full sinthetic oil. it just sounds like something is inside the head loose or something got in the head and is moving around... can anyone tell me what should i do and what it could be?...
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - Toyota MR2 MK2, : There is smoke coming out of engine from mr2 after I drive it
submitted by Dan Van on 27/07/2007
Seems to get really hot, and smoke comes out from engine. My temp guage says its normal, but is it really? I just swapped a new engine in, but I have noticed this problem before as well. Thanks
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submitted by Nick on 20/08/2007
I am also having the same problem and my friends duffle bag melted in the rear trunk floor. If you find an answer for this, please share.....
Toyota MR2 MK3 - loss of power
submitted by Simon Hubert on 27/07/2007
I have a massive power loss on my 2001 mr2 roadster. seems to be ok until engine warms up. Then when you accelerate the engine sound louder but has no power, iv checked all the wiring and hose's carn't see any problems. Engine management light came on for a few miles then went off, never come back on.
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submitted by dave on 28/01/2008
sounds like its the pre-cats to me, recommend removing manifold to see if they are breaking up.....
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submitted by chris whiting on 13/08/2007
your car sound like its mashed mate. id sell it nw b4 its worth jack....
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - changing engine 1992 mr2
submitted by Barry McKay on 24/07/2007
can i put a jap import engine in my uk spec 1992 gti mr2.the jap engine is 1992 gti as well.
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submitted by JJ on 10/08/2008
yes. if you change your engine the cheapest way to replace it is a n/a (non turbo) engine of the same revolution of the mark. ( in the case your car w....
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submitted by Jide Olorunsola on 26/08/2007
I can supply for �1500 + VAT for engine and all ancillaries to run ( wiring loom, rear stub axles, gear box, engine cover etc.)This IS the cheapest co....
Toyota MR2 Other - car
submitted by ryan baker on 03/07/2007
my car keeps losing power when it rains i struggle to get to 20mph and there is also a loud noise that comes from my exhaust i only bought the car two weeks ago from a dealer and he told me it had been fully serviced
Toyota MR2 MK1 N/A - Loss of power @5000 rpm
submitted by tony on 28/06/2007
hi ,was looking to buy a 91 mr2 g-limited import, i took it out for a run but everytime i got just over 5k rpm there was a loss of power for a few seconds and then it would pick up again.. anyone have ideas on what this could be
Toyota MR2 MK3 - Engine Management Warning Light Toyota MR2 MK3 (MRS)
submitted by David Kay on 26/06/2007
The engine warning management light has just lit up on my MR2 Roadster. I can't see anything obvious wrong with it and the car drove fine on the way home. I've just done a search on Google & found other Toyotas have problems with Lambda sensors. Has anyone else had similar problems or do you have a solution??
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submitted by Liz McGowan on 24/09/2008
Hi - Just stumbled across this site as I too have the engine warning light on. Have had it on a diagnostics which identifies its a lambda sensor but h....
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - cam belt
submitted by thomas connelly on 19/06/2007
how much should i pay for a cam belt change, and how often should it be done
Toyota MR2 Other - car will only run for about 4 miles then cuts out
submitted by burton on 05/06/2007
I have a glimited mr2 - J reg I cannot work out what the problem is . It starts ok and drives for about 4 miles and then cuts out and won't start again for about an hour - then runs for a bit and cuts out again does any one know what it might be ??
Toyota MR2 MK1 N/A - Engine
submitted by Tom Nelson on 30/05/2007
Car runs well until it reaches operating temperature then bogs down and eventually goes dead. It will not hardly run at all until it cools down.
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - fast idle when cold
submitted by Joe on 29/05/2007
My 1993 Mk2 n/a (uk car) idles at 1500 - 1800 rpm when cold, but never the same speed twice. When warm the idle drops to 750 - 900 rpm but this also varies. I'm sure a fuel injected car shouldn't have such an erratic idle. Anyone help me cure this? Thanks.
Toyota MR2 MK1 N/A - rpm fluctuation and loss of power
submitted by michelle on 28/05/2007
Automatic 1991 stalls randomly: sometimes it's while idling, sometimes while driving. Also, the rpm's rev up and down. To get it to start again, I have to floor the gas pedal and leave it there for several seconds, even though the car sounds like it's not getting any gas. As of this week, it's overheating now. No one knows what's wrong with it. Any ideas please contact firstname.lastname@example.com
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - MR2 Random stalling
submitted by Michelle on 26/05/2007
My 1991 MR2 is not a turbo. I'll be in gear at a light or braking towards a light and it will simply die on me. It's also done it while I was accelerating. In order for me to get it to start again, I have to push the gas pedal all the way to the floor and it barely gets any gas, even with it to the floor. After a few seconds of this, it will rev up and go; sometimes though, as soon as I let up off the gas it immediately dies on me again and I'm back to pushing the gas pedal to the floor again. I've been told it's electrical, I've been told it's the head gasket. Any ideas?????
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - air intake sensor
submitted by lea on 17/05/2007
hi. i have a 91 g-spec (jap import) will fitting an open air filter disrupt the air intake sensor ?
Toyota MR2 MK1 N/A - rpm
submitted by gary lemmon on 14/05/2007
could anyone tell me what the revs should be when its cold and when the engine is hot on a mk1 toyota 1989 model thanks
Toyota MR2 MK1 N/A - alternator location
submitted by Darren Newell on 12/05/2007
I'm driving down to see my son who has a 1991 Toyota MR2. He has the replacement alternator for the car but can't tell me if the one in the car is on the top of the motor or on the bottom. He also needs a motor for his windshield wipers.
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - warning lights come on then no power
submitted by m k halliday on 30/04/2007
hi my mr2 mark 2 ,has recently started to loose power ,the warning lights come on then the engine cuts out,after about 1 minute it starts again but 2 miles later the same happens again,etc etc
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submitted by m k halliday on 20/08/2007
Toyota MR2 MK1 N/A - Engine Noise/Using Oil
submitted by Nicola on 30/04/2007
I have a Y reg MR2 and my engine has started to make a noise whilst driving. It sounds like a grinding noise and I first thought it was just air passing through the air vents at the back but it is also using an awful lot of oil. It only starts to make a noise when I accelerate and release my foot off the pedal or change gear. Does anyone have ideas what this could be ??
Toyota MR2 MK2 Turbo - Turbo stalling in 3rd 4th and 5th gears
submitted by Andy Symonds on 27/04/2007
I have a rev 2 turbo with de-cat, performance exhaust, apexi air filter, and, dump valve. A while ago the alternator went and was replaced. When I got the car back it refused to start. I removed the plugs and found them totally black. after a clean the car fired up, but, idled at 1250 rpm. After diagnosis codes 24 and 31 were displayed. I changed the airflow meter and ecu (had spares) and the codes vanished (obviosly due to new ecu). However I found I have a new problem, the car pulls fine in 1st and 2nd gear but when you reach 3rd, 4th and 5th the power loss and juddering/hesitation increases with each gear changed to. i.e the car judders a bit in 3rd more in 4th and badly in 5th. I did a second diagnosis and got code 35 (turbo pressure sensor fault or short) I checked with another spare sensor and same problem. decided to change the ecu back top original, and, found broken brown wire at middle plug of ecu, reconnected and found high idling had gone but still had power issues through gears. I have just done a further diagnosis and no codes are present???? No air leaks seem to be present and turbo pipes seem fine? Could it be dump valve, overboost fuel cut? Help please.
Toyota MR2 MK2 Turbo - gimmie more boost
submitted by mike deitsch on 24/04/2007
92 3sgte bone stock, have aftermarket boost controller (ball and spring type). t-certified tec, work in toyota service, none of the old school tecs have a clue when it comes to aftermarket parts. also installed pro comp boost guage. tried to install controller in series with compressor to waste gate side vacuum hose, engine cuts out compleatly when turbo starts to spool. controller at any adjustment. also tried to switch hoses on controller, no luck. understand that computer has control of second vac hose on waste gate, via vsv. if there is a fix for more boost where is the fine line for too much on an engine with 180k. engine very clean under valve cover, turbo intake bellowes showing no signs of oil leak. compressor wheel replaced 10k miles ago. help!!! unlimited access to referance for toyota, scion, and lexus, if and tec info needed. thanks.
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submitted by steven curtis on 23/05/2007
ECU cuts fuel at 1bar boost. fit fuel cut defender to cure problem. going above 1 bar not recomended.....
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - Oil problem
submitted by Stephen O Neill on 20/04/2007
I have a 91 gti mr2 and the oil level light is staying on , there is plenty of oil in it can anybody help . cheers
Toyota MR2 MK3 - Clicking noise and won't start up!
submitted by Sarah on 09/04/2007
Just tried to start my MR2 Mark III after only having it for 2 1/2 weeks! Only to find that its not turning over. Two lights come on on the dashboard, the airbag and another one - to the left of the battery light -not sure what it is. Can anyone help. The car won't start at all!
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submitted by Dave on 26/06/2007
I had a similar problem with mine. Wasnt convinced the battery was at fault because lights & radio worked. However, new battery was fitted & car is no....
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submitted by mike on 01/05/2007
the same thing happened to me, is the light look like an 8 with an engine next to it? i just got a new battery. and it was fine.....
Toyota MR2 MK2 Turbo - Mr2 gts starting problem
submitted by craig on 23/03/2007
I've been having intermitant problems with my jap import starting. Sometimes when i turn the key in the ignition the ecu light in the bottom left hand corner of the dash doesnt light up. When this happens the car won't start. But if i wait 2 mins it usually appears and the car will start. Anyone have any ideas what the problem is?
Toyota MR2 MK2 Turbo - gts turbo starting problem
submitted by craig on 23/03/2007
occasionally when i try to start my 1992 gts mr2 the bottom left engine ecu light doesn't turn on and when this happens the car wont start. However when u leave the key in the second position the light usually appears after 2mins and then the car starts. Any ideas what this may be?
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submitted by bob fleming on 01/07/2007
i reckon it mightr be the ecu relay which is the efi relay in the engine. Other than that make sure you have good earths at each earthing point on th....
Toyota MR2 MK1 N/A - ENGINE CUTTING OUT
submitted by denbo on 16/02/2007
My mk2 gt ltd when driving loss of power it shuts down revs go to zero its only for a second or two ..but its quite frequent ..HELP
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submitted by Frank on 16/03/2007
I had the same problem. I replaced all the normal stuff (rotor,cap,wires,plugs,ect..)and had no luck. I took it to the toyota dealer and was told I ne....
Toyota MR2 MK2 Turbo - 1990 mr2 feels like it doesnt want to go, HELP!
submitted by Damien on 11/02/2007
Hey all, i have a 1990 mr2 gt, when i drive down my street in 2nd gear it feels as if it just doesnt want to go.. as in, it jerks around. I had this same problem with my 300zxtt, the coil popped out in that, we clipped it back in and it was good as new.. I dont know with this one. Yesterday it was fine, today its stuffed. It rained last night but i dont see how that would have done anything? please help!!
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submitted by gazza on 13/03/2007
sounds like one of your boost pipes is loose or split lift the engine lid and give the car a blip with the throttle you can hear where its leaking che....
Toyota MR2 MK1 N/A - Engine Bay Temps
submitted by Paul on 03/01/2007
Hi, I'm thinking about installing a fan in the engine bay lid to suck out some of the heat/reduce temps. Rather than install as always on, I was toying with the idea of installing a thermostatic switch so that it operates the fan to activate at a certain temp. Does anyone know what sort of temps the engine bay gets. Preferably for the MK1 but would be interested in the MK2 temps also. Thanks in advance.
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - cutting out and fuel
submitted by rodney wilson on 21/11/2006
please help, my 1993 model was burning to much fuel and the engine was cutting out when stoped, also rev counter go up and down. took it to a guy who put it on the computer and he says it was the lamba sencor so i changed it and now its worse that it went in, in 1st and 2nd gear it wants to go but its like its chocked can anyone help.
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - cold start
submitted by Ronald Jones on 19/11/2006
My mr2 runs really well when engine as reached normal temperature ,but from cold until normal temp is reached it runs really badly no acceleration cannot stay at any constant speed without stuttering .Have been told it could be cold start but where is cold start and how do you cure it . All help appreciated Ron.
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - engine knocking
submitted by william on 19/11/2006
I have a 1990 mr2 mk2 t bar on start up when cold ( when sitting overnight)the engine would have rattled for a few seconds and then been ok , I got a oil pressure check carried out which showed low oil pressure, engine was removed and i got the shaft polished (which did not need ground) and new big end and main bearings fitted and a new oil pump, the engine was rebuilt and when started up the problem was still there, have tried 0/30 w grade oil which has still not helped and am using genuine toyota filters, any suggestions!
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - I want to install Turbo
submitted by glen smith on 28/10/2006
i have a 1993 Mr2 with a e-sw20 twin cam 16 engine. its n/a and auto...im will be installing turbo in the near future but looking at my car yesterday. i have no clue where it would fit. also would i have to do anything drastic in order to install turbo? thanks
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submitted by lee mann on 24/12/2006
ur best of getin a turbo lump. better still the money you will put in to do the convert it will be cheaper to buy a rev 3 and no matter what you do to....
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - Clicking noise from right rear on acceleration
submitted by gareth fullerton on 24/11/2005
I own a 1991 Jap 2ltr 16v. When I accelerate from start in first and second gear there is a sort of clicking noise from the driver rear. Someone mentioned it might be the suspension, possibly worn bushes. Please advise. Another problem I have is that, when I turn the engine off and listen to the engine ther is a sort of crackling noise, it sounds like the noise you would hear from an overhead power cable. Someone mentioned it could be a gas leak rather than a loose electrical cable. It is coming fom the passenger side of the engine. Please advise
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submitted by The Metallurgist on 20/03/2007
I think the crackling noise may just be the exhaust system contracting as its cooling down. Its usually worse on a stainless system, but nothing to wo....
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - 3S-FE to 3S-GE
submitted by Jeff on 13/11/2005
Hi All I have a 1991 mr2 mk2 2.ol with a 3S-FE (low bhp engine) I have a chance of buying a 3S-GE (higher bhp engine) I want to know if there is any particular problems anyone as come across or if its straight forward stuff. Also any modification idears to original engine welcome. Thanks
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submitted by malcolm sutherland on 06/06/2007
Hi there. Ive just done this and swapping the engines is pretty straight forward. My MK2 is an import but the engine came out of a UK car. The wiring ....
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - BAD STARTING
submitted by DEREK SAUNDERS on 08/11/2005
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submitted by sam pollard on 16/12/2008
the oxygen senor you find on the madifold and exhaust may have failed if it is turning over fine when it is cold when its warm tht maybe the problem....
Toyota MR2 MK1 N/A - Engine seems limited to 4000 rpm!
submitted by Mike Burton on 30/10/2005
My 1989 mk1 t-bar will not rev above 4000 RPM, it cuts out and re-engages at about 3000 RPM and builds up slowly to 4000, then repeats. fuel consumption has gone bad, approx 80-90 miles to a tank!!!. since the problem started i have replaced the dizzy cap and rotor arm( they were shot), i have tried a new ECU, but made no difference. Anybody got any ideas as to what the problem is, please? It has a K&N air filter/induction kit, and a janspeed stainless exhaust, but otherwise no mods. plugs seem good, as do the throttle sensor, housing, coil. Mileage 116,000
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - Engine knocking at mid to high revs and at cold start
submitted by Nathan Ashard on 14/10/2005
I first noticed a knocking noise apparently coming from the engine a few weeks ago from about 4000 rpm and above, shortly after noticing that the oil warning light occassionally came on despite the levels being fine. I have hardly driven the car since then because I don't know what it is, but have been looking to sell it for a while and would like to know what the problem could be. The whole problem is: At cold start there are high revs with a loud knocking for about a second followed by very low idling for a while gradually going to normal idling of around 900 rpm. The engine sounds fine at idle and upto about 3500 rpm, but after that a knocking noise starts up. I have been given a few suggestions including big/small end or oil pump. Anyone got any idea????
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - Oil Pressure takes "JUST" that to long to pressure UP when Cold ?
submitted by Gerry Watson on 29/09/2005
My MR2 N/A UK. When on cold start-up,takes just that extra few seconds to make the Oil Light to go out and pressure up. Just making the top-end of the Engine start to rattle then it`s pressured up ? Once it`s been started it`s perfect, it`s just on long stay no starting(eg: over night ). I`ve Change the Oil using the correct oil ! And just Yesturday changed the Oil Filter for a K&N with Non-Return Valve. Is my Oil Pump just Lazy or U/S ? regards Gerry
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - smoke from under distributor
submitted by ondree on 26/09/2005
Hi i just bought a 1990 mr2 V1 2.0 efi it didnt start when i bought it so i changed the plugs and leads it now ticks over and revs freely but after a short while of it being started exhaust gases come from beneath the distributor also a pipe from under the throttle body which goes round the back of the distributor doesnt seem to connect to anything i have nether seen a mr2 engine before so i am not sure if everything is there can anyone help!
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submitted by willjk on 16/10/2005
try repalcing your distrbutir O ring also check your oil coolant hoses ....
Toyota MR2 MK1 N/A - mk1 mr2 wont start
submitted by Darrell on 13/09/2005
one day my car drove down the road, felt like it missed a couple of times and 300m later the engine just died, it turns over nicely but wont fire up. I need to go through the process of elimination, where do i start and just out of interest where is the fuel pump and which lead takes it to the carb. More importantly why would it of done this, i am very desperate please help ????
