Toyota1991–1996

Camry 3.0: Common faults & known problems

Common faults & known problems

2 known faults documented in workshop bulletins. Of these, one concerns the engine and fuel system and one the brakes. Symptoms, causes, repair steps and part numbers are shown where supplied.

Engine & fuel system

1 documented fault — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.

Failure to start

Overview

Affects
All models.
Remedy
Fit new part

Repair

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

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 2.

Brakes

1 documented fault — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.

Trouble codes stored in ABS control module fault memory: 32, 35

Affects All models.

Cause

Repair

  1. Replace faulty ABS wheel speed sensor(s).

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 1.

Glossary

Technical terms used in this guide.

ABS
Anti-lock braking system — stops the wheels locking under hard braking
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)
Wheel Speed Sensor
A sensor at each wheel used by ABS and stability control

Frequently asked questions

What are the common faults with the Toyota Camry 3.0?

This guide contains two workshop bulletins for the Toyota Camry 3.0. Of these, one concerns the engine and fuel system and one the brakes. Symptoms, causes, repair steps and part numbers are shown where supplied.

Does every Toyota Camry 3.0 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 3.0 faults myself?

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

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