1998 Toyota Corolla - Consumer Discussions

1998 Toyota Corolla: Hesitates to accelerate

• Re: 1998 Toyota Corolla: Hesitates to accelerate [nofu]

  Written by: circuitsmith on Apr 10, 2013 5:21:33 PM

  Check that no vacuum hose or wire connector was knocked loose or damaged.

• 1998 Toyota Corolla: Hesitates to accelerate

  Written by: nofu on Apr 9, 2013 7:24:26 AM

  Changed the oil on a 1998 Toyota Corolla, auto-transmission. Right after the oil change it would hesitate before accelerating at every gear and speed. It isn't the MAF sensor since it doesn't have one.

Toyota Corolla 0W-20 oil - What's this about?

• Re: 2000 Corolla Maintenance [kimmie10]

  Written by: mcdawgg on Jan 7, 2013 6:28:24 PM

  5w-30 oil, I use Techtron fuel injector cleaner (from Walmart, etc) every 15,000 miles. The oil info is in the owner's manual. You can find the maintenance guide here at Edmunds or at Toyota: Toyota Website for maintenance guide Basically, see what was done to your car (miles and time). Hopefully, you have the service records. Then, see what is due by looking at the maintenance guides I told you about ... Read More

Toyota Corolla Maintenance and Repair

• Re: 1998 Corolla [parthanon1]

  Written by: Mr_Shiftright on Jan 28, 2012 9:42:08 AM

  Well my understanding is that Toyota re-designed the engines somewhat and also emphasized the use of synthetic oils....I think that basically, for whatever technical reasons, the oil in these engines would break down sometimes, under certain conditions. It's not like every Toyota engine does this, but enough of them did to create quite a ruckus.

1998-2003's excessive oil use

• 1998 Corolla

  Written by: parthanon1 on Jan 27, 2012 7:38:15 PM

  Hi: I posted earlier but my post disappeared. After 14 years of good service the car started to burn oil. The dealer said that there must be sludge clogging the engine. I am now looking to buy another car. 1)I am wondering if the problem of small piston or piston rings or the holes behind the piston being small etc. etc. have been resolved by Toyota? 2) Do i have the ... Read More

Toyota Corolla Maintenance and Repair

• 1998 Corolla

  Written by: parthanon1 on Jan 27, 2012 7:02:18 PM

  Hi; Just want to give an update. As i mentioned above the dealer cleaned the pan, the pick up tube and the screen. He also opened the valve cover and cleaned the sludge. I am driving the car for the last 2 days and 50 miles and no oil light has come on, however the engine temperature stays at 40%. There are no guarantees, but i got some time to buy ... Read More

• Re: 98 corolla [Mr_Shiftright and alex 24 [parthanon1]

  Written by: parthanon1 on Jan 24, 2012 10:52:21 PM

  Alex 24 and Mr. Shiftright I have done some searching on the net and came up with the following websites. I hope you all take some time to read the Toyota sludge website below. 1)Center for Auto Safety - Oil Sludge http://www.autosafety.org/getcat.php?cid=28 2)Dodge Durango sludge http://www.consumeraffairs.com/automotive/dodge_dur_oil.html 3)Volkswagen sludge http://www.consumeraffairs.com/automotive/vw_sludge.html 4)Lexus sludge http://www.consumeraffairs.com/automotive/lexus.html Hyundai sludge http://www.consumeraffairs.com/automotive/hyundai_sludge.html 5) Toyota sludge http://www.consumeraffairs.com/automotive/toyota_engine.html The Toyota sludge website has numerous stories of Toyota vehicles having same ... Read More

Buying an older Toyota Corolla

• Re: 2003-2007 Toyota Corolla [pat]

  Written by: matrixcorolla on Nov 29, 2011 10:26:37 AM

  Do NOT buy a 1998 -2003 Toyota. Small pistons - big oil burner after 30,000 miles. I am going to Honda.