Toyota MR2 MK2 Turbo - car wont idle right
submitted by ernest on 31/08/2005
when i take the oil cap off it start to stall. the hole blows air out and then when i put the cap back on it runs but only for a little .it also start to over heat .what do you think it is?
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submitted by tuan on 29/10/2005
it could be a boost leak somewhere. any modifications....new fuel pump? check the resistor pack for the bad idle. timing could be off if bad idle. ....
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - MR2 RECONDITIONED ENGINE
submitted by Sam Reid on 27/08/2005
I've just fitted a reconditioned engine and there is white smoke coming fron the exhaust.
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submitted by Craig... on 08/10/2008
Check the automatic choke where the large hose from the air filter connects to the intake manifold. I had a similar problem and learned that the auto....
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submitted by Craig... on 08/10/2008
Check the automatic choke where the large hose from the air filter connects to the intake manifold. I had a similar problem and learned that the auto....
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submitted by Jeremy Tong on 08/09/2005
Check your turbo-my 91 sw20 does the samething because the seals in my turbo are blown. Im in the process of replacing it now-not easy to do. Hope t....
Toyota MR2 MK2 Turbo - Pressure problems...
submitted by Mik edington on 24/08/2005
I was driving along one day and a funny noise started coming from the engine behind me, i decided to pull over and as i pulled over there was a loud noise like something had burst, got straight out of the car to find water leaking all over the road, got the car home then found the leek was coming from under the air filter, but couldnt see it properly, so decided to take air filter out, to find one of the water hoses had come away from the pipe, so i put it back on tightend it, then filled the car back up with water, but after driving 5 - 10 min the same thing happend again, the funny buzzing noise and steam coming from the engine, any ideas??
Toyota MR2 MK2 Turbo - Engine or turbo issues
submitted by Graeme Wingate on 31/07/2005
Having problme with my MR2 trubo, just had new engine fitted and had to change a few wires as it seemed replacement engine was from later model, When in gear the engine seems to be missing at the point when the turbo seems to come in at about 2-3000 revs when pressing accelarator down further athan usual, but when i take it out of gear I can rev all way up to at least 4000 revs and it sounds great no problem. Does anyone know where I should aim my attention first, thanks all
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submitted by kriss2888 on 31/12/2012 17:42:02
Hi did you manage to sort out your issue I'm having Simptoms like this with mine the more I hit 3/4 boost its spluttering or it just missfires then wh....
Toyota MR2 MK2 Turbo - turbo problem
submitted by Mr jay on 31/07/2005
I took a mates 91 gt turbo out for a test drive one night and the car performed perfectly I took care to to drive the car off boost until the motor had warmed up then decided to lay the boot into it in 2nd gear it revved to 6500rpm and then the a warning light came on and the motor seamed to cut out although not stopping. after this the would not boost at all doing so resulted in more of the same problem which got to the point the car will not boost in any gear.
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submitted by Josh on 05/10/2005
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - oil problem
submitted by kez on 22/07/2005
Got a mk2 g limited 1996 , is using a lot of oil , put a small amount in and is now over the limit on the dipstick ( not by a lot ) . Do i need to bleed some out , if so where do i bleed it from ? Scared to drive it in case the seals break and i cause more damage ... advice please
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - fitting a turbo to a non turbo mr2
submitted by johnny on 21/07/2005
hi iv got a mr2 mk2 2.0 gti just thinking could i fit a turbo on it and if i can how would i go about it
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submitted by Chunky on 26/07/2005
The easiest way would be to buy a turbo engine from Fensport, it would probably end up cheaper in the long run and the engine would last longer.....
Toyota MR2 MK1 N/A - MR-2 (1986) Starts, runs, then dies
submitted by Chris on 12/07/2005
after a few seconds, and won't start again for 60 seconds. Keeps doing that indefinately. It has not been taken apart and there should not be air in the fuel manifold, etc. I'm wondering if the main injectors are not firing (could it be a fuse?) and it's just running on the shot of fuel it gets at initial startup. (I once owned a Toyota Supra that got air in the fuel manifold and I had to jumper the fuel pump for several minutes to get the air out.) Any help or suggestions would be appreciated.
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submitted by richard on 21/08/2005
i have a mk2 so it might not be the same on top of the air filter vacum unit is another box with a black lid take the lid off and make sure the wire....
Toyota MR2 MK2 Turbo - High revs
submitted by Richard on 11/07/2005
I have just bought a 91 GT-Turbo Import and have never driven a turbo before.I have noticed that when i put my foot down hard in 3rd or 4th,the revs go sky high and i get a burning smell from the engine.then the revs come back down...this doesnt seem right some how...is this a problem with the LSD or the clutch??
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submitted by Big Johnson on 15/01/2008
definitely clutch.... and most likely the flywheel got damaged in the process too.....
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submitted by Chunky on 26/07/2005
Sounds like the clutch to me.....
Toyota MR2 MK1 N/A - MR-2 (1986) Starts then dies
submitted by Chris on 11/07/2005
after a few seconds, and won't start again for 60 seconds. Keeps doing that indefinately. It has not been taken apart and there should not be air in the fuel manifold, etc. I'm wondering if the main injectors are not firing (could it be a fuse?) and it's just running on the shot of fuel it gets at initial startup. (I once owned a Toyota Supra that got air in the fuel manifold and I had to jumper the fuel pump for several minutes to get the air out.) Any help or suggestions would be appreciated.
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submitted by willjk on 16/10/2005
or try cleaning the connection on your afm and make sure there are no leaks in you intake system ....
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submitted by Chunky on 26/07/2005
Sounds like fuel starvation to me. If the car starts then the injectors are working, it just sounds like its using up the fuel thats in the pipe, filt....
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - fitting a turbo engine into a mk2 gti
submitted by peter on 12/06/2005
wonder if anyone can help my mr2 is suffering from a blown head gasket so as i'm planning on taking engine out to spray engine bay i was wondering about fitting a turbo engine but not sure of what other stuff i will need or is it a easy swap or has anyone any other suggestions on any other modifications i can do to increase the power on old engine any help would be much apreciated thanks
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submitted by Chunky on 26/07/2005
Fensport are the people to talk to, they do the 3S-GTE engine conversion kit for the MKII.
I believe the ECU is different.....
Toyota MR2 MK1 SuperCharged - Problem with Supercharger!
submitted by Justin on 10/06/2005
Hey all, I have an 88 MR2 SC. My problem is that after it rains, my car seems fine, until I get about a block down the road, and then all of a sudden it starts runing rough. In order to go anywhere, I have to make sure I dont push the gas to the point the SC kicks on... so Im crusing at like 3 mph forever. as soon as the SC kicks on, I get 8psi but my whole car loses power, and my A/F ratio is way lean. Any ideas??? Thanks!
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - LOOSING COOLANT OUT OF OVERFLOW
submitted by Stu 2 Dots.. on 22/05/2005
Seen this problem and solution for Mk1, would this also be the solution for MK2 N/A? only happens now and again, even when driving slowly for 10 mins. i also get a lot of bubbling in the overflow bottle. cheers
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submitted by Chunky on 26/07/2005
Sounds like a headgasket on its way out, does the water have oil deposits in it, or does your oil have white deposits in the oil filler cap?
It c....
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - Oil Leak in spark plug well
submitted by Chris on 20/05/2005
Hi All, Went to change my plugs and found the plug well full of oil, garage told me it is the rocker box gasket. So I need a set of gaskets, plugs and new leads for my 1990 M2 Rev1. The leads are original still dated 1990 so I guess it is about time they were changed. Looking back at the service history it appears the problem was first identified at 67k miles, now 89k, I bought the car at 83k and never had any problem so far with misfires etc. Does anyone know how hard the job is; also any reccomendations on the type of plugs and leads and where to get them. I am driving down to Le Mans mid next month so guess I better have it all done by then. Best regards
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submitted by Peter Fitzgerald on 27/08/2005
I just painted the TVIS, inlet manifold and cam cover and noticed the exact same problem on no2 spark plug. Fortunately I had a spare cam cover from a....
Toyota MR2 MK1 N/A - Auto-Choke / Engine Flooding
submitted by Stephen Black on 12/05/2005
I'm fairly new to MR2's so if anyone can help it would be much appreciated. I'm having a similar problenm to some listed here. Engine starts great from cold sits about 2000rpm but after driving for about 5-10 mins the revs drop dramatically and the engine coughs and splutters all over the place. It idles (just) at about 400rpm and has a habit of cutting out while sitting at lights and stuff. I've tried a few things that you guys suggested. Bleeding the coolant system, checking the vacuum lines etc. but nothing happening. I started playing about with the sensors and it seems to get a bit better when I "wiggle" the wires on the water temperature sensor. Would this be the kind of thing that could be linked or is it sheer coincidnce??
Toyota MR2 MK1 N/A - need help for 20V swap
submitted by rob on 11/05/2005
A beautiful 160hp 4AG 20v silver top engine just arived for my pride and joy. It came with wireing harness and ECU but no instruction, directions, or diagrams. Can anyone help me find information on doing this swap and or maybe a manual for the engine.
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - REPLACEING THE CAM BELT
submitted by ian jones on 07/05/2005
1991 MK2 MR2 I have jusp purchased this car it is due for a cam belt change i have been told it is a engin out job is this correct
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submitted by i.m on 14/06/2008
hi yes it is true you do need the engine out to change the cambelt as i resently bought my MR2 and had the cambelt changed it cost me �250..sorry to s....
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submitted by Robert Taylor on 10/11/2006
I have a Mk1 the engine bay of which looks much like a Mk2 - I was able to change the belt in-situ without too much trouble; the engine mount against ....
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submitted by Harvey on 16/05/2005
Hi, absolutely have just had mt cam belt changed just because I had just brought it to find it had never been changed! Even though the service book sa....
Toyota MR2 MK2 Turbo - New Turbo
submitted by Daniel Lanksford on 04/05/2005
I'm thinking of buying a 1990 MR2. I spoke to the bloke on the phone, and he said he needed the turbo replacing 5000 miles ago. Its only done 63,000 miles. Is this normal?! Thanks for your time.
Toyota MR2 MK2 Turbo - Idle speed control valve unit?
submitted by steve thomson on 04/05/2005
Own 1991 j reg import- 2 litre 16 v , the car is a beauty, runs almost perfect, except one thing. When it starts up, and runs with auto choke, its fine, but after 5-10 mins, when you change down gears at lights or traffic, the idle speed dramatically lowers, instead of gradually coming down.- from 1500 rpm to zero and then cuts out! New expensive plugs and a new oxygen sensor unit didnt work,was told it could be idle speed control valve unit. Its a very expensive piece of kit to replace, can i get a reconditioned one or a pattern/ cheaper one? Any ideas anyone, thanks
Toyota MR2 MK2 Turbo - MR2 MK2 Turbo Emission Problems
submitted by Mark on 19/04/2005
My Mr2 recently failed its NCT test running with 5.03% CO ,at 2 500 RPM .taking into account my HC readings it seems to be running a little rich . this is a totally standard car , and i have tried temp and oxygen sensors to no avail .any suggestions on this problem would be very welcome .
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submitted by Rod Ambrose on 29/05/2005
mr2 mk2 Have you changed air filter ? I have the same problem. Dont know why but think i will start on the oxygen sensor. Where exactly will i find ....
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - Engine/steam smoke
submitted by steve on 30/03/2005
ive recently had my valve stemm seals and head done on my 92 jap import but it still keeps kicking out alot of steam type smoke out of the exhaust when cold but its ok when warm , any ideas ? its just totally doing my head in
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submitted by Bulldog on 27/04/2005
Dont panic!! The same thing happens to lots of cars, if you look at most cars which have been started first thing in the morning, they all do it. It i....
Toyota MR2 MK1 N/A - bought 1986 mr2 doesn't run
submitted by D.J. on 20/03/2005
i just bought my first mr2 from a gut i know at work. when it tore up on him he told me there was some "noise" from the motor i thought it may be the timing but whe i pulled the distributor cap off the rotor button turned. then i tried to move spark plug wires around to see if that would get it closer to starting but nothing happend in either direction. my uncle thinks it may have jumped timing. i have yet to check the compression but that is next on my list. when i first turned it over i sounded like maybe it wanted to start one of the cylinders but none of the others were getting fire. plugs are wet. does anyoune have any suggestions about what it may be, if so please e-mail any info will be greatly appreciated thanx D.J.
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - Engine Banging and smoking
submitted by michelle on 16/03/2005
Hi, i have a mr2 mk 2 GTi. Have this some loud bang(doesn't sound anything like back-firing) and smoking(grey smoke) when starting it up sometimes. However it doesn't happen all the time. Then i start it up after and its fine. Am baffled?? It comes from the passenger side of the engine. Thought it may be the starter motor, but got it changed and it still happens. Then thought maybe the distributor cap and rotor, but still no luck. Can anyone please help, its driving me up the wall cheers
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submitted by greeze munky on 06/05/2005
hey mate just had the same problem is it in the top or bottom of the engine is it running on 3 cylinders ? if its in the top and 3 cycls its likley u ....
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submitted by Chunks on 23/03/2005
Do you have any white residue in the oil filler cap? What state are your spark plugs in? Have you tried removing your battery for about 5 mins and t....
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - MR2 gt t-bar MK2 Seems to be overheating
submitted by Jason Clark on 15/03/2005
i have just brought this car and the damn thing seems to be running hot. The paint work at the back of the car is blistered and the fan comes on as soon as i turn the engine on. Its not showing that its running hot on the dashboard but it certainly smells hot when i get out. I went to check the coolant and didnt evevn know where to look!!! Desperately need advice on how to fix it.
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submitted by Chunks on 23/03/2005
Have you managed to find the level of your coolant?
It could be that the thermostat is duff although this should register on the dash or it could....
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - Engine missing at idle and while reving in park
submitted by Mark Fester on 01/03/2005
The car had been sitting a while and now hiccups/surges while at cruising rpm. A week later it wouldn't start cold (flooding out). I replaced plugs and distributor cap/rotor. The starting problem went away but it is still missing during idle and reving while in park or cruising at low rpm's. If I accelerate while in drive it seems fine until the rpm returns to cruising around 1500 - 2000 rpm. The fuel has been replaced. I also timed it. Is there something else I should also check/replace?
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submitted by Chunks on 23/03/2005
It could be dirty injectors, have you replaced your fuel pump lately (had it serviced)?....
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - Intermittent engine cut-out / stalling
submitted by Ian Slack on 20/02/2005
My car is the base 2.0 liter coupe, 1990 G-reg Mk11. For the last 6 months it has suffered from the engine cutting out, albeit intermittently. Typical scenario is driving a couple of miles from cold, stopping to fill up with petrol, then when come to start the car, the engine fires ok but then dies. After trying 2 or 3 times the car will then start up and be fine for a few days, then does it again. It has also cut out on me whilst driving twice, but will instantly fire up again using the ignition. I've only neede breakdown assistance once, when the problem first started. Had all the basic stuff checked. A main Toyota dealer has had the car twice; cannot find any faults with the wiring circuitry. They did think it was the fuel relay which was replaced. Car ran fine for 2 months, then started playing up again. They now think it is the airflow meter but they aren't 100% sure about this. I'm not going to spend �500 on a brand new part. I'm looking for a salvage part at the moment and hope this will sort it. Has anyone had a similar problem or know what it might be? Don't want to spend vast amounts of money and would also be interested in selling it if anyone is interested. Apart from this problem, it is in very good condition for its age. Mileage is 139,000. Thanks in advance if anyone can help.
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submitted by gary on 10/04/2005
check ecu....
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submitted by Chunks on 23/03/2005
Has it had a service recently, has the fuel filter been replaced?
It could be dirty injectors, is the car down on power when its playing up? ....
Toyota MR2 MK1 N/A - Oil Leak -
submitted by ollie moutray on 19/02/2005
MR2 1985, (B reg) - the wedge shae... Very difficult to locate - almost traced to top of engine block. - Lying under car and viewing upwards, to the left, on front of block (i.e. the face to which the manifold connects...),there appears to be a "threaded stud/bolt, (with an open ended alan key type head), just under the distributor. The leak appears to come from this area, but I cannot locate further, without starting to dismantle... A local garage were unwilling to commit, suggesting head gasket may have gone - I had gasket replaced about a year ago, at considerable expense (there is no loss of power or any symptoms associated with head gasket, so I am a bit wary...). Could it be this stud/bolt - or have you come accross similir problem? Any help would be appreciated.
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submitted by Dan on 16/01/2007
Your leak is most likely coming from your distributor,it needs new oil seals.Take off the cap and you will see oil inside.....
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submitted by oil leak on 22/06/2005
Hello i have a 1986 mr2 with the same problem and i know where ad what you are talking about. a mechanic told me that it prob my cam seals and if you ....
Toyota MR2 MK2 Turbo - misses when boosting
submitted by andy.h on 16/02/2005
the car misses when under boost when i put my foot to the floor and is worse if i turn the boost up but will get to full revs if i dont put my foot right down,this is doing my head in please help.
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submitted by alex on 11/02/2007
I had the same problem. The plug wires were the problem for me. Or check the rotor and distributer cap maybe spark plugs too.....
