Toyota2000–2001

Camry 2.2: Common faults & known problems

Common faults & known problems

8 known faults documented in workshop bulletins. Of these, five concern the engine and fuel system and two the clutch and gearbox. Symptoms, causes, repair steps and part numbers are shown where supplied.

Technical specifications

Engine & fuel system

5 documented faults — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.

Excessive noise from camshaft/camshaft cover area

Overview

Affects: All models.

Cause

Two-piece exhaust camshaft gear incorrectly assembled during previous repair.

Two-piece exhaust camshaft gear spring broken.

Repair steps

Remove exhaust camshaft.
Using a vice, hold exhaust camshaft on hexagon.
Separate two-piece exhaust camshaft gear.
Inspect exhaust camshaft gear spring. Replace if necessary.
Assemble two-piece exhaust camshaft gear.
Install service bolts (M6 x 20 mm)&.
Using a suitable tool, turn outer piece of exhaust camshaft gear in direction shown.
Lock outer pieceto inner pieceof exhaust camshaft gear using locking bolt (M6 x 20 mm).
Remove service bolts&.
Refit exhaust camshaft. Align timing marks&.
Remove locking bolt.

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 2.

Erratic idle

Affects All models with petrol engines.Clean & lubricate

Cause

Exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve sticking due to carbon build up.

Repair

Remove and clean exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve.

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 5.

Intermittent failure to start

Affects All models.

Cause

Engine control (EC) relay failure.

Repair

Replace EC relay.

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 6.

Engine starts and cuts out immediately. Trouble code stored: P1300

Affects All models.P1300

Symptoms

Failure to start.

Cause

Ignition control module (ICM) faulty.

Repair

Replace ignition control module (ICM).

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 7.

Failure to start

Overview

Affects: All models.
Remedy: Fit new part

Cause

Faulty multifunction control module (incorporating immobilizer control module).

Repair

Carry out electrical, mechanical and component tests (as applicable) to eliminate any other possible cause(s).
If no fault(s) found: Fit new multifunction control module.

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 8.

Brakes

1 documented fault — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.

Brakes squeal

Overview

Affects: All models.

Cause

Replacement brake pads fitted without anti-squeal shims.

Repair

Ensure brake pad anti-squeal shims are fitted.
Replacement shims available separately.

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 1.

Clutch & gearbox

2 documented faults — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.

Air conditioning (AC) inefficient

Affects All models with air conditioning (AC).

Cause

AC compressor clutch relay faulty.

Repair

Replace AC compressor clutch relay.

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 3.

Engine speed will not increase above 2500rpm until vehicle driven over 25mph (40kph)

Affects All models with automatic transmission (AT).

Cause

Poor electrical connection between transmission and harness connector.

Repair

Check transmission wiring harness connector for corrosion or damage. Repair/replace component(s) as necessary.

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 4.

Glossary

Technical terms used in this guide.

EGR: Exhaust gas recirculation — feeds some exhaust gas back into the intake to cut emissions
AC: Air conditioning — the system that cools the cabin
Control Module: A control unit for one of the vehicle's systems (engine, gearbox, brakes, body, and so on)
Immobilizer: The anti-theft system that prevents the engine from starting without the correct key
Multifunction Control Module: The control module that runs shared electrical functions (lights, wipers, locking, and so on)
Relay: An electrically operated switch
Wiring Harness: The bundled cables that carry power and signals around the vehicle
Recirculation: Air-conditioning mode that recirculates cabin air instead of drawing in outside air

Frequently asked questions

What are the common faults with the Toyota Camry 2.2?

This guide contains eight workshop bulletins for the Toyota Camry 2.2. Of these, five concern the engine and fuel system and two the clutch and gearbox. Symptoms, causes, repair steps and part numbers are shown where supplied.

Does every Toyota Camry 2.2 have these faults?

No. These are patterns documented across the model by workshops, not predictions for an individual vehicle. Where a fault applies only to certain vehicles or VIN ranges, that is listed with the fault.

Can I check for Toyota Camry 2.2 faults myself?

Many of them. The documented symptoms can be seen, heard or felt during a test drive.