• Re: 1998 Corolla LE opinions [hoopitup2000]

  Written by: matrixcorolla on Nov 29, 2011 10:24:31 AM

  The problem is that some of the 1988- 2003's got the IZZ FE engine with the small pistons. These are the oil monsters and the ones Toyota refuses to do anything about claiming no one had complained. Call 1-800-331-4331 PST time zone and file a complaint.

Toyota Corolla Maintenance and Repair

• Re: Toyota Corolla 2005 Brakes lock HELP [Mr_Shiftright]

  Written by: jyee on Oct 24, 2011 7:52:45 AM

  i have a 1998 corolla. i'm having problems with the one side of the brakes locking up.i have changed the brake line and the caliper and each time (3 times)after about a month it does it again.i'm stumped and so are 2 of my buddies which are part time machanics.need help with this 1998 corolla

Toyota Corolla Electric-Assist Power Steering (EPS)

• 2011 Corolla - Worst ever (DO NOT BUY RECOMMENDATION)

  Written by: sajsan on Mar 5, 2011 4:46:49 AM

  I went to get my 5th corolla - yes - 5th corolla which is a record in 20 years. I am sorry to say, as a die hard toyota Corolla fan. They have lost it on this model. I walked away from a great deal on the following reason. The steering is completely useless. It is unsafe and dangerous to drive. Yes at low speeds i am not concerned, At higher ... Read More

• Re: corolla EPS [thegraduate]

  Written by: almich on Aug 5, 2010 1:12:30 PM

  Actually, I believe it was only until this past decade when Toyota started introducing more luxurious trim levels beyond the LE. I remember when my family were shopping for a 4 Runner in 1998, the LE trim was the highest. They also do not seem to label any of their vehicles CE or VE anymore and in lieu call them their BASE model. Even Honda has adopted this trim labeling scheme. ... Read More

2010 Toyota Corolla

• Re: 2010 Toyota Corolla [terceltom]

  Written by: ntassistant on Jun 10, 2010 3:32:04 PM

  I agree the 1998-02 generation Corolla was also one very well built generation. Interior materials are top notch for the compact class. I drove a 2001 LE as a rental for an entire week in Florida and absolutely loved it! Gas mileage was awesome and the excellent build quality was certainly noticeable. What I loved about the 03-08 generation was the height of the vehicle. It was super easy getting in ... Read More

Toyota Corolla

• Re: Swap engine or junk the car - Opinions please [southflorida3]

  Written by: terceltom on Feb 18, 2010 8:28:50 AM

  To me that's a no brainer. I have a 2001 Corolla with 50,500 miles on that runs like a clock. I also have a 1998 Corolla and a 2009 Corolla. If my motor went on my 1998 and I could get the deal for a Toyota motor with 51,000 miles on it for $1500.00 like you were offered, I would jump at it to throw into my 1998. That car would ... Read More

Toyota Corolla Prices Paid and Buying Experiences

• Re: 2010 Toyota Corolla LE Automatic [waihong]

  Written by: mnf on Dec 25, 2009 4:50:18 AM

  Wait until Dec 30-31 and go in there willing to pull the trigger with a i will buy now at this price. Make it reasonable but something you can live with do your home work. Be willing to walk out I have walked out when buying my last six new purchases since 1998 at least once some twice. Good Luck MNF

Toyota Corolla Electrical Problems

• 98 Corolla Power Door Lock Problem

  Written by: harbinx1 on Jun 29, 2009 10:11:24 PM

  My 1998 Toyota Corolla right rear power door lock stopped functioning about 2 years ago. Six weeks ago my left front control button stopped operating both of the right side door locks, but continued operating both left side door locks. Using the key in the right front door locked and unlocked the right front door and the two leaft side doors, but the right front control button does not work. Last ... Read More

Who plans on keeping their Corolla for 200K+ miles?