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submitted by Chunks on 24/02/2005
Have you tried removing the battery for about a minute and then replacing it. This normally sets the ecu back to factory settings, it then learns fro....
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - turbo conversion
submitted by Russell on 15/02/2005
hi, i've got a 1995 g-limited mk2 and i was thinking of putting a turbo engine in it, does anybody know if it can b done? thanks
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submitted by Chunks on 24/02/2005
It can be done but you will need the whole thing, gearbox, engine, ecu, wiring, etc. Not a small job. ....
Toyota MR2 MK1 N/A - 3sge horsepower?
submitted by Adam on 11/02/2005
can anyone tell me what ACIS is? apparently thats the only difference between a 1991 3sge engine and a post 1994 engine yet the horsepower difference is fairly significant. is there any way of slapping this on an old 3sge? or am i just being naive? cheers guys.
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - MR2 MII - Just bought it and found a NOISE!!!!!
submitted by Simon Huckle on 10/02/2005
I've just bought a 1990 n/a efi? don't know what that means! Anyway, i was driving and it cut out on me! I restarted it and found a tapping noise coming from the engine bay! it doesnt do it when idleing but gets louder when reving! This is obviously bad but what is it. I havn't driven it scince coz it sounds like it will blow up!! PLEASE help dianose and if you know a good cheap garage around silversone area? Thanks Simon
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - MR2 MII - Just bought it and found a NOISE!!!!!
submitted by Simon Huckle on 10/02/2005
I've just bought a 1990 n/a efi? don't know what that means! Anyway, i was driving and it cut out on me! I restarted it and found a tapping noise coming from the engine bay! it doesnt do it when idleing but gets louder when reving! This is obviously bad but what is it. I havn't driven it scince coz it sounds like it will blow up!! PLEASE help dianose and if you know a good cheap garage around silversone area? Thanks Simon
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - MR2 MII - Just bought it and found a NOISE!!!!!
submitted by Simon Huckle on 10/02/2005
I've just bought a 1990 n/a efi? don't know what that means! Anyway, i was driving and it cut out on me! I restarted it and found a tapping noise coming from the engine bay! it doesnt do it when idleing but gets louder when reving! This is obviously bad but what is it. I havn't driven it scince coz it sounds like it will blow up!! PLEASE help dianose and if you know a good cheap garage around silversone area? Thanks Simon
Toyota MR2 MK2 Turbo - poor full throttle performance
submitted by PETE CHARLTON on 04/02/2005
91 mr2 turbo from hell.The car has many minor problems but main one is no go at high revs.Up to 1/3 throttle car is quite lively but anything more results in loads of vibration and very litle acceleration.when leaving a motorway after a few miles the car will refuse to take full throttle (although i can hear turbo spinning up and boost gague is at max) often leaving me stuck in the middle of a roundabout.The only way out is 1/4 throttle and lots of clutch slip.Changing fuel filter cured this problem but after a couple of days it was back again.Disconecting fuel pipe to check fuel pressure(which was ok)again cured problem.car was awesome fun for a cople of days before performance tailed off again.Now disconecting and re conectincg fuel line has little or no effect.I have replaced air filter,dizzy cap,rotor arm,plugs and leads,replaced cat whith de cat pipe,ecu,air flow meter and all vaccum and turbo hoses.Plugs look weak but fuel consumption is awfull(16mpg)but i still love the damn car!On the few occaisions its been 100% its awesome.Am i missing something obvious? Any ideas would be greatly appreciated.
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submitted by mike on 24/12/2008
Hi have you changed the fuel pump?....
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submitted by Jordan Stewart on 09/01/2008
knock sensor....
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - Engine Timing Belt
submitted by Terry on 02/02/2005
I had a timing belt fitted to my mr2 ever since then when the engine idles im getting a bit of a wining noise could the belt have been fitted to tight. any suggestions please
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - knocking noise from the bottom end
submitted by Dean on 25/01/2005
when driving my car the oil light came on so i pulled into my work place and got a friend to bring some oil up as i didn't want to drive it like that. once i put oil in i started the car and i heard a knocking noise from the bottom end, the AA came and towed me home. my dad started to take the sump off, when he drained the oil out we found that there was plenty of oil in there, more than i put in. the shell bearing's were slightly marked, could it be the oil pump? we also took the cam belt caseing off to find shaving's of metal around the caseing. there was no shaving's in the oil, no smoke when i lasted stared the car or loss of power have you any ideas what this could be???
Toyota MR2 MK1 N/A - engine oil/pressure
submitted by steve Dalton on 17/01/2005
please help me. I just bought my first MR2. Firastly I can't find the dip stick, How do I check my oil level? and second when the car is warm and at idle the oil pressure reads half way, if I drive at about 60 the pressure increases to about 3/4. Is this normal?
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submitted by mark on 16/02/2008
hi there i have just done an oil and filter change on my 1989 mr2 4-age also had the cambelt done but since doing this the oil pressure guage when ide....
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submitted by Cesar on 21/02/2005
Hey.. The dipstick is on the rear passenger side of the engine compartment, just next to the radiator cap. To ckeck the oil level, make sure the car ....
Toyota MR2 MK1 N/A - My check engine light stays lit since the engine swap, what does this mean
submitted by Jose Romero on 16/01/2005
I have a 1985 toyota mk1 MR2. The car went through an engine swap due cause the previous one had blown. It went from a 4A-GE black and blue top and swapped it with a new 4A-GE redtop that belonged to FWD vehicle that was just under 30,000 miles on it. Ever since the check engine light stays lit and don't know how to diagnostic the problem. I know there's a problem somewhere cause during the installation some vacuum hoses and wires from the harness didn't go with car and I tampered with the harness for the engine to run. The engine runs great but at times when going fairly far and stop at a stop light the car starts idling at a low rpm and then eventually turns off. What can I do cause I don't have a clue.
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - 1996 Mk2 MR2 G-Ltd - Oil / Engine / Clutch
submitted by Nick Wright on 11/01/2005
I have a slight ticking noise coming from the engine on tickover when the cars had a good run, is this just the tappets and is this normal? If so, should a flush and new oil sort it as i have only recently bought the car? Also, what oil do people recommend? Finally, just had a new clutch fitted and the clutch bite is about half way up the pedal travel, is this normal? Was expecting it to be lower down?
Toyota MR2 MK1 N/A - I have had a graduall loss of power since purchasing the car
submitted by Jeremy Koller on 06/01/2005
I think it is my headgasket but would like to know from someone with experience. When i bought the car it ran like a champ, balls to the wall plenty of power however after about 100 mi i started loosing a good deal of power when engine reached normal oper temp. but had normal amount of power during cold start and it lasted that way for quite a while i recall one day having a major power prob (after the intial loss) due to lack of coolant luckily i had only driven about a 1/2 mi with this problem then quickly added coolant and the problem ceased though i had not gotten my full power back. that was about three months ago. more recently i have lost more power yet again. i had thought it to be the O2 sensor til two days ago when i replaced it and no results. i have also changed oil within the last 500 mi when i did though there was an extremely low amount less than a quart no creamy residue though. spark plugs are new. i have no steam coming from my exhaust though. i also have a weak idle between 500 and 600 during the summer with the AC on the car didn't have enough power to run at idle speed and i have to rev the car up when accelerating from first to about 2000 rpms i can't not get the car moving from a stop with just the clutch.
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - Exhaust Smokes at 4-5K Revs
submitted by Scottie on 30/12/2004
Got a 1990 MR2 Rev1, a mate at work pointed out that he had seen the exhaust smoking one day when I took off (engine was warm). Got him to drive off in the car while I watched, about the 4,000 to 5,000 Revs smoke started coming out of the exhaust, the smoke I saw was grey, and the smoke my mate saw the first time was grey with a tint of blue (note this is a non turbo). Would anyone have an idea if this is to do with the Piston Rings, and or a new Head Gasket?
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submitted by Jusso on 02/02/2005
It may be 1 of the three rings (there are three piston rings, 2 compression rings and an oil scraper ring below the two). The same thing happened in m....
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - engine
submitted by mike on 21/12/2004
my car has just been to toyota in n devon for new shimes, �150.00 later and it now sound worse than it did before, also then car has never been as quick as it should be maybe due to the k&n air filter, flat spots, seems to go better the less you put your foot down. Please any info on shimes and air filter would be great my mr2 is the baby 2.0 gt what should the performance be? is it worth changing the engine for the more bhp?
Toyota MR2 MK2 Turbo - oil leak from oil filter
submitted by edwin on 16/12/2004
im tring to find out exactly why the oil filter get loose after I install a new filter oil starts gushing out
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submitted by dmister2 on 29/12/2004
Had the same problem when the filter is tighten by hand. I bought a tool especially made to tighten oil filter. You can get then in any good autopart....
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - Engine missfire when cold - no power
submitted by Lee on 05/12/2004
Hi. I have a 91 uk spec mr2 mk2. when the engine is cold it feels lumpy with no power. As the engine warms up the problem fades away. Real urgent to get problem fixed as car is for sale and my new mr2 is on way. Please please can someone give a possible solution.
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - chip for 1990 n/a mk2 gti t bar
submitted by Adam on 04/12/2004
Im looking into getting my Beast chipped. anybody got any recommendations?
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - cambelt change
submitted by richard on 30/11/2004
when does the cambelt have to be changed on a 1992 mr2 2 litre gti
Toyota MR2 MK1 N/A - replaced head in my 86 MR2
submitted by Debbie Roop on 17/11/2004
Timing belt broke ,replaced head and belts and the car starts and ildles perfect,but went I put it into drive it runs extremely rough. Vaccum?
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submitted by david2222 on 05/07/2008
how to install timing belt on a 1986 mr2....
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - engine missing..
submitted by Ryan on 15/11/2004
i have a 1991 mr2 and when i accelarate at rpms just under 2,000 my engine misses and bogges. Ive tried to correct the timing many times, and have replaced the entire ignition system. Any ideas??
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - Stuck in 2nd
submitted by Dayton on 10/11/2004
I've had my mr2 for about 3 years and its a 5 speed non turbo. It's stuck in 2nd. i can move the shifter forwards and back but not side to side but regardless it wont come out of gear i was thinkin it was linkage but i cant phsically see anything wrong with the two link cables cept the one toward the passanger side moves and the other closest to the driver side doesnt. but they both seem to be connected at the trany and the shifter. I just had a new clutch plate put in about 4 months before this happend. I can push in the clutch and it does what its supposed to {the clutch anyway} but no matter what it still stays in 2nd when i let off of it. Im still leaning toward the linkage but i dont really have a clue. To be it all i hadnt raised any heck in my car for a good while before this happend. Thank You for your time.
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submitted by Dayton H. on 17/12/2004
The cables are connected fine but the upper lever doesnt move but the lower one does. Now some how ive got it stuck in reverse and it wont come out. A....
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submitted by Chunks on 12/11/2004
Sounds like at least one of your linkage cables has broken.
You should be able to move the levers on the gearbox to see if the gears are selectin....
Toyota MR2 MK1 N/A - How to rebuild an MK1 MR2???
submitted by Michael Haussmann on 01/11/2004
I just had the head gasket replaced and the top half rebuilt and machined but the bottom end went out not even a week later. machine shops won't do it because they can't gurantee the work so I need some help maybe some tips and how-to's , step-by-step, and/or some pics on how to rebuild the bottom half and/or whatever else I need to do. Please help me
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submitted by Chunks on 12/11/2004
Hmm, thats unfortunate.
It might be worth buying a bottom end from somewhere like Fensport, it will probably be cheaper.....
Toyota MR2 MK1 SuperCharged - mk1 supercharger: HELP! pulley/belt problem
submitted by Jon Glover on 10/10/2004
Hi all My aircon pump has seized and snapped the belt that runs the waterpump and supercharger. Problem is the aircon will be too expensive to replace (I dont use it anyway, currently no gas). Between my garage and I, we've decided to try find a smaller belt that will run the waterpump and supercharger but bypass the aircon. Has anyone done this or know if there is a belt from another vehicle that will do it? Its a 5 v groove belt but will be smaller. Did the 4a-gze or mr2 supercharger ever come with no aircon? I've had trouble identifing which pulley on the engine is which (seven in total including alternator, crank etc). Does have any diagrams (such as in a Haynes manual) that explains them? The one that has seized appears to be on the side or just below the supercharger but garage seem confident this is the aircon pulley. The car has an HKS pulley, I believe this is fitted on the crank or the supercharger? Any help is much appreciated. email@example.com Thanks
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submitted by Chunks on 21/10/2004
Youll probably find diagrams at the MK1 SC Registry site. Im sure someone there has done this, as removing the aircon will increase the power.....
Toyota MR2 MK2 Turbo - temp gauge
submitted by mark on 09/10/2004
my temp gauge never goes over quater way no matter how much i give the car stick is this normal if not where should the gauge be reading on average when give the car a bit of a seeing to.if temp gauge wroung what should i do to cure this problem?
Toyota MR2 MK1 N/A - smoking engine after oil change
submitted by Rob Huerta on 08/10/2004
I just had my oil changed and my car is starting to smoke. I have changed my own oil and never experinced this before. I thought maybe they spilled some oil on on the exaust manifold but im not sure. I also am fearfull that perhaps they put on the wrong oil filter. They told me to just run it and that it would burn off in acouple days if things dont change im going to take it back. Ill let you guys know till then any ideas?
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submitted by Jessey on 30/01/2008
I have the same problem on 1987 Mr2. the auto part gave me a frame filter for 1988 and it looks the thread on the filter rod is bad, I tried installin....
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submitted by k. martin on 15/08/2005
the garage called me, told me to bring the car back someone goofed and put too much oil in it. took it back they drained it and and put the right amou....
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submitted by kl martin on 15/08/2005
what do i do....
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submitted by Chunks on 21/10/2004
Sounds like they could have over filled it. Have you checked the oil level? ....
Toyota MR2 MK2 Turbo - poor aceleration when car warm
submitted by mark on 03/10/2004
when first started and warm up a bit car pulls like a dream but when after 5 miute of driving car seems to not acelerate as well it boost as normal also if you floor it in say 3 gear hardly no power but it half throttle it and build the revs up it pulls allright? any ideas?
Toyota MR2 MK1 SuperCharged - car stutters and dies on the road some times?
submitted by jun on 10/09/2004
i have a 88 mr2 supercharged and sometimes the rpm gauge stutters from 1000- 500 or less rpm . then it dies for some odd reason . i need to know what the probem/problems are . i was thinkin about maybe my oxygen sensor. or i dont . but i really need help on this problem
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submitted by Chunks on 22/09/2004
Do you mean that the engine dies or the rpm gauge dies? If its the engine it could be a few things:
1) You have air in the water system and its ....
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - overheating engine
submitted by graeme manison on 02/09/2004
after driving 20 miles or so, on slowing down to a stop or under 30mph the engine sterts to overheat, have changed thermostat, rad cap, pressure tested pipework all normal, both enginebay and rad fan functioning, pump and radiator appear to be working, inlet pipe from rad is cool outlet pipe is hot, no loss of water from system. on increasing speed when temperature rises to 3/4 or more on the gauge 80% of the time the temp decreases on the cockpit gauge to normal within a second. any ideas of the problem would be appreciated.
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submitted by Domenic on 15/05/2005
Hi, I am on my 2nd Mr2. Have same heating problem. Lost 1st car when I over-heated engine. Have learned that some of the 15 water hoses fall apart on ....
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submitted by lex2641 on 03/11/2004
if nothing others have mention end up working, that means your engine block is warped. ....
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submitted by Chunks on 22/09/2004
Have you actually taken your water pump out and inspected the fins on the spindle?
The pump could "seem to be working" but it might just be spinn....
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - AFTERMARKET AIR FILTER/SPARK PLUGS
submitted by DAMON SMITH on 26/08/2004
Hi, please could somebody give me a hand on this subject. Firstly i am just about to order a K & N induction kit for my 94 MK2 3sge engine (173 bhp). They wanted to know when ordering whether mine has an air flow meter. I havent got a clue...does anyone know if i have or havet got one or know where to find out? Secondly which heat rating are the spark plugs in my car...again Im stumped. If anyone could point me in the right direction, I would be very grateful. Many Thanks, Damon.
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submitted by EdShift on 28/05/2009
My Uk rev3 mk2 na does have an airflow meter. When I fitted my K+N it was sitting low down in the engine bay. Left hand side. Mid way back. Pretty sur....
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submitted by pasolo1 on 04/09/2004
hi i have just fitted a k&n to my mk2 n/a import it has the 3sge engine and mine didnt have the air flow meter. On the air box (not the main filter c....
Toyota MR2 MK2 Turbo - Head Gaskit
submitted by Paul Harris on 16/08/2004
I've just had the head gaskit replace on my MK11 Turbo 1991. I've had a HKS set put on, i've had the water pump replace and a lot of the turbo pipes. I've only driven it about 100 miles since the work has been done. When i stop driving and parked the car up there is a lot of smoke coming out of the engine bay smells like burning oil but i'm not losing any oil. Also i can hear the water boiling but no water is boiling out of the overflow pipe. Does this sound normal after getting the head replace? Thanks.
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submitted by Paul Harris on 19/08/2004
Thanks for the advise, the system has been bled thouroughtly. It doesnt seem as if im losing any water its still full. Ill get the person that did it ....
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submitted by Chunks on 17/08/2004
Has the system been bled thouroughly? Have the water levels dropped? It could be that some oil has been spilt and is burning off but I would get it ....
