I thought the SLE only came with a 6-cylinder engine -- Looks like I learned something today or you need to take another look under the hood.
Good news, the 4 cylinder engine used in all Solara models uses a timing 'chain' and not a belt. There's no maintenance needed. The 6-cylinder models require a belt change at 90,000 miles or ten years whichever comes first.
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What would be the recommended miles to change out the timing belt on my 2001 Solara 4cyl. with 77,000 miles on it. Would 90K be a number close to factory recommendations?
you should hear something it does not have enouph power if not than you have to open it to see if it need to be changed
when you buy a replacement belt buy a kit that also contains idler pulleys. its best to change them all at once. it should have drawings to show you proper routing and installation instructions.
The 4 cylinder has a timing chain that does not require replacement and is designed to last the life of the engine.
Should be four.
Toyota recommends replacing the belt every 90,000 miles.
I dont think that a 2001 Solara has a carburetor. They stopped using them years ago - your car should have a fuel-injection unit.
No, it's not OK. You should use at least 5W30. In summer you can use 10W30.
If the amp is in the trunk.Just ground it to any part of the metal body.
If it's possible to do so the information should be in your owners manual.
In upstate NY it's about $500-600.
Looking under the hood you should find the brake fluid to be in the top right corner.