• Re: Getting there [terceltom]

  Written by: irismg on Mar 29, 2009 4:29:14 PM

  It's a 1998 Toyota Corolla. And I don't put the electric window down from the outside, I do it from the inside, and reach out the window to grab the handle. It's been a great car, even better than the 1987 Chevy Nova I had before it, which was also a Toyota product, back when they were still majority Japanese. Kept that one 11 years, too. 146K miles and counting, just ... Read More

Toyota Corolla Basic Maintenance Questions

• Re: 98 Corolla Sedan Water Pump Question [geoblue]

  Written by: imidazol97 on Jan 23, 2009 4:38:15 PM

  >It is not your usual Detroit crap I noticed the comment about US brands. It should be possible to talk about Corollas without trying to denigrate US brands. As for water pumps, my GM's since 1981 have never needed one. Last three were 150K miles (wife made me trade it), 169K miles on a 1998 currently own at 11 years, and a 2003 at 83K. I have spent little at the ... Read More

• Re: 98 Corolla Sedan Water Pump Question [mikie3]

  Written by: geoblue on Jan 23, 2009 2:05:58 PM

  'I purchased a 1998 Corolla with 189,000 miles. I know this year has a 'timing chain' rather than a 'timing belt'. My concern and questions is: Should I pay my local Toyota Dealer $630.00 (parts and labor) to replace the Water Pump before it self destructs, or, should I just wait until it begins to leak or completely falls apart? I have no idea how long Water Pumps are supposed to ... Read More

Toyota Corolla Air Bags

• Re: concern for toyota corolla drivers [injh]

  Written by: irismg on Jan 18, 2009 7:02:56 PM

  I take it you are referring to a late-model Corolla, because my 1998 model doesn't even HAVE side airbags. Glad you're OK.

Toyota Corolla Maintenance and Repair

• Re: problem with my toyota corolla 2000 [js2008]

  Written by: pe5 on Dec 18, 2008 3:28:01 PM

  I'm having a similar problem, as described by js2008 with my 1998. Shortly after installing new front rotors and brake pads I noticed a (in the front somewhere) "thwump thwump thwump" noise while accelerating at low speeds (up to 45 mph). It wasn't consistent, and seemed to disappear after about 5 miles of driving. The noise would only occur while accelerating and the frequency of the noise was directly related to ... Read More

• Re: problem with my toyota corolla 2000 [fotomob]

  Written by: mcdawgg on Sep 10, 2008 6:54:41 PM

  1998 and newer Corollas do not have timing belts - they have chains, no maintenance required.

2009 Toyota Corolla

• Re: That Makes No Sense [backy]

  Written by: raychuang00 on Apr 13, 2008 8:28:59 PM

  What's interesting was that I almost bought a 1998 Corolla LE sedan back in 1998, but Toyota dealers back then weren't willing to give a decent discount on pricing. The LE model had decent power, a reasonably smooth-shifting 4AT transmission, and comfortable seating.

Toyota Corolla Basic Maintenance Questions

• 98 Corolla Sedan Water Pump Question

  Written by: mikie3 on Apr 30, 2008 5:03:20 AM

  I purchased a 1998 Corolla with 189,000 miles. I know this year has a 'timing chain' rather than a 'timing belt'. My concern and questions is: Should I pay my local Toyota Dealer $630.00 (parts and labor) to replace the Water Pump before it self destructs, or, should I just wait until it begins to leak or completely falls apart? I have no idea how long Water Pumps are supposed to ... Read More

2009 Toyota Corolla

• Re: plastic interiors [scottimusprime]

  Written by: kdhspyder on Mar 10, 2008 10:21:10 AM

  I believe that you are comparing looks/feels and ignoring content/value. There is no way you can get a Corolla with everything that's in it for what is essentially the price of a 1998 Corolla ( adjusted for inflation ) that had nothing in it. It's a good dream to wish for everything at a price of nothing but it's not realistic. As to your forecast that Toyota is doomed and about ... Read More

2003-2008 Toyota Corolla Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: Paid $14,300 for CE automatic [irismg]