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - Timing for N/A Mk2 Mr2
submitted by Chris on 10/08/2004
Could anyone out there tell me what the correct timing for a 1993 G-limited Import is because it wont quite hit the limmiter, it sounds a bit strangled when thrashing it when nearing the red line. I have a Apexi air filter, Magnex exhaust wit de-cat pipe and it has possibly been chiped before i bought it. Any help would be cool! Cheers, Chris
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submitted by Chunks on 17/08/2004
Not sure exactly about the timing but I assume you are running it on Optimax or a similar high octane fuel? ....
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - Not a problem 5sfe Racing Headers selling on ebay
submitted by TORY FERGUSON on 04/08/2004
I was wondering if anybody with a mk2 has bought headers and down pipe for their mk2 mine is the 5sfe 91n/a 2.2LT I was wondering if you had any real gains? They are claiming 18-20HP.
Toyota MR2 MK1 N/A - Overheatting
submitted by Bill on 20/07/2004
hey there...well im having problems with my Mr2...it started overheating badly..it would hit the redline..i took it to a mechanic and told me it was the radiator and that one of the fans was busted...Got new radiator and a new fan...but it was still overheating..Do you know what the problem might be.. P.S and when it overheats it idles weird..goes from 1rpm to 2 rpm constantly...and the coolant plastic box boils up..
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submitted by Engineer13 LOCAL 501 on 05/07/2008
also i would check to see if when they put water in the system that they also had the car in heat mode there could be alot of trapped air in the sys....
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submitted by Chunks on 17/08/2004
The weird idling is normally because of air in the water system.
I would check your water pump and thermostat as the blades on the water pump cor....
Toyota MR2 MK1 N/A - swap
submitted by francisco aponte on 18/07/2004
i have a 88 n/a mr2 but its really beat up so i bought a new body the problem is that it is a supercharged body but it is a 88 can i still swap out the engine without anyproblem and if i need to do anything extra what do have to do
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submitted by josh on 04/12/2004
every thing should be fine the only difference is the rear tranny mount ....
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submitted by Chunks on 22/09/2004
Do you want to sell the engine cover?....
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submitted by Chunks on 17/08/2004
The only thing that is different I believe are the gearbox mounting points, I think.
How did u manage to get an s/c body? ....
Toyota MR2 MK1 SuperCharged - SUPERCHARGER HT LEADS
submitted by Jon Glover on 13/07/2004
Hi All, Has anyone had trouble getting supercharger HT leads? A parts dealer told me that ONLY original genuine Toyota leads are available for the supercharger (they are diffrent from NA leads). The company sold me Blueprint pattern leads which didn't fit. The dealer says that he's done some research and Blueprint have admitted they have made a mistake as none of the supercharger leads they make fit and have recently taken them off their catalogue. Bosch dont do SC leads either. Nology and Magnecor do Can anyone shed any light as I want to be sure I dont buy expensive Toyota leads when I dont need too. I've been quoted �63 inc vat. Maybe I should consider magnecors or nology leads if they're gonna be this much? If anyone can help my email is email@example.com Thanks
Toyota MR2 MK1 N/A - Has my headgasket gone?
submitted by RICHARD ATKINS on 08/07/2004
Going along M25, doing steady 80mph, Orange warning light comes on, temp gauge goes off scale. No lack of power,(no cut out either, I've had that before when overheating through no water in system) though funny ticking/knocking coming from under my feet(driver), to the left (RHD car). Pulled over, checked radiator, empty. Filled it up, waited in idle until temp gauge back to normal, then set off. 3 miles further on, same thing. Filled up again, but this time noticed all the water pouring out from just under the pedals (sort of front right, parallel with back of front wheel). Thinking it was a burst hose, called out RAC for tow home. RAC man arrived, filled it up with water and no leak. He put the rad cap back on and out poured the water from the same place. His diagnosis was that, due to a pressure build up, it was coming out of the hose that was retained with a spring clip, because it was the point of 'least resistance'? I thought that was what the rad cap or overflow did? the place of least resistance. Anyway, he therefore concluded that it was the head-gasket. Would he be correct? Anybody else experienced similar? Please help as I don't really want to have to replace the head-gasket. If I do, how hard or easy is it? Do I need any special tools?
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - Using too much fuel
submitted by Chris Dyne on 07/07/2004
I have a 1994 MR2 Rev 2, it seems to be using too much fuel and there is white smoke coming from the left exhaust (until i put my foot down, then it comes out of both). also there is oil driping onto the drive and i think it might be coming from the bottom of the engine as there is a lot of it around the bottom of the engine. I have used a can of stopLeak oil additive but to no avail.
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submitted by Jonathan Saitzyk on 14/01/2005
Yes check the oil pan gasket which may have dried out and started to leak oil and also check into the valve stems which also will wear and start the w....
Toyota MR2 MK1 N/A - co2
submitted by chalotte Fleur on 05/07/2004
Hi Can you help me, Please I need to know what the normale co2 is in the 4a-gze motor. When is new. If I can not finde this i loos my car
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - RPMs max out at 6000
submitted by Chad Wright on 05/07/2004
My 1991 runs great until the RPMs reach about 6000. After that, the engine just stays there and won't go any higher. Anyone know why?
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submitted by Gtr on 16/03/2005
yeh try checking that your getting full throttle i had simler prob and found that it was only getting 3/4s was just a case of ajusting the cable cos t....
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submitted by Mista2 on 07/10/2004
Wow... Thats there to protect your engine from the dumb stuff your doing to it. sad to say that the engine probably will stand your abuse for awile bu....
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - Engine Keeps Cutting out / Spluttering
submitted by Sarah McCluskey on 30/06/2004
I have a uk mr2 1992, and it keeps cutting out when I approach a junction. It then does not restart for several minutes. In addition to this, when stationary the rev counter goes up to 2500rpm for about 10 seconds, and then drops right down to about 500, and sometimes cuts out. Also when I am driving it sometimes starts to splutter as the revs drop down, and then suddenly lurches forward when the revs return. Please can anyone help, it is driving me crazy, and as it is an intermittent fault, it never does it when I take it to the garage, so as yet nobody has been able to tell me what is wrong with it.
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submitted by paul on 25/01/2008
coud be timing slipped cheqe timing thats wat was wrong with mine going perfect now....
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submitted by Michelle on 28/05/2007
I have a 1991 that is doing the same thing, no one knows whats wrong with mine either. In order to get yours to re-start at a junction, do you have t....
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submitted by Mista2 on 07/10/2004
It sounds to me like a Ignition control moduel. had that same problem with my camro and it was my ignition control moduel. Note i do have 2 91s one tu....
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - overdrive light flashing on 1991 g-limited auto
submitted by darren spiers on 27/05/2004
just had a replacement engine fitted..now the overdrive light is flashing ,im told it needs to be reset.....the problem is im in germany and toyota say they may have have a problem to resetas it is a english car ...bollocks i know but..... can anyone help me with this one please ???
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - 1993 MR2 Sounds Horrible
submitted by Dom on 13/05/2004
The car was running fine, then after returing home and leaving the next day I had a lot of vibration in the steering wheel and the car sounded Like a lawn mower. If anyone can offer any help please do.
Toyota MR2 MK1 N/A - High pitched whistle from engine and knocking under accel
submitted by Kolley on 10/05/2004
Hello, My 1989 mk1 is whistling from the engine, the whistling continues when the engine is turned off for a couple of seconds and then shuts down when something mechanical clicks. It only happens when the engine is warm. The engine also occasionally knocks/rattles when warm also. Anybody have any ideas? Thanks K.
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submitted by rob on 13/05/2004
check for vacuum leaks air leaks or obstructions in your intake. to include all the tubes prior to the filter, the filter, air flow meter, throttle p....
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - how to replace altentor belt .
submitted by mike arthur on 10/05/2004
have to replace belt on MR2 mk2, can't loosen and remove main belt in order to install new one.
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submitted by Mista2 on 07/10/2004
Just did this on my n/a its poretty simple. Hers how ya do it. First losen the bolt thats on the left of the alternator its like a tensioner or wo....
Toyota MR2 MK1 N/A - Mr2 emmissions!
submitted by Danny Jenkins on 09/05/2004
AHHHH help. I have a toyota Mr2 mk1 but with the annoyance of the T-Vis engine. Recently had a new engine fitted as the old head and block had been totally warped by the previous owner. The guy thats fitting it has told me that he thinks theres a part missing! (not very reassuring) He said on the left side of the engine wall he has a couple of leads that dont plug into anything. One looking like a computer socket? Now i dont know much about engines but...its obviously not the ECU because it runs...the problem is its emmissions are at 9%! when they should be at 4%. My brother who is a bike mechanic said it could be the MAP sensor? I didnt know if anyone could offer any help...im baffled and wanna get my baby on the road! Thanks in advance
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submitted by p89dc on 24/11/2005
you can fix your poblem just registre in the www.toyota owners club.com a lot of fella will give u an advice....
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submitted by p89dc on 24/11/2005
you can fix your poblem just registre in the www.toyota owners club.com a lot of fella will give u an advice....
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submitted by richard fanis on 04/07/2004
my car had that emmision thing on the exhuast manifold , i change the manifold because it got cracked,the one i fit did not have the emmission thing o....
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submitted by rob on 13/05/2004
From what i can find all MK1 MR2s from 85-89 had the T-Vis on them accept for the 4AGZE engines in 88 and 89. It is possable your old engine was a 20....
Toyota MR2 MK1 N/A - MR2 MK1 wont idle
submitted by Kenetik on 04/05/2004
I bought a 1986 mr2 mk1. The car did not run when i purchased it. It would turn over, start but stop immediately. I sealed the tubing from the throttle body to the Air flow sensor. It ran great. Now I am having the same problem (although i am positive I fixed the leak). I replaced the vacuum hoses, but i think some are not in there right places. Would this prevent the engine from running? I also took the throttle body off and cleaned it and replaced the gasket. I can get the car to run if i play with the gas pedal when starting, when it gets warm it will run. Any Ideas?
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submitted by rob on 04/05/2004
Its a tight squeese but if you look up at the intake manafold from underneath the car you should see a set of vacuum tubes a valve and a check valve. ....
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - no start
submitted by Mauricio on 30/04/2004
i have a 87 mr2 No turbo. the engine turns over but turn off when i give it gas. I have cleaned the throttle body checked for sparks (good) and all fuses are good can anyone help me please email me firstname.lastname@example.com if you have any suggestions thank you
Toyota MR2 MK1 SuperCharged - Engine check light warning
submitted by Jon on 28/04/2004
Hi all On many of my journeys I get the yellow 'check engine' warning light appear. I've followed the process as described on this site: http://www.challoner.com/mr2/tech/diagnostics.html I got 2 flashes which means 'Pressure sensor signal' Problem: Open or short circuit in pressure sensor. Fault area is either Pressure sensor circuit, Pressure sensor or in ECU. This diagnostic test worked so I assume this error code sequence applies to the supercharger I have. My question is A) What the hell is the pressure sensor? B) Has anyone had this and fixed it? If anyone can help my email is firstname.lastname@example.com Thanks Jon
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submitted by Ryan Howell on 02/06/2008
Hi i had a similar problem that mine came on when i stayed at a steady speed or as soon as i hit 4000rpm, on my car fault 2 is MAF sensor or airflow m....
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submitted by Benny Maxwell on 14/01/2005
im having exactly the same problem in my 88 N/A.. no one has been able to tell me either. only way i can get it to go out is turn ignition off n bac....
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - 3S-GE Compression Test - What pressure should it be?
submitted by James on 26/04/2004
I've done a compression test on my '90 MR2 N/A GTi 3S-GE engine and have found that the pressure is between 204 and 208 psi on all the cylinders! I have had to change my head gasket anyway, and so expected to find lots of carbon on the cylinders but there was only a millimetre at most and everything seems to be in good order seeing as the cars done 146k. I can't find what the pressure should be on this model engine, but on the 4S-FE and 3S-GTE the manuals quote 178psi and 164psi respectively (I think off memory!). This makes my MR2 seem extremely high and I'm worried that if I put it back together again, I'm going to still have the same problem again. Can anyone put my mind at rest or give me another possible cause of this problem? Thanks.
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - Oil pressure switch
submitted by Blakey on 11/04/2004
My oil light is on permantly when the car is running but i know that there is plrnty of oil in the car, i want to change the pressure switch but not sure where it is and how easy to do, any help???
Toyota MR2 MK2 Turbo - 91 turbo boost problems
submitted by ricks on 08/04/2004
Mods:SUS Blitz Air filter,FCD at16PSI,No cats,TurboXSVOB,AluminumFlyweel and CrankPulley, Nology Wires & Stock CT26,DSBC Blitz BC(including VSV disable) & Spearco IC w/ 2.5" pipes. After installed all the mods I obtained full 15psi boost for a couple of days, then suddenly my turbine or whatever rattles at about 7-8psi sometimes at 10-12psi and can't boost any further. Is this a MAF related problem?, I checked my DSBC and it is ok. I know the turbo is leaking oil but very little. Is my turbo rattling at high boost? other than that the engine runs fine under low boost conditions. Any information would be appreciated.
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submitted by x on 08/04/2004
impeller shaft on the turbine is loose. Or your waste gate is fu**ed....
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - My head gaskets on its way out please help!!
submitted by Gary Bowles on 04/04/2004
I have a uk mk2 Mr2 2.0 gti t-bar 1990 H reg (3S-GE) and the head gaskets on its way out, the only problem is i can't find any hand manuals for the mk2 i know haynes don't do one, does anybody know of some hand books that would cover my problem!!! Thanks alot, Gary.
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submitted by rob on 05/04/2004
http://www.gearheadcafe.com/cgi-bin/store/agora.cgi http://www.alldata.com/ both of these sites sell alldata DIY wich is a very informative program.....
Toyota MR2 MK2 Turbo - Turbo dumpimg oil into intercooler and intake
submitted by Dameon D.Johnice on 30/03/2004
Raced the car one time only and assumed I blew the turbo seals, for oil gushed through the turbo to the intercooler and through the intake. I removed the turbo and had it rebuilt by Majestic turbo. Placed back on car and problem continues. Sent turbo back again, reinstalled and the same problem still assist. Turbo company states it is not the turbo, What else could cause the oil to be forced through the turbo and not back down the return. And it only occurs once boosted! Please help me1
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submitted by chris on 11/06/2007
it will be the turbo seals i had that problem with mine ....
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submitted by Jeff Wilson on 15/06/2004
I had same problem with mine. Had the head gasget done and once it was finished car was fine for bout a day. then became increasingly smoky, very quic....
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submitted by Martin Hubbard on 12/04/2004
could be blow by pressure pushing oil up through the breather in to the intake, Maybe. do a compression test.....
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - Cutting out plus lumpy idol
submitted by Dennis Anderson on 28/03/2004
When my mr2 is idoling it is'nt running smoothly but goes well when driving, that is until you come to nearly a stand still and it cuts out. This problem seemed to come on all of a sudden, It was'nt gradual. Tried new HT leads, spark plugs and fuel filter. None have worked, Please help
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submitted by Tom Stephens on 17/05/2008
Im having exactly the same problem right now - did you ever find out what it was? Id be really grateful if you could help. Thanks....
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submitted by Jonathan Saitzyk on 14/01/2005
Maybe it is the battery and or alternator.....
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submitted by John Margetts on 10/06/2004
Try the EFI temperature sender .. �41 from toyota....
Toyota MR2 MK2 Turbo - Exhaust
submitted by james bradshaw on 27/03/2004
Hi there can anybody help me, i have an mr2 turbo jap import the exhaust on it is a trust jasma exhaust with 1 pipe outlet is this exhaust anygood or should i change it ???? thanx James (UK)
Toyota MR2 MK2 Turbo - How do you get the Alternator out of the engine bay
submitted by PAUL HARRIS on 22/03/2004
Do you need to take the back box of the exhaust off to actually get the alternator out of the engine bay or is there another way. Please Help. Thanks
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submitted by Jim Rintoul on 31/07/2005
The alternator comes out from the top! Jack up the back of the car. Work from top and bottom. Disconnect the battery. Take off the electrical connecti....
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submitted by Graham on 28/11/2004
I have the same problem. Did you mange to get it out in the end?....
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submitted by Donal McCarthy on 03/05/2004
I have a 1992 MR2 non-turbo. Dont know where the Turbo is located but I imagine you shouldnt have to take off the exhaust to get the altenator out. Wh....
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submitted by Martin Hubbard on 12/04/2004
as far as i could tell yes, I had to take off the sub frame and exhaust from cat back in order to get mine out and it was a very fiddley job brut forc....
Toyota MR2 MK2 Turbo - metalic rattling noise
submitted by tony on 18/03/2004
when the engine is cold i cant hear any noise at all. give it 20minites or so until the engine is warm iam getting a metalic rattling noise from the enigine somwhere. If i rev up between 2 and 3000 rpm the noise is there, but only between 2 and 3000 rpm. this noise is really doing my head in ive got no ideas were its coming from if any one can help id be really great full. cheers tony.
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submitted by clint on 19/11/2004
Woooooooooah! i had this happen , sounded like a bag if $hit took it to loads of garages and no-one quite new what to do tried taking off heatcover et....
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submitted by rob on 23/03/2004
with an over head cam engine there isnt much to rattle. Your timing belt could have slipped and your hearing valve chatter. your exauset could be lo....
Toyota MR2 MK2 Turbo - turbo reconditoning
submitted by tony on 18/03/2004
Can anyone tell me the best place to send my turbo to be reconditioned. No cowboys please. Cheers .
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submitted by Martin Hubbard on 12/04/2004
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submitted by Jeff on 07/04/2004
I am in the same boat as you mate. Did you find anywhere to send it to thats reputable and not too costly. Cheers and all the best anyway Jeff j....
Toyota MR2 MK2 Turbo - Removing the alternator
submitted by PAUL HARRIS on 17/03/2004
i've taken the three bolts off the pivot bolt, adjusting lock bolt and adjusting bolt i've disconnected the drive belt and the two wires but the alternator still wont come out. it moves back and forward but wont slide out. is there another bolt which i'm missing or is it just jammed in any idea's thanks?
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submitted by Hengist Pod on 30/05/2007
A wee touch of WD40 or similar does wonders in getting it out of the top bracket. It *will* come out, because theres nothing actually holding it in th....
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submitted by Mike on 17/03/2004
The alternator is a very tight fit in the upper bracket. Even with the bolt completely removed, you need to do a lot of wiggling and levering to get ....
Toyota MR2 MK2 Turbo - Starter problem please help me...
submitted by Vin Diesel on 11/03/2004
Hey I have a 94 mr2 turbo and I have a problem with my starte. After trying to figure it out by myself and with the help of my mechanic I don't knwo what else should I do.. It happens especially when my car is cold. Everytime I try to turn on my car in the morning, the starter get stuck in the flyweel. It means that I can hear it spinning while the engine is running. Because it is bad for the flyweel I just turn off my car and start it again. It would do that like at least 10 times before my car starts normally. It does a very annoying noise. Like a drill or something. I first thought that it was the starter that was going bad so I got a rebuilt one and installed it. No success. After that my mechanic did a diagnostic and told me it was the ignition switch. So I changed it and it still does that motherfucking thing. I don t know what to do now. I have a new starter and a new ignition switch and wireharness. It pisses me off because my car runs perfect and is very clean except that annoying thing. Everytime I start my car and I have people around me it is very embarassing LOL you feel me bro. Now it happens more and more often even during the day. So please does anyone have a clue of what s going on with that starter that doesn t wanna come back????? Thanks a lot for reading and sorry for my english but I speak French Peace out
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - BROWN SLUDGE IN OIL CAP
submitted by CHRISTOPHER TIMMINS on 08/03/2004
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submitted by scottie on 09/02/2009
If the oil on your dipstick is more of a murky brown colour then you may be looking at a headgasket proble, saying you dont seem to be loosing much wa....
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submitted by me on 09/12/2004
You have a slight water leak inside your engine, water mixes with oil to produce this sludge, if the problem is bad like a lot of sludge persistantly ....
Toyota MR2 MK1 N/A - MR2 Mk1 - Funny idle and No power at revs?
submitted by Joseph Rara on 05/03/2004
Ok Here is the Problem. When I start the car it Idles at 500 RPM and when I gas it the engine hesistates. I would floor it and it would slowly go up on RPM but after holding the accelerator for awhile the RPM goes crazy and wont go beyond 3500 RPM. I have the 85 MR2 Stick shift, Naturally aspirated. By the way there is a crack in the big rubber hose between my Throttle body and Intake Manifold. I also hear hissing when the car is running.
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submitted by Chadr on 19/05/2004
I had this problem (I had alot of problems) ;-) Im supprised the engine even idles. The vacuum between the throttle body and the AFM is crucial. ....
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submitted by 86AW11 on 18/03/2004
sounds like a big vacuum leak. Fix the hose and try it out....
Toyota MR2 MK2 Turbo - NO BOOST OR VERY LITTLE
submitted by david rice on 01/03/2004
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submitted by Norm on 09/06/2004
I had a similar problem which was being caused by the wiring harness connector to the air flow meter. IF you disconnect it and the pins look black, tr....
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submitted by Martin Hubbard on 12/04/2004
Could be a problem with your actuator, sticking open maybe also corroded dizzy caps can cause problems when boosting.....
Toyota MR2 MK2 Turbo - 3s-gte intercooler sensor problem
submitted by Dexter Capino on 29/02/2004
How can I remove the check engine light indicating the error code (54: intercooler) I have installed and mounted an aftermarket intercooler at the front of my Corona, does anyone know how to fix this problem by bypassing the sensor of my previous intercooler?
Toyota MR2 MK2 Turbo - 91 MR2 TURBO OVERBOOSTING AND OIL ON TURBO
submitted by Rick on 25/02/2004
I have a 91 MR2 turbo and started to overboost when I give it gas to speed up and engine starts to die. When I looked at the motor I noticed oil around the turbo where a hose screws in I cleaned it and 30 miles later light oil is on turbo. Can anybody help????
Toyota MR2 MK1 N/A - Engine won't start.
submitted by Sam on 24/02/2004
Hi, I have a 85 mr2 and the engine stopped suddenly during driving. I pulled over and jump the battery and it works. Several days later, the same problem occured again, so I went home and replaced my alternator and battery (they were bad). Now it just not working anymore even if I jump the battery. The engine just crank but not starting. I checked everything that I knew. Any suggestion? please email me at firstname.lastname@example.com Thanks! Desperate for help.
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submitted by DJ on 19/12/2010
I have an 85 MR2 and bought it new. So I have a nice history based. Based on your description it sounds like you need a new fuel pump. My mechanic ....
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submitted by nick on 18/09/2009
my mr2 body was mesed bought a new one changed swapped in the original motor. didit get a tune up yet and no my mr2 1987 wont start and i dont know wh....
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submitted by email@example.com on 24/02/2004
Are you sure your charging system is working properly? Does your car have a draw on the battery when its off? are the battery terminals clean even d....
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submitted by firstname.lastname@example.com on 24/02/2004
Are you sure your charging system is working properly? Does your car have a draw on the battery when its off? are the battery terminals clean even d....
Toyota MR2 MK2 Turbo - Changed Fan and Timing belt HELP
submitted by PAUL HARRIS on 24/02/2004
i've changed the fan belt and the timing belt but now when i start the car there doesnt seem to be hardly any Rev's. The car will only get up to 10mph then it die's!!! Has any one had this same problem i'm going to take it all off again today to see if the timing belt is off by a notch does anybody have any other suggestions? 90 Turbo Import SW20. Thanks.
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submitted by Chunks on 28/02/2004
Sounds like a timing problem to me.....
Toyota MR2 MK2 Turbo - URGENT HELP - Timing Belt Change - Plunger Type Tensioner.
submitted by Richard Hopewell on 22/02/2004
Help please, I'm halfway through changing my timing belt on the '93 Turbo and have found the manuals I have don't cover my type of tensioner. I have a plunger type tensioner. does anyone have a 3SGTE engine manual that covers '93 engine? If so please can you left me have the instructions for removal / add of the tensioner. I have the following manuals and would be happy to return the favour if these could be of any use, Repair Manual for chasis and body - SW20 -Dec.1989 3S-FE, 3S-GE Engine Repair Manual Supplement Dec. 1989 1S, 1S-E, 2S, 2S-C, 2S-E, 3S-FE, 3SGE Engine Repair Manual Aug 86 3S-GTE Engine Repair Manual Supplement Feb'94 Please help , kind regards, Richard Hopewell
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submitted by dave on 02/04/2009
i have a 3sgte in bits dont have a manual but no about them what is the problem ican give u some tips ....
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submitted by Alexandru Winternitz on 07/06/2004
I could send you via e-mail the Autodata files regarding timing belt - 3S-GE engine (88kw, 115kW and 116kW). So, indicate me your address! Also, I am....
Toyota MR2 MK1 SuperCharged - Super Charger Oil or Fluid????
submitted by Amanda on 15/02/2004
Hey. Just bought a 1989 MR2 Supercharge. Fluid/Oil low in Supercharger. We need to know what kind of fluid/oil this thing( supercharger) takes, where to get it besides the dealer if possible. Any help would be wonderful.
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submitted by smart ass on 18/09/2005
buy a new car....
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submitted by Sioux on 12/04/2005
GM sell a supercharger oil that you can use in the mr2 also you just dont get the syring with it to put it in. but its much cheaper i got it for 6.00 ....
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submitted by Chunks on 28/02/2004
Fensport sell a supercharger oil specifically for the job. www.fensport.co.uk....
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - Smoking Exhaust
submitted by B on 10/02/2004
Ive noticed a burning smell once Ive stopped the car and smoke comes out of the left exhaust for a few minutes once the engine has been turned off. The car doesnt appear to be using much oil. Any ideas whats causing this?
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submitted by Jonathan Saitzyk on 14/01/2005
Look into the valve stems possibly leaking or perhaps it the valve or pistons seals.....
Toyota MR2 MK2 Turbo - 1st mr2 turbo
submitted by stefan killakanos on 10/02/2004
i have just got an 92 gt turbo with 65k, i have been driving it for a week, and now it feels as if it has lost power, the boost gauge is boosting up, but something does'nt feel right, also there is a metallic ratteling sound when i go over 3000 rpm, could anyone help me as this is my first mr2 turbo. Can anyone also help me with modding/tuning advice thanks
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submitted by Winson on 22/04/2008
I had the same problem, my gaskets by the exhaust manifold and the turbo were damaged from the heat. Bolts are known to come loose on 91/92 so check ....
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submitted by Martin Hubbard on 12/04/2004
try changing the dizzy cap and rotor arm for copper ones as once corroded it will struggle to spark under boost.....
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - Problem when starting from cold
submitted by Douglas Low on 09/02/2004
I found you after doing a search on Google and really hope someone can help me. I have just brought a M plate MR2 T-bar (jap import). When i start it from cold, first thing in the morning, the car turns over, fires up then the revs drop and it cut out. I turn over again and it needs help from a little tap on the accelarator to keep it going but will be okay after 20 secs or so. I also have a problem when i stop the engine revs flutter between 900 and 1000 revs. Toyota said it was a sensor and changed it and all was okay for a day or so now the engine splutters for a little bit then dies. PLEASE HELP
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submitted by jamie on 20/10/2004
the answer is quite simple, rather than look at the more difficult symtoms, look a bit closer and easier. Go get the engine tuned with a full diagn....
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submitted by John Margetts on 05/08/2004
try the EFI sensor first .. othrwise get it to a friendly dealer who has the proper diagnosti system. I have an 1992 mr2 turbo with exactly the same ....
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - Strange......
submitted by Dale on 25/01/2004
I recently bought a 90 mk2 GTi T bar. it seems in fairly good condition with 143k on it although it has a few problems. firstup is the engine. It seems to be fine but once it heats up the normal growl has a sort of high pitched whining/whirring noise through it. other symptoms include - white smoke, more like condensation that i seem to get when starting from cold. this seems to die away after a few mins driving. Occasionally I get it too when accelerating hard. It smells as though the mixture isn't quite right when you stand behind it. Also the temp gauge has stopped working too, it was fine to begin with but then started to dance around between cold and normal for a day then died completely. second, the rear passenger brake seems to stick when it freezes up at night. it then losens off after a few mins driving too. any help for these problems would be much appreciated........
Toyota MR2 MK3 - white dust on engine
submitted by sue on 25/01/2004
w reg mr2 mk3 white bits found on body paint lifted up bonnet engine covered sone in exhaust tail too am really worried is my pride and joy please help me
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submitted by dave on 28/01/2008
recommend checking the pre-cats, they are in the manifold of the exhaust, when they break up they can go into the engine and do immense damage so chec....
Toyota MR2 MK1 N/A - Engine is running rich
submitted by Jay on 24/01/2004
I have a 4age engine and it is blowing black smoke and backfiring between gears, what could be the problem, are there any sensors that can be tested and what are the correct figures that the sensor should produce( How do u test them)
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submitted by kaisar on 09/02/2007
for anybody else who gets this. The previous guy is right the vacum pipes are very old and start to crack replace with news OEM are best as samco aren....
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submitted by rob on 20/02/2004
looking up from the bottom at the intake manafold, insure that all the vacuum lines are hooked up. the best way to test the sensors it to buy the actu....
Toyota MR2 Other - 1985 mr2 turns over but won't start.
submitted by earl hanson on 15/01/2004
car making humming noise. turned off and then re-tried to start and it just turns over but no start.friend seems to think it's the fuel pump. if so, where is the fuel pump located on the 1985 mr2? thanks. earl hanson
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submitted by gtr on 16/03/2005
easy way to see if the pumps working turn the ignition on and listen for the pump it should run for about 2 seconds then turn of(humming in tank) if i....
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submitted by rob on 20/02/2004
Also before diging into the fuel tank check the sure things. For fire you need fuel, air, and spark. in your case it would be wise to purchace and us....
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submitted by mark on 16/01/2004
ok #1 have you checked the fault codes...just to make sure its nothing simple. cause the fuel pump is located inside the fuel tank and you need to rem....
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submitted by mark on 16/01/2004
ok #1 have you checked the fault codes...just to make sure its nothing simple. cause the fuel pump is located inside the fuel tank and you need to rem....
Toyota MR2 MK2 Turbo - not getting correct engine temp
submitted by tony on 09/01/2004
starting the car in the morn, temp gauge is showing the engine is warm but its not, blowers are cold for a while then get hot, at the same time temp gauge is going up and down like a mad one. some times a noise like air coming form the engine. plenty of coolant in the engine but will only give full boost when the engine is fully warmed up any ideas will be greatRegards tony.
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submitted by Chunks on 15/01/2004
Sounds like your cooling system has air in it somewhere. Try bleeding the system fully.....
Toyota MR2 MK1 N/A - A Different Type Of Idle Fluctuation
submitted by mark on 02/01/2004
i have a late model mk1 1987, when i start her first thing in the morn she strikes up and runs @2000rpm which is good. But when she warms up she starts hunting i.e the revs rasie and drop bye about 1000rpm. I have bled the water system 5 times now as most ppl say its an air lock. The thing is when it starts hunting if i turn the enigine off for a couple of mins and then restart she ticks over at 800rpm with no hunting. Till i drive her for a bit then the hunting starts all over again. Please Help as i look silly sat at the lights with a car that hunts lol.
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submitted by john herrley on 23/04/2008
The automatic air valve works great for a fix to your problem but my problem went from the hunting to just a fast idle.....
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submitted by Tony on 04/01/2008
As a quick-fix try, without the engine running, screwing the idle screw to the maximum and minimum travel a couple of times. Count the flats on your ....
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submitted by Paul on 25/11/2007
i think that may be a possible head gasket problem. Does the water temputure rise ? is theer lots of condensation in the exhusts?....
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submitted by FOOL PROOF BLEEDER on 09/02/2005
if its the head gasket you need a sniff test - a check for exhaust gas in coolant. I find the bleed coolant procedure is helped by jamming a coke b....
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submitted by Anton Clarke on 08/12/2004
The previous fix is usually correct, but I found a tiny bit of TLC often lessens or removes the problem. You should do the following before doing anyt....
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submitted by Dave on 08/09/2004
These are the identical symptoms to my identical model. After wasting time and money at Toyota agencies I finally traced the problem to the automatic ....
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submitted by gary ross on 04/07/2004
also check your a/c idel valve.it has a screw type adjustment on it,if itsscrewed out to far it will hunt for a good rpm range. just a thought.....
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submitted by Linden on 04/06/2004
This Problem Happened on My Mr2 (1988) It starting hunting. from 2000rpm up to 3000rpm and back.. you do look a Dick when sat at the lights.. and ....
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submitted by pete on 25/05/2004
its your air flow valve at the throttle body. to check and c if im right, the next time it does it, unplug the big plug that goes to the side of the ....
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submitted by rob on 20/02/2004
Something else to consider. The cooling system is regulated at 13PSI by the radiator cap. If the cap is faulty it will allow water to boil inside the ....
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submitted by rob on 20/02/2004
has anyone tryed taking the thermostat out of the car? Could it be a restriction in the exaust or the intake?....
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submitted by Chris Griffin on 13/01/2004
Ive had the same thing... I think i fixed the problem in the following way..On my car the T-VIS has only 2 vacuum pipes from the the throttle body. 1 ....
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submitted by Peter on 05/01/2004
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submitted by mark on 02/01/2004
is there a way of testing and telling if it is the head gasket 100% acurately?....
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submitted by Peter on 02/01/2004
Toyota MR2 MK2 Turbo - car shudders during accerleration
submitted by ryan on 01/01/2004
a couple of days ago, my 91 turbo began to shudder when i press the gas. the problem seems to go away when turbo spools up, but when turbo is almost at full pressure, the car starts to shudder again. i thought it might be the clutch, but when im in neutral, and rev the car, the car shudders until about 2000-2200 rpm. if anyone knows what might be the problem, please help.
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submitted by Jeff Wilson on 15/06/2004
I agree with previous guy. I had same problem. Car would shudder in low revs then suddenly kick in, but return at other revs. Eventually got worse and....
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submitted by Mike on 14/04/2004
Could be a dead cylinder, due to fuel injector problems, or simply lost compression, or spark plugs.. basically anything that could elad to a dead cyl....
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - engine vin number
submitted by michael on 01/01/2004
Please could tell me where i can find the engine vin number on a 1993 mr2. Please can u be very specific. many thanks
Toyota MR2 MK2 Turbo - Can't stop Overboosting Problem
submitted by Raymond on 29/12/2003
I have a 91 mr2 Turbo and I have tried over and over to stop it from overboosting. I took off the stock intercooler and I'm just running straight pipe with bov from turbo to throttlebody. I have a greddy manual boost controller and a Autometer boost gauge. The boost gauge would say I was boosting at like 8 lbs in first then 12 in second, and then it would hit the fuel cut in third (presumably well over 14 lbs). I changed the turbo actuator to a 5-8lbs actuator and it still does the same thing. Everything else is working fine no other engine codes it just wont stop overboosting.I have had the car for about 9 months and have been dealing with this problem for sometime. Thanks for any help.
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submitted by alex on 11/02/2007
I had the same exact problem and it started happening when I put my downpipe on. I had a full 3" from the turbo. no cats. The boost would creep up rea....
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submitted by Nitera on 07/03/2004
The charge temp going into you engine must be extreamly high you must replace you intercooler straight away, it is a well known fact that the stock in....
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submitted by Patrick busby on 29/01/2004
got to http://www.k1ano.co.uk/ very helpful also http://www.mrcontrols.com/ I have 1990 gte turbo and had same problem fixed using the advice on ....
Toyota MR2 MK2 Turbo - idle problems
submitted by keith bailey on 24/12/2003
engine running rich and will not idle on tick over i have been told its a sensor on the thermo housing there r three sensors 1 for the water gauge and 2 others could u tell me the correct name of the sensor
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submitted by bazmr2 on 10/10/2009
think it would be the coolant sensor (green one). had the same problem with my mr2. its fine when up to operating temp but rough when starting?....
Toyota MR2 MK1 N/A - rpm drop when clutch is pushed in
submitted by j. on 23/12/2003
I have an '86 mk1 mr2. When the engine is cold, runs normally, but after it has had time to warm up, when idling if clutch is pushed in, rpms drop about 400 causing engine to stall. Also, if while driving at about 3000 rpms I push in clutch, switch to neutral and release clutch, rpms will drop to around 500 and either stall or bounce back up to idle speed. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
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submitted by Rob Huerta on 08/10/2004
I have an 87 N/A and when i had my belts changed i experienced the same problem you might want to try checking your timing and if not that there is ....
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submitted by j on 22/01/2004
found the problem. the rpm pickup thing in my distributor was no good, so after the toyota place quoted me $451 and some change for a new one, i got ....
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submitted by Peter on 31/12/2003
Its not as bas a you think. my 87 mk1 had the same problem but all the ones i have driven lose rpm when the clutch is engaged. the stalling is new but....
Toyota MR2 MK1 N/A - BOUNCING IDLE
submitted by D-NIC on 23/12/2003
I have noticed that alot of people have this problem but everyone that answers them hAS A differant solution and the people still have their problem. so here goes the one that gets this right should be hailed as the MISTER King.. I have a 1988 mr2 mk1 16v 4age N/A and it runs great and pulls hard through total rpm range never overheats with good oil pressure it has A/C but the compressor recently froze so its not working.. on cold idle it is right about 1500 rpm but when hot most of the time ildes around 850 rpm when it gets hot (good operating temp) the idle bounces car stumbles then comes backand runs fine.. doesnt always happen and almost never dies.. also you should know that i have no cooling leaks outside or inside of the motor the coolant level is right and i havent opened the system so no air could have gotten in .. any help from the king of the MISTERS will be praised with the highest regaurd.. Thanx in advance D. NIC
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submitted by Sammy Z on 11/05/2009
Another vote for a leaky and soon to be blown headgasget. I had the same problem on my 87 N/A and it turned out to be a blown head gasget. The bou....
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submitted by Hmuda on 04/02/2009
Hi, I took mine for a computer readout, and it came back with codes 4 and 7, which are supposed to be the Coolinf Fan Sensor, and the TPS. I have chan....
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submitted by Patrick on 14/10/2007
most people I believe have issues with the waxstat valve. It is this funny little thing on the throttle body that controls the drop from 1500 rpm to ....
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submitted by kaisar on 09/02/2007
just for anybody else reading, could need TPS adjusting (Throttle Position Sensor) found on back of Throttle Body cured my bouncing idle had a loose s....
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submitted by Jose on 06/04/2004
I have an 88 MR2 N/A 1600 4AGE that once had this problem. One reason for the roling idle was for low coolant in the system. I know you said you dont ....
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submitted by bcrdukes on 16/02/2004
I have a 88SC and I had that problem. Its your starter due to a poor start. Fix it up and youll be fine.....
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submitted by Peter on 31/12/2003
ITS YOUR HEAD GASKET!!!! i know this as i have an 87 mk1 16v. i have tried everything else but to no availe. the problem lies as the head gaskets buil....
Toyota MR2 MK1 N/A - RPM FLUCTUATION
submitted by sam on 20/12/2003
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submitted by mark1 on 05/03/2010
i had a very similar problem...my injectors were blocked whic makes sense because little fuel was getting into cylinder...ideally you should change fu....
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submitted by red 85 on 27/03/2008
we had the same problem, wefixed all the vaccum issues and still had problems. so we changed the air flow/filter box thing to one from a newer car. we....
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submitted by Patrick on 06/09/2007
I have read that when you leave an older MR2 MKI without running it for 4+ months, the vacuum tubes can dry and crack. I believe a break in the vacuu....
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submitted by Tony Froude on 21/12/2003
hi, this could be a combination of problems, firstly have you lost any coolant from the car over the time its been sat, if so this would account f....
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - Won't reach correct engine temperature
submitted by Phil P on 18/12/2003
I have got a Mk2 NA and it won't seem to get to the correct engine temperature since the weather has been getting colder. During the summer months it was fine. The upshot is that it ticks over at 1500 rpm and it is drinking more fuel.....any ideas?
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submitted by Mark C on 02/03/2004
Change the thermostat in the cooling system. My "91" NA MK2 did the same....Halfords replacement is about �20. Easy to change, can be found in a bell ....
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submitted by Tony Froude on 21/12/2003
Hi, this is a problem that occurs on my mk1 since the weather has got cooler too, its due to the fact that the rad is low down and right at the fr....
Toyota MR2 MK2 Turbo - HEAD GASKIT
submitted by PAUL HARRIS on 17/12/2003
Does anybody know where to get a new head gaskit for a mr2 turbo 1990 import and how much it would cost. Thanks.
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submitted by Hengist Pod on 30/05/2007
I wouldnt go with the Toyota one, because it plainly isnt up to the job (how many of these have blown in the last couple of years? Get an aftermarket ....
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submitted by Mike on 17/03/2004
Toyota for an original Gasket or Fensport for an uprated one. The original gasket by itself is around �55, a full head gasket set is very expensive....
Toyota MR2 MK1 SuperCharged - Won't start.
submitted by Luis Estela on 13/12/2003
I have an 88'SC MR2 and I was driving and the engine just turn off. I check the plugs and I check if I hve spark and everything is fine. But the diagnosis code shows "air flow meter signal" and "Water temp. sensor signal"
Toyota MR2 MK1 N/A - Cold Idle high RPM
submitted by Des Noble on 08/12/2003
Where can I get an Auxiliary Air Valve to cure the high RPM from cold?
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submitted by Ryan on 15/11/2004
i have a 91 mr2 and my rpms always sit at around 2000. Even when the car warms up, i come to a stop and the rpms are high....any help guys?....
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submitted by Des on 22/12/2003
Thanks folks. Its takes a long time for the fast idle to drop so I suspected a faulty Auxiliary Air Valve (AAV). So I conducted a test I read about -....
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submitted by Tony Froude on 21/12/2003
you may also find that it idles higher than 2000 rpm at this time of year..... much to the delight of the neighbours at 6am !!!....
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submitted by mark on 12/12/2003
ok just a quick check here. you do know that the MR2 idles at 2,000 rpm when cold as standard then as the car get warmer the idle drops.....
Toyota MR2 MK1 SuperCharged - map sensor
submitted by mahmoud khatib on 08/12/2003
hi every body i have a 4a-gze sc engine and its not runing well, its taking fuel like a v8 engine and somone told me that the map sensor i have is not the original one for my car, so pls can any one tell me is this proplems really may be from the map sensor and pls advice me for the right place to get the oroginal map sensor
Toyota MR2 MK1 SuperCharged - missing vacume pipind diagram
submitted by mahmud khatib on 04/12/2003
pleas help me i need the vacume (piping diagram) for my 4a-gze engine cause after i rebuilted it i founded that i can put the pipes again to its normal holes so can any body tell me how or where i can get a diagram for what i need
Toyota MR2 MK1 N/A - power problems
submitted by mahmud khatib on 04/12/2003
hi every body, my main problem is the when my engine temperature arrive to the halfe the car start getting crazy and its lost almost 50% of its power and after i connetct the fans to work all the time its back to normal, pls can any one help me
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submitted by PETER on 08/12/2003
Toyota MR2 MK1 SuperCharged - consuming alot of petrol
submitted by mahmoud on 04/12/2003
he every one my main proplem is that my car cosume petrol like a V8 engine and its gets black smoke out, so can any one tell me what thay may be from pls help me
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submitted by WYLLIEGONZ on 30/03/2004
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - Engine Noise.. Cams? Big Problem?
submitted by MICHAEL ISHERWOOD on 30/11/2003
Hi, I have recently purchase an MR2 1991 import and all of a sudden I am getting a knocking on the engine when starting and reving, what can it be and can it be easily fixed? No major loss of power or smoking but maybe sounds like the cams? If so, are they expensive and where can I find them?
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submitted by Ethanol 4age Bled-Top Hybrid on 13/03/2008
If It Is A Very Violent Sound It Could BE Your Big Ends Man i Just Replaced my engine cause of that. now i Have Vacuum Problems....
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submitted by Tom Hoek on 07/10/2004
Check your oil level, if its to low, you should fill it ut till the level is on max. In my case it helped a lot in the Noise.....
Toyota MR2 MK1 N/A - engine compartment cover
submitted by nik on 23/11/2003
The engine bay release mechanism on my mk2 mr2 has broken. How can i access the engine bay now ??
Toyota MR2 MK2 Turbo - Full boost then cuts power
submitted by Darren on 19/11/2003
Occasionally I like to give the car a bit of a workout. But twice over this last year, I have pushed the car to full boost, then the car will suddenly lose power and the orange/yellow alternator light (I presume this is meant to be the turbo light) appears on the dashboard. I can still accelerate but if I go past 3,000 rpm's (where the turbo kicks in) the rev's die again. There doesn't appear to be any smoke or unfamiliar noises from the engine. And if I leave the car for a few hours all seems to be well again. It first happened to me abour eight months ago and once again recently with no problems in between. I wondered if this something to do with the turbo getting to hot and having a safety cut. It has a Blitz dump valve and Super power flow induction kit. Just replaced the rusted, holey Japanese exhaust with a mongoose so maybe that was the problem with lack of back-pressure. Car seems to accelerate much smoother now than when I had the old exhaust (really jumped when the turbo kicked in). Apologies for the long explaination, only had the car for a year now so I guess it's best to explain as much as poss. Any suggestions?
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submitted by phil on 09/02/2005
sounds like over boosting. get a boost valve and turn it down. or if you have one already close it slightly.....
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submitted by Mike "91 Yellow MR2 Turbo" on 25/11/2003
Your hitting fuel cut, this is normal in all Mr2 turbos. Toyota has put a safety mechanism in so that when your turbo reaches higher boost levels it w....
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - thick smoke when cold
submitted by michael gillard on 18/11/2003
I have 1993 gti. when the engine is cold(at start up) the smoke from exhaust is very thick and theres alot of it, but after 5-10 mins, its fine; no smoke. Any suggestions?
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submitted by Won Cho on 23/06/2004
i have the same problem everytime, i took it to the shop two day before, and they told me, its the piston rings. And im not sure its that...is their a....
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submitted by Matt on 27/11/2003
Sounds like valve stem oil seals. ....
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - Oil Warning light flashing off then on then off when starting.
submitted by James on 16/11/2003
I have a 1990 G-limited, when i start it, it revs to 1500rpm and the oil warning light goes off, but it then drops to idle speed of 1000 rpm and the light flashes back on then off. After than it does not come one anymore. Does any one have any ideas? Thanks James
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submitted by Mista2 on 07/10/2004
It could be your oil pressure sending unit. Not an expensive part to replace so i would go ahead and try that, its also ez part to replace like a spar....
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submitted by Ian Saunders on 12/02/2004
I dont think this a problem as I have a 1990 Turbo and it does exactly the same. It could possibly be something to do with the filter draining out whe....
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submitted by Matt on 27/11/2003
Higher RPM at start up would be the choke. Its norm. Check your oil level. Dont know what else it would be.....
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - Overheated and cut out
submitted by william lawrie on 10/11/2003
Purchased car last week, while driving at normal speed temp gauge starting climbing and steam from front end, car then cut out, towed car home filled with water and restarted okay, is there a cutout on car to prevent damage? having read problem pages it seems to be that the cooling system seems dodgy to say the least. Any reply appreciated, car off road till service next week.
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submitted by peter on 10/11/2003
mr2s as rear engine cars have always had a problem over heating. im not sure if its the same problem with the mk2s but mk1s have the head gasket start....
Toyota MR2 MK1 N/A - ENGINE SWAP
submitted by Peter on 05/11/2003
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - NEED HELP..MY BABY MR2 DOES NOT START!!!!
submitted by Jay on 05/11/2003
CAN ANYONE HELP..WHEN I START THE CAR THIR RUNS FOR 2/3 SECONDS AND THEN SWITCHES OF,I WAS TOLD ITS THE FUEL PUMP OR THE FUES FOR IT,IF U HAVE IDEAS AND HELP ME LOCATE THESE WOULD BE GREAT..email me on firstname.lastname@example.com
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submitted by Chadr on 19/05/2004
I have a 1987 MR2, and I have the same problem. for me atleast its not the fuel pump, or injectors. I believe my problem is the Air Control Valve. ....
Toyota MR2 MK1 N/A - Engine squeals at startup or in the rain
submitted by Jeremiah Ragsdale on 04/11/2003
I've tried a little of everything, belt dressing, removing the a/c compressor belt, checking tension on the belt (which appears in fair condition, no cracking etc...) and still a loud squeal for a few seconds. I'm assuming this is an issue with the serpentine belt, could it be something else?
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submitted by Frankie on 09/05/2008
Water pump can be leaking onto your alternator belt...so check the water level and see if youre losing water. Especially if you find no other reaso....
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submitted by jay m. on 15/04/2005
Hi there.... I had this same problem too!!! I learned it to be that, because I had used an abundant amount of belt dressing, this actually caused a bu....
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submitted by Jeremiah Ragsdale on 10/11/2003
You definately helped me look in the right spot! Upon closer inspection, I noticed that the bracket holding the alternator in place was broken betwee....
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submitted by PETER on 05/11/2003
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - mk2 16v power loss and rattle
submitted by ste brown on 02/11/2003
after having the timing belt changed by a local back street garage the car came back with no power.The power came back after taking it back, they said it was a vacuum pipe.Now the power went again at a set of lights.I went to my girlfriends and the power came back on after it idled for 5, so i took it for a drive.Got only 10 mtrs and there was a funny wisping noise cam from directly behind my head then as i put it in reverse a seriously loud rattle came on from around the ex manifold area in the engine which then went off as i began to drive it home.But whilst driving home as i accelerated as the torque increased a high pitched rattle noise comes from my k & n and the power is still well down.The car has been back again and they say the timing is spot on.What could it be? please give any suggestions!
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submitted by Rob Huerta on 08/10/2004
I dont know whats up with the whistling but i had my belt change by some crapy back street garge as well and experienced the same problem. When i dro....
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submitted by CUERVO on 13/02/2004
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submitted by darren on 07/11/2003
it could be the big ends have gone and thats serious money the reason i think that is because i have just bought a jap import and the same thing happe....
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - overheating????
submitted by michael gillard on 30/10/2003
Sometimes the temperature gauge rises quite high and at the same time the hot air fans start to blow cold air. then all of a sudden the gauge drops to just above the cold and the air gets warm again and the temp gauge returns to normal. ANy ideas??? I have 1993 gti
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submitted by kieron on 18/12/2003
I`ve had the same problem with mine twice first time was a hole in the rad, when it got hot it was leaking i changed the rad. second time heaters blow....
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submitted by PETER on 06/11/2003
Toyota MR2 MK2 Turbo - Smoke from exhaust
submitted by j smitthy on 25/09/2003
Ive a 92 turbo - not all the time, but every few hours ill get a puff of white smoke from the exhaust. Itll last for say 2 seconds and then go!? any ideas..cheers
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submitted by shawn on 27/04/2004
sounds like oil breather seals. I have a 91 turbo that did the same thing, worse in cold temperatures.....
Toyota MR2 MK2 Turbo - Turbo oil
submitted by Rosendo Santos F on 21/09/2003
I own a 1991 MR2 turbo, a couple of days ago while I was driving it, the dash oil light came on and I notice lots of blue smoke coming from the tail , when I stop the Throttle body was full of engine oil coming from the intercooler,could this be a turbo problem and how do I fix it
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submitted by Mike on 25/09/2003
Sounds very much like a turbo oil seal problem. If this is the case the only way to fix this is to have a reconditioned turbo fitted.....
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - engine noise on startup
submitted by paul on 16/09/2003
hi sometimes my engine rattles a lot when started, this goes away afer about 5 seconds is this normall?
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submitted by Tom Hoek on 07/10/2004
It is a problem with the oil. when the car stands still for a while, a couple hours is enough, the oil will sink to the bottom. So theres little oil a....
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submitted by frank on 10/12/2003
Hello, do you have the original Toyota Oilfilter ? Only this Filter has a return seal for the �il !!! Great�s Frank....
Toyota MR2 MK2 Turbo - timing belt
submitted by andy on 11/09/2003
is it possible to change the timing belt on a 91 turbo yourself without dropping the engine?
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submitted by Mike on 25/09/2003
When people say that engine has to be dropped, you dont need to actually remove the engine. You simply need to unbolt a couple of the engine mounts a....
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - won't start (threw out rod)
submitted by gus on 26/08/2003
I bought this mr2 and the past owner said that the motor threw out a rod.. how do i know it did?? i mean it won't it cranks but won't start!! help asap thanks
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submitted by ron on 20/08/2004
pull the sparkplugs out and shine a light down the hole while someone hits the starter. If your pistons are going up and down, your rods are connecte....
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submitted by Mike on 25/09/2003
It should be fairly obvious if it threw a rod as there will be a LOT of damage, and very often the block will be holed. Generaly if an engine throws ....
Toyota MR2 MK2 Turbo - DUMP VALUE
submitted by PAUL HARRIS on 11/08/2003
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submitted by Mick F on 16/07/2004
I have recently bought a "Bailey" dump valve for my 92 SW20 from "Demon Tweeks" it cost just �120 and is good quality and sounds ace , the price also ....
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submitted by Won Cho on 24/06/2004
if you want to dump to the air, heres how... there is big black rubber hole connects to the intake to factory BOV. take that rubber hole out of the B....
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submitted by WON CHO on 24/06/2004
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submitted by Mike on 15/08/2003
Note that if your car is a Rev1 or Rev2 you should not use a dump to atmosphere valve. Due to the injection system using a mass air sensor, a DTA typ....
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submitted by Wayne B on 12/08/2003
DONT DO IT!!! A friend taught me a little trick which i have now been using for 6 months which is louder than a dump valve & seems to keep the turbo s....
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submitted by Giovanni on 12/08/2003
I have a BLitz BOV and it sounds great. it looks good too but i mean it all depends on what you want i got mine for a fairly good price at MVPmotorspo....
Toyota MR2 MK1 N/A - Overheating and Temperature Gauge Bounce
submitted by Sam on 05/08/2003
She keeps overheating and all of the coolant pours out over the ground. The temperature guage stays at half way for about 20 minutes, then starts bouncing. I've bled the coolant system very thoroughly and as per Toyotas instructions so theres no air in there. The revs don't bounce either. Im thinking its the head gasket, but thats something I don't want it to be - could it be something else?? Cheers! Sam
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submitted by Russell Evans on 14/08/2003
Hi Sam I had the same problem a few weeks ago with this heat and the head gasket had gone. The problem was the fans were not cutting in and the temp ....
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submitted by Tony Froude on 07/08/2003
Hi, look at my entry dated 19th may under "engine" this may be the cause of your problem, hope it helps. Tony....
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - Vacuum hose
submitted by Marky Mark on 28/07/2003
I have a 91 MKII NA 3GSE. When I acquired the car I gave it a complete service only to find a niggling problem! On the alloy section of the fuel inlet manifold to the rear of the engine bay, there is a rod that protrudes on the air filter side which connects to an armiture and then onto a vacuum diaphram. The hose to the diaphram is missing? The car runs fine, but I can't help thinking there should be something there? Can anyone tell me what it is and tell me where the hose should be connected to?
Toyota MR2 MK1 SuperCharged - Super Charger button?
submitted by Paul on 22/07/2003
I have a Mk1 Supercharged MR2 and was wondering what the supercharger selection buttons were for ? they are on the left of the steering wheel and one says "pwr" and the other "Manu" ?
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submitted by dave on 02/03/2004
yes that button is for tranny....
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submitted by Gary on 22/07/2003
This may or may not have anything to do with it but I have a MK2 G-LTD Automatic that has a pwr and a manu button near the the gear shift. The power ....
Toyota MR2 MK1 N/A - Air flow meter
submitted by GregP on 22/07/2003
I have a Mk1 N/A 1987 with the air filter in the boot. The Haynes manual for this car is a US manual and only covers to early 87. My dashboard diagnostic lights tell me I have a short/open air flow meter but the manual description of how to check the AFM is useless to me:Its not there!! Can someone please tell me where it IS and how to check it???
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submitted by mark on 30/11/2003
the british model did not have an air flow meter instead it had a map sensor which is fitted in the engine bay near the engine lid lock with 3 wires g....
Toyota MR2 MK2 Turbo - 93 Turbo Idling High
submitted by Torran Lohman on 20/07/2003
When the car is in neutral, it's idling around 2500 RPMs. When in gear and driving, it'll drop to it's normal position for the speed and gear but as soon as I push in the clutch, the RPMs shoot back up to 2500. Though of checking the speed sensor and wiring but I don't know where it's located on the car. I have checked the throttle cable and it's fine. Not sure what else to do.
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submitted by tim on 27/11/2004
u might want to check your speed idle controller before checking the speed sensor....
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - MR2 MkII running really rough
submitted by Kevin Booth on 18/07/2003
Hi, I've recently bought a 1991 J standard MR2 (no spoiler), and its started to run very roughly. It feels almost like one of the spark plugs is out (which they arent) - ie lack of response, its hunting to the point where it lurches ahead constantly and wont drive smoothly until you get up to about 65mph. I recently changed the radiator due to a leak, and after bleeding the system noticed it had improved the situation a bit, but for only a few hours, then became rough again. A garage thought it might be an air leak, but wouldn't spend time investigating. Does anyone have any ideas? Could it be air getting into the system perhaps? If so, whats the most likely cause? Would a diagnostic check from Toyota pin point this - or would I be chucking money away!! Thanks everyone.
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submitted by Johnny on 21/01/2007
I have the same problem and someone told me its the fuel filter, so i am gonna go with that and see what happens, if anyone knows anything diffrent ca....
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submitted by James Ano on 12/03/2004
Hey, my 91 MR2 is doing the same thing. Diagnostics show that my 3rd fuel injector is clogged not letting fuel into the cylinder. Im not a mechanic?....
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submitted by Chunks on 22/07/2003
It sounds like there is air in the water system, this can cause hunting and rough running. The temp sensor senses changes in the water and then air te....
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submitted by dean on 19/07/2003
Just a couple of guesses here. A damaged coil or spark plug wire could be the culprit. If not, a vacuum leak seems possible. A diagnosis would pr....
Toyota MR2 MK1 SuperCharged - fuel switch?
submitted by Sean Cunningham on 16/07/2003
Hey, I just bought a '88 supercharged mr2, my question is, the switch on the dash near the steering wheel, is that the one used to change the timing for different octane fuel? what should it be set on for 96 octane fuel? I also have trouble starting it in the mornings, only starts if i have the accelerator pedal on the floor. any help at all would be greatly appreciated
Toyota MR2 MK2 Turbo - Engine Noise
submitted by Giovanni on 09/07/2003
im having this problem, everytime i accelerate i hear like a "thunk" noise from the bottom of the engine and it happens everytime i punch the gas rapidly it feels like something is loose. im thinking the engine mounts. any one have any ideas??
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submitted by Liam Godmon on 23/12/2003
If you have a performance air filter you will hear the Blow off valve operating as the standard airbox muffles this sound. I cannot say this is what ....
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submitted by Chunks on 15/07/2003
Sounds like engine mounts to me as well. Does it do it while driving or just under hard acceleration?....
Toyota MR2 MK1 N/A - revs but no power
submitted by Gareth on 07/07/2003
In 4th or 5th if I put my foot down, the revs go right up but there is no (or slow) acceleration for a while then it gradually kicks in. Also when idling the revs fluctuate, as does the battery meter.
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submitted by Mike on 12/07/2003
The clutch is slipping. Not sure if its adjustable on the MK1, but I suspect its hydraulic so probaly not. What sort of mileage has the car done? ....
Toyota MR2 MK1 SuperCharged - Supercharger boost slow to engage
submitted by Dean Kennedy on 29/06/2003
After pressing the accelerator from off boost, the boost engages slowly. For about 2 seconds, the boost stutters from 1-2 psi, then picks up. Boost does reach normal levels once it does pick up. I suspect something related to the clutch because if I am on boost, lift, and accelerate again, the boost responds quickly. Does not seem like the belt, because that seems to cause lowered boost. I did check the resistance of the clutch stator as the BGB recommends, and that checked out perfect at 3.7 ohmm. The system has an HKS pulley and the standard vacuum hose bypass, but has been that way for years. This problem started recently. Has anybody seen anything like this? Thanks Dean
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submitted by Chris on 06/07/2004
Hey I got the same problem its slow to engage but i dontt know the answer I got a question for you.Were do you connect the cable for a boost gauge. i ....
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submitted by Dean Kennedy on 02/07/2003
Dean again: I was wrong about the situation whan I lift. If I lift and quickly hit the gas, the boost is slow to respond again. This makes me suspec....
Toyota MR2 MK1 SuperCharged - Acceleration problem
submitted by luis estela on 24/06/2003
I have a 88 mr2 sc and it run fine but when I drive it in any gear (12345) the car runs very good if I keep pressing the gas halfway or all the way. But when I drive the car at any speed, and I press the gas a little bit just to maintain speed it does'nt I have to press more gas and then it go too fast. It act like if you press the gas a little like one inch down it don't work but beyond that is fine.
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submitted by Chunks on 25/06/2003
It could be a number of things:
1) Dirty injectors
2) Filters need changing
3) SC Belt isnt tight enough or is too tight.
4) Acce....
Toyota MR2 MK2 Turbo - MR2 Engine using lots of oil
submitted by Rosendo Santos F on 20/06/2003
I have a 1991 MR2, turbo with only 51.000 miles, NOS system, forge pistons, and aa Apex super catuactor valve, eventhough my car is well kept and I change oil every 5000Kms, it uses 1 liter of oil every 600kms, is this normal??, when I push it hard it will blow blue/black smoke, how can I fix this
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submitted by symon on 24/01/2004
If you are using lots of oil and there are no leaks! the only way you will find the cause is by the elimination process.There are two common causes of....
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submitted by Liam Godmon on 23/12/2003
With that much oil being used it is either turbo or piston/ring failure. Checking intercooler piping as suggested will elliminate the turbo. Althoug....
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submitted by Jwax on 01/08/2003
This most certainly is NOT how the car should act. The problem is likely a faulty turbo oil seal. If your turbo was/is abused the seal will give out....
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submitted by Gary on 21/06/2003
Hi there, In my past experience with other cars the blue smoke is there because the engine is burning the oil. Even when you dont see the blue smoke ....
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - RPMs too high at idle
submitted by S on 10/06/2003
I have a 91 non-turbo. It has 270,000 miles and a 2nd engine. At idle it registers a little over 2000 rpms. This is when I am stopped. The car can be in neutral or 1st gear. It does this most of the time, but once in a while after driving 20-30 minutes it may settle back to 1000 rpms for a short while. A mechanic said the sensor that regulates the idle speed was not registering on the computer. After replacing the sensor the problem was still there, but not quite as bad. Several months later it is getting worse. Any ideas? Thanks
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submitted by Jonathan Saitzyk on 13/01/2005
If you look by the throttle body there is a little plck plug which you can get out with a screw driver, and with a flat head screw driver you can adju....
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submitted by Chunks on 17/06/2003
I think this sensor senses the water temperature (not 100% sure about that) but it could be that the sensor area is caked in cack. Has the water syste....
Toyota MR2 MK2 Turbo - why is my mr2 turbo dieing?
submitted by joe on 03/06/2003
i just installed a K&N airfilter,exuast, blowoff valve,turbo booster, and as well as a new airflow sensor.i dont know why but my car keeps dieing!do i need a tune up or i think its running too lean or too rich?i was adjusting the sensor ang it smells like gas all of a sudden!the car will shot to 1500 rpm but will die in a matter of seconds.what should i do??please help mr2 lovers!
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submitted by James MacKenzie on 02/05/2004
Check you havent damaged the wire to the water temp sensor, it is the green one. You should be able to read the ecu code by connecting the wire in the....
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submitted by Joe Tait on 21/01/2004
Try taking the BOV off and putting the OEM one back on. The early MR2 Turbos used airflow meters, so if youre venting the air to atmosphere rather tha....
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submitted by Chunky on 07/06/2003
You could be hitting "fuel cut".
Does it cut out on hard acceleration and then run rough?
Do any dash lights come on?....
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - Pinking !!! I think??
submitted by Gaza on 28/05/2003
I have an imported G-limited 91 Auto (N/A). Very happy with the car but a bit worried about a sort of rattly/pinking noise I get when the engine is under any sort of strain IE going up hill. The car is not burning any oil or loosing any. The performance is as if the car were new. I've just had a cam belt change and a full service but the problem was there before this. Any ideas would be greatly apriciated. Thanks in advance. Gary
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submitted by Chunky on 07/06/2003
The Japs use higher octane fuel than us and your ecu will be expecting it.
If you start using Shell Optimax or Super Unleaded or add an octane bo....
Toyota MR2 MK1 N/A - LOOSING COOLANT OUT OF OVERFLOW .... HELP !!!
submitted by TONY FROUDE on 19/05/2003
After a hard run im loosing coolant from the overflow pipe above the expansion tank, normal run is no problem, just bought a new presure cap, headgasket is ok as no other problems exist, someone told me it may be an air lock in the system as the heater is pretty poor on the hot setting, so i bled that and i also bled the system by the thermostat but i still dont think that all the air is out, can anyone give me the correct proceedure for bleeding the system, so that i can put an end to this annoying habit please ???
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submitted by Jason on 29/03/2008
If their is oil mixed in with the coolant when it overflows its the headgasket!....
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submitted by mike pitman on 03/08/2007
my car was doing samething you need to shave your head and get a new gasket cause its about to blow i drove around on it for like 4 months trying to f....
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submitted by Kracka on 02/03/2004
Ive just had this prob in my 86 MR2, when the car is codl, start the motor and remove the radiator cap, if you see minute bubbles coming up it sounds ....
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submitted by Garry on 27/02/2004
gotta keep bleeding the system. if you are using pure unmixed antifreeze then the viscosity of this coolant will retain air more stubbornly than runny....
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submitted by Tony Froude on 02/06/2003
I have now fixed the problem, this is a follow up for anyone else who experiences the same problem, check the air bleed valve in the engine bay above ....
Toyota MR2 MK1 N/A - Knocking Noise From Engine
submitted by Liam Parker on 18/05/2003
Ive just Brought a Mk1 when running idle every thing sounds ok it starts between 2000 - 3000 rpm and when reversing above 3000 rpm it stops there is no loss of power Any suggestions
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submitted by Tony on 03/02/2007
My 86 made that same noise with no problems. I drive it hard all the time and its been like that for about 6 years now.....
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submitted by peter on 05/11/2003
i have the same problem with mine. bad news is mine is the little end. i.e. engine strip down to fix. not a major problem if left alone but will die e....
Toyota MR2 MK2 Turbo - Don't know what the hell happened!!!
submitted by Jon C. Fannin on 16/05/2003
I had just bought the car('92 turbo) and I was showing some of my freinds the new car. I admit that i got on it but i did'nt take it to redline probably about 5,000 rpm. When all of a sudden boom no gears lots of fluid not sure as to what kind (oil or tranny fluid). Anyway I don't have any gears or at least it won't go into gear when I move the stick. The fluid worries me because I think its oil but I don't see how no gears could result in a massive oil spill. Can someone please help me!!!
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submitted by Willy's Wonka on 16/07/2003
Next time try completely Filling all four tyres with air!....
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submitted by tomx18 on 29/06/2003
Hi, I think it could be trans,clutch problem or shifter linkage come off. How the car shift in gear before you buy it. Did it hard to put it gear befo....
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submitted by Chunks on 28/05/2003
Is it an automatic?
Tranny oil smells very strong, you should be able to tell the difference, it smells like kat pee.
If its an auto, over f....
Toyota MR2 MK2 Turbo - Noise from rear left of car when turbo disengages
submitted by Andy on 10/05/2003
When the turbo on my 94' MR2 disengages there is a high pitched rubbing sound which occurs. It doesn't do it everytime, but it does do it the majority of the time. Has anyone else had the same problem & if so how is it fixed??
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submitted by Mike on 15/08/2003
Firstly, a turbo cant "disengage". I presume this noise occurs when you back off the throttle when changing gear etc? If so then it may well by the A....
Toyota MR2 MK1 N/A - when in gear it won't accelerate
submitted by Tee on 09/05/2003
I have a 91mr2 turbo that when in gear and i try to accelerate it would hesitate and the rpm won't go past 3000rpm
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submitted by Demon D on 17/05/2003
I suggest you check you HT leads. Its possible one of them may have melted against the engine and is shorting out. This happened to me a few years ago....
Toyota MR2 MK1 N/A - Won't accelerate right?
submitted by Dean on 26/04/2003
I have a 86 mr2. It's a automatic. My problem is when I go to acellerate from a stop it's really slow and the engine doesn't go faster unless I floor it and then it leaps alive and kicks me back. When the car is in park and you rev it up it revs freely. When you drive it unless you floor it it doesn't want to really go.
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - mechanical
submitted by ed jenkins on 22/04/2003
I have a 91 g ltd that is in desperate need of a new engine. I bought one from a salvage breakers and they sent me a 1987 celica engine ! oh dear. Where can I get a 1991 3sge engine that hasn't been trashed for sensible money ? ? I am at the end of my teather and am currently being subjected to driving a ford ka. not a happy man. ed Jenkins
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submitted by gary metcalfe on 28/07/2009
hi try 247 . com i got one for �230 from there....
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submitted by simon on 02/05/2003
we currently have a 3sge engine in stock contact simon at Best Engine Components huddersfield 01484 537128. for further details.....
Toyota MR2 Other - wont run properly
submitted by simon on 11/04/2003
I just recently bought a MR 2 t-bar 93/4. The engine needed replacing this I did, Now every thing connected and ready to go, (or so I tought). It starts but only on two cylinders timeing has been checked same with the injectors, I have fumbled around now for over four weeks trying to remidy this problem, ANY HELP WOULD BE APPRECIATED.
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submitted by John Wildish on 25/09/2003
I was reading a guys report on fitting a mr2 mk2 engine in a mr2 mk1 and he had the same prob with a recon engine ,he advises pouring oil down the pis....
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submitted by Mike Hanson on 28/08/2003
Did you check the injectors while they were uot of the car, or while the car was running? I had the same problem with #3 and #4 injectors. I never fou....
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submitted by Phil on 25/07/2003
I would suggest that you both did a compression test before doing anything drastic like removing the head. You can get a compression testing kit from ....
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submitted by Mr James on 30/05/2003
I have this exact same problem, but i did not replace the engine, I bought my 87t-bar and it was fine for about a week then all of a sudden when i was....
Toyota MR2 MK2 Turbo - stuttering, boosting
submitted by vang xiong on 11/04/2003
I have a 93Turbo. I'm having problem boosting to full. i have a after-market boost gauge to read more accurate. I can't get full boost. Ex. i would get boost to like 5-7psi and it will stutter/hesitate. and sometime i will get full boost. Then sometime i will get way pass the boost which im set at. I've change my plugs, checked for air leaks, and wires.
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submitted by Matt on 16/06/2005
Install a FCD to save blowing hoses it happened to mine last year some one in a garage (no names tho) thought i had adjustable boost which is right bu....
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submitted by jeremy on 03/05/2003
The 3sgte engine in the MR2T and Celica GT4 has a turbo bleed valve from factory, it is located under the inlet manifold. It is controlled by the ECU....
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submitted by steve on 19/04/2003
check the dizzy cap as tubbys are renowned for eating these . try the ecu error code . are you running car on optimax ??....
Toyota MR2 MK1 N/A - how many freeze plugs
submitted by Jeff Clouthier on 08/04/2003
have a 86 MR2 leaking between trans-axle and block.Already replaced all 6 visible plugs .Is there another plug at rear of block inside bell housing or maybe coolant line that cools transaxle .This leaks without motor running so I don't think its a head gasket. Oil is normal.
Toyota MR2 MK1 N/A - leaking coolant fluid
submitted by Jeff Clouthier on 07/04/2003
blew out a couple of freeze plugs and replaced ...still leaking between oil pan and transaxle housing ...does this sound like a head gasket job ????
Toyota MR2 MK2 Turbo - Engine Rebuild
submitted by Scott Stone on 06/04/2003
I have just had my 96 3SGTE engine rebuilt for my MR2, the problem I have come across is trying to refit the engine. There are so many wires etc, can someone help me? For example can I have some close up pictures of the engine bay and alll the parts in place, plus also is there some kind of manual that I can buy to help me?
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submitted by sanbash on 22/04/2004
hey i m about to take on the same task. I pulled my engine out 2 years ago (2002) and before summer i plan to buy and install the engine, myself pref....
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submitted by Dave Moreton on 13/03/2004
Go Look here: http://www.mrtwo.net/ and here: http://www.cyber-fish.com/gallery/mr2-bits?&page=2....
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - Funny noise from rear right side
submitted by Tony on 23/03/2003
My toyota MR2 emits a high pitched squeak from the back right side. It is somewhat random and unpredictable. It comes and goes and usually occurs when taking off, but someitmes stays with me whne im driving.
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submitted by Phil on 25/07/2003
Think its the squeel plates on the rear brakes too. If you remove the wheel, remove the two retaining bolts from the brake caliper and give both sides....
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submitted by Olly on 10/05/2003
Have ya checked the fan belt??....
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submitted by Clo on 30/04/2003
Ive got the same noise on my N/A. Took it to local garage today and my mate reckons that it might be the disc bearings, but hes not 100% sure. Think....
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submitted by Chunks on 01/04/2003
Is it not the squeel plates on your brake pads?
Do they need changing?....
Toyota MR2 MK1 N/A - Ignition System
submitted by Taevon Jones on 17/03/2003
I have a 87 4Cylinder MR2 Low rumbling idle just started this past friday. Also their are major problems with my accelleration.(Very loud) Engine runs fine when in parked position and in neutal, but soon as I put it in gear, the engine shakes the whole car like a harley. I thought I didn't have the oil filter on tight enough(causing air to get in the engine) but that wasn't it. Then I reckon it's the ignition system, my question is how do I reset the time on my ignition system?
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submitted by 88 S/C on 07/08/2003
If your car is loud it probably means you have an exhaust leak (very common.) Im not sure about the NA models but I know the supercharged motor did n....
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submitted by Lee on 25/06/2003
Its not the motor mount is it?....
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - Knocking Noise
submitted by Kevin Nguyen on 14/03/2003
Hi, I have a problem with my mr2, I hear wierd noises over speed bumps, only on the left side. it is like metal to metal noise, only when i accerate or go over speed bump or any kind of bumpy stuff, like something is hitting metal to metal very load. it isn't the struts which is causing it cause i just replace them. From that cause it mess up my piping system again near the manifold and the cat which i had just replacd from b4, also it had crack my hanger from the exhaust from the left side, which i thought it was the problem but then i replace it and same noise. 1. could it be the engine mount from the left side that is causing it? 2. could the struts have been too stiff that the engine mount was so old that it had been crack? 3. is it safe to make the car stiff on the adjustable struts?
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submitted by Petey Pablo on 19/03/2004
Im not exactly sure what your problem could be, but I have a 1988 N/A MR2 that was also producing a heavy thumping noise. A mechanic at Mobil told me....
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submitted by Liam Godmon on 23/12/2003
Check the front and rear anti roll bar links and bushes. Especially the bushes, my 90 turbo bushes were worn on the rear and they made a nasty knocki....
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submitted by mikastho on 29/05/2003
have you tried checking the stabiliser bar?....
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submitted by ST on 24/04/2003
Ive got the same problem myself on mine m8, a friend of mine who is a mechanic checked it out only the other day and had a problem finding the cause b....
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submitted by Randy on 22/03/2003
Hello. I have an MR2, which is why Im here. Though Ive not encountered your problem on the MR2, Ive had the exact same problem on another vehicle. Im ....
Toyota MR2 MK1 SuperCharged - loss of power
submitted by faye on 22/02/2003
My supercharged mr2 (1988) suddenly lost power! It still sounds and runs great just will not go but 20mph and the green light is not coming on! PLEASE any advice would be appreciated!!
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submitted by Spaz on 15/03/2003
I have an 86 mk1 and i had the same problem but it is not a cheap fix mine was a combo of things my head gasket blew causing water to go into my #1 a....
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submitted by spaz on 15/03/2003
ps guys i have had about 25 mk1s so i have been there done that so if there any questions email me....
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - noisy engine
submitted by T baker on 14/01/2003
Have recently bought a mk2 mr2, engine was quiet and nice, but has progressivley got noisier and noisier. Have moved over to a thicker oil, magnatec, which has helped slightly, but there is still a slight knocking, and the tappets seem as if they are at a disco or something! Any cure?, or is this just an old engine doing its stuff?
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submitted by vincent tamsell on 16/10/2005
what could i do....
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submitted by SPAZ on 02/11/2003
Toyota MR2 MK1 N/A - mark 1wont start after rain fall
submitted by james daniels on 29/12/2002
everytime it rains my mark 1 will not start, ive tried parking facing uphill and down hill on a slope but niether works, i live on a street that is on a hill so its very awkward to park on the flat. the electrics seem fine when the ignition is on but the engine will not start. everything is fine after the car has been given time to dry. can anybody help
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submitted by G.T. Santiago on 09/01/2007
Water is sipping into the sparkplug well, whereby drowning the spark plugs. Make sure the plugwire caps are air/water tight. Or cover this area before....
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submitted by kyle on 30/09/2004
my mr2 mk1 did that all the time evreytime id take it to the car wash. what you have to do to fix it is to take off the black cover in between the val....
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submitted by dave on 02/03/2004
also you can try spraying WD-40 on them when this prob happens....i had same prob with one of mine and that seemed to cure it......good luck....
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submitted by Jeremiah R. on 25/04/2003
Sounds like you have worn out your spark plug wires (they have those neat rubber caps that keep water out) so the water gets in there and dries, eithe....
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - Burning smell
submitted by tb on 23/12/2002
Mk2 mr2GT Emits a burning smell, after about 5 mins into a journey. The car isnt burning oil, and is in ok nick. Any ideas?
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submitted by john are you gay on 06/09/2005
go any buy an mg insted, they are much more reliable!!!! ....
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submitted by Phil on 25/07/2003
Most engines have a port on the rocker cover where the fumes generated in the oil galleries can be extracted via a pipe into the air intake/carb to be....
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submitted by SPAZ on 18/02/2003
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submitted by jwildish on 24/12/2002
checked your exhaust manifold? it may be cacked giving a fumey smell.....
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - engine
submitted by sany on 22/12/2002
mk2 mr2 n/a auto will not start engine turns over fine all 4 spark plugs spark good but not all plugs get wet with gas diagnosis check ok plenty fuel & presure in fuel line any sugestions thanks
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submitted by SMERFF on 01/05/2003
Toyota MR2 MK1 N/A - loss of power and idle
submitted by Logan on 16/12/2002
I keep my mk1 in mint condtion anything it need I hand it to it on a silver plater but i recently drove a straight 1344mile none stop exp.(GAS) and got to my destination let it sit for about an hour and then got back in and took off to work to my suprise as soon as i got out of my apt. complex it started running really rough and it couldn't keep an idle and vibrated alot it has no power and sounds like it is starving for gas !! and im lost on this one i have no idea how to procced any ideas??? AND the check egine light does not come on!!
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submitted by Gareth Price on 25/02/2004
You need to de-coke your engine, you can buy de-coking spray from most motor shops, you spray it directley into the throtle body, this cleans out the ....
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submitted by Mike on 04/09/2003
My 88 did the same thing, so I checked the error log and it gave me an error 41, so I pulled the throttle body and cleaned it up then I replaced the ....
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submitted by drew rose on 03/02/2003
i dont have a fix or answer but do have the same problem....
Toyota MR2 MK2 Turbo - engine light comes on and off through driving
submitted by Maz on 10/11/2002
Engine display light comes on and off during driving. Car is running well but it sounds abit rough in first and secong gear. I have a toyota mr2 1991 import from japan. Can anyone help as there are no garages in Birmingham who can help please.
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submitted by Scott on 31/12/2002
http://mr2manual.teq.org/diagnost.html Go here and follow the instructions - when the engine light comes on a code has been lodged with the computer ....
Toyota MR2 MK1 N/A - over heating
submitted by nicky on 04/11/2002
drinks lots of water no leaks over heats every couple of miles!! would try changing thermostat but cant find it,
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submitted by mark1 on 05/03/2010
head gasket gone....
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submitted by katie buckley on 20/12/2007
dont no where thermostat is on mr2 1991 ....
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submitted by wayne giles on 09/08/2004
looking down on the engine, looking to the left you will see a white bleeding cap. There are two bolts attached to the side near the battery thats th....
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submitted by jay on 14/04/2003
poss air in cooling system. use drain valve @ top right of radiator(lookin @ front of car) with car ticking over(cold, NOT hot) open valve @ top r....
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submitted by kyle on 05/11/2002
look at you manual....
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submitted by Bonj Ovi on 12/07/2002
Ask Filthy Mike round the back of the "Badger & moth" pub. hell sort ya out, dont mention his false leg or hel clobber ya !....
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submitted by george soros on 12/05/2002
Change radiator cap in engine bay. ....
Toyota MR2 MK2 Turbo - AIRLOCK
submitted by STEVE on 02/10/2002
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submitted by Neil on 26/12/2002
I have had the same problem this week - hope this reply is not too late - follow the procedure specified in http://mr2manual.teq.org/co-5 for refillin....
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - starting
submitted by KC on 19/09/2002
From a cold start i get a permanent wirring of what i presume is the starter motor and i have dry spark plugs, the car has fuel unleaded ,so im not getting fuel what to do?
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submitted by Jim Blair on 21/03/2005
Probably the cold start injector timer. On a cold start, its suppose to ground one of the two wires going to the cold start injector . When you crank ....
Toyota MR2 MK1 N/A - Acceleration Problem
submitted by Tandy R. Yates on 03/08/2002
My problem stars when I am idling in my vehicle (92 MR2, no turbo), when the A/C is on the vehicle loses RPM significantly. I also have the problem that when I do push down on the gas pedal, my accelaration is Bogged down and my engine makes a low deep noise (like not getting full power to engine) and then all of the sudden power will be restored and accelaration will increase (not to the full potential as before this problem started). It happens in every gear (less frequent in the higher gears) and every time I drive it. Please Advise on what could cause this problem? Thank you
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submitted by carl on 03/05/2008
ive recently changed the engine in my toyota mr2 2.0 gt k-reg but problem being all the inlet manifold breathers are allmixed up can any one help me o....
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submitted by carl07 on 02/05/2008
ive recently changed the engine in my mr 2 2.0 gt k reg but problem being all the inlet manifold breathers are all mixed up engine running only when y....
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submitted by pizzaboymr2 on 02/01/2004
Its normal. You will have 2 options on air conditioning. AC and ECON. Your currently on ECON (check the light display to see which one is selceted) EC....
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submitted by JT on 16/03/2003
Sounds very electrical, like an ignition problem. Open up the distributor cap and check out the rotor and cap conatact points, clean them with sandpa....
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submitted by Ross on 17/02/2003
I have this problem too. When I apply the accelerator the engine makes a low noise (like it was a 4 litre V8 engine or something) without accelerating....
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submitted by Dan Garlick on 19/12/2002
I have a similar problem on my Late 93 NA UK MR2. It went like a rocket when I brought and from the garage but shortly after it over heated and traspi....
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submitted by logan on 16/12/2002
Make your fuel injector are clean! maybe a motorvac? or needs tune up....
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submitted by catherine Knight on 10/08/2002
I have the same problem (91H reg) have taken it to toyota dealer and had a diagnostic check on it which came out all clear the only thing that was pic....
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - MR2 doesn't like rain? engine failure?
submitted by Bill Wyman on 20/07/2002
I have a 91 MR2 N/A which has been giving me problems in the rain lately. It seems that when it is raining realy hard, it stalls, and will not start until it dries up. I am thinking electrical problem, but when it stalls, all of the electronics in the car still work. When it does stall, I try to restart the engine, and it just cranks, but won't turn over. Spark plugs and wires and rotor all replaced. Can't diagnose... any ideas?
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submitted by Jonathan Saitzyk on 13/01/2005
It is the distributer cap and perhaps the coil wire. I know I had the same problem. Unless it is a factory distrubter cap, it doesnt seal right to the....
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submitted by James on 16/12/2002
I had a quirky problem like this on my MR2 91, my problem was that my car was totally dead (no lights of any kind) after a heavy rainfall and could on....
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submitted by robert on 15/08/2002
try the distributor cap and the o-ring, my o-ring waw dried up so I used silicone to make the seal. Works fine now when it rains....
Toyota MR2 MK2 Turbo - Cambelt fouling water pump.
submitted by Phil on 08/05/2002
The above came to light during a cambelt change, even with a washer bodged behind the cam belt tensioner. When bodge was removed the situ was worse. Can any one tell me what collection of wrong parts can cause this? Add info: The tensioner is a plunger type, on a 1990 MR2? Was this type available then? Or do I have a different engine in? Any help much appreciated. Phil
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submitted by joe on 30/04/2004
I dont know if plungers were on motors this old, I know they were on 93s. Check part #s from autozones site or something, what did you remove from it?....
Toyota MR2 MK2 N/A - Engine is using lots of oil
submitted by Anthony York (Chunky) on 28/10/2001
My engine seems to be using a lot of oil on long trips. Upto about 1 litre every 1000km, is this normal? if not how can I cure it?
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submitted by Jonathan Saitzyk on 13/01/2005
I have a couple of suggestions for you. First check the gasket around the oil pan and make sure it isnt leaking. Also it could the valve stems leakin....
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submitted by STEPHEN WALKER on 30/12/2004
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submitted by Z. Gumelo on 01/07/2002
No 1 litre every 1000km isnt normal oil usage for the MR2 MkII engine. You could have a basic oil leak that is leaking more on highway trips or you ha....
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