  Written by: stacidallas on Feb 3, 2008 11:54:40 AM

  Are the Corollas more expensive in Oklahoma? What kinds of prices are you getting? The trade-in voucher is part of a new program the State of Texas instituted just a few months ago to encourage people to get their old, polluting cars off the road. In order to receive the voucher, your car has to be registered in the state of Texas for at least a year, you have to meet ... Read More

Honda Civic vs Toyota Corolla vs Mazda3

• Re: Mazdas and 'Rollas and Civics, oh my! [zzoomp09]

  Written by: irismg on Jul 15, 2007 10:43:43 AM

  Well, I bought a Corolla because I wanted a car that I didn't have to screw with, just hop in, turn the key, and go. And I've been pleased. But lately I've been dying for wood trim! LOL And, I've also been wondering about going back to the stick shift. Here lately though I've been having foot trouble and so that's in the back of my mind, if my only car ... Read More

• Mazdas and 'Rollas and Civics, oh my!

  Written by: irismg on Jul 13, 2007 8:32:38 PM

  I rented a Mazda3 while my 98 Corolla was in the shop this past spring. Outside of the purple color, it was a cutie with some VERY sensitive power brakes, and it's HUGE on the inside, to the point where I was surprised how much roomier it was than my Corolla. Being bluish-purple, it had dark interior, which I prefer light, and I WAS NOT a fan of the orange illumination ... Read More

2009 Toyota Corolla

• I wouldn't pity...

  Written by: alpha01 on Jun 8, 2007 4:19:55 PM

  I mean, its still a solid entry in the class, and along with the Civic, posts some of the best MPG of any compact, which I'm sure is helping to fuel sales. My issue is that there is no reason why SAB/SAC shouldn't be standard. It's MY 2008, for Pete's sake. FWIW, eldaino, the last generation Elantra certainly wasn't a poster child for safety either, going several years with an IIHS ... Read More

Toyota Corolla Basic Maintenance Questions

• How many ATF to be use on Toyota Corolla 1998

  Written by: ichalcio on Jan 4, 2007 9:52:20 PM

  Hi guys. I've Toyota Corolla Wagon L-Touring 1998 with egine type 4A-FE and Mileage 136700, Now I want to change the ATF. How many ATF to use in liter for this. Please help me

Toyota Corolla Maintenance and Repair

• Re: Normal transmission maintainence [friendly_jacek]

  Written by: charity21luv on Oct 31, 2006 9:44:02 PM

  My boyfriend wants to know if it's still okay to change the ATF at over 100,000 mile? He's been told he would be wasting his time if he did that. He has a 1998 Toyota Corolla. Any suggestions? Thanks

2009 Toyota Corolla

• Re: while [nippononly]

  Written by: raychuang00 on Oct 26, 2006 11:41:00 PM

  would be surprised if they use the CVT in the U.S. Despite all the publicized advantages of a CVT over a traditional auto, they haven't been very popular here - just look at sales of the Nissan models that have had them, in comparison to other vehicles in each segment. That's because up until now CVT's had this slipping clutch effect that some drivers dislike (I don't find it a problem ... Read More

• besides

  Written by: nippononly on Sep 14, 2006 7:40:55 AM

  Prius is on a collision course with a real problem - the revised EPA fuel economy test for hybrids. When its rating is reduced to 45/40, the fuel economy ceiling at Toyota will be low for all the other models to get under. I think they will switch to promoting gee-whiz new technologies in the Prius, as opposed to just pushing its fuel efficiency all the time. Which will allow models ... Read More

Toyota Corolla Maintenance and Repair

• random banging noise

  Written by: joregan on Jan 4, 2006 5:57:30 PM

  My daughter bought 1998 Toyota Corolla 8 months ago. It has over 80,000 miles on it. The car has been running just fine until a few weeks ago it started making a random banging noise underneath. She said it also feels that it is losing power. She brought it to a very reliable mechanic and he could not find anything wrong with it. But then mumbled something about it may be ... Read More

Toyota Corolla

• Timing Belt on 98 Corolla

  Written by: tonygrove on Oct 29, 2005 7:36:02 PM

  My Corolla LE of 1998 has about 65k miles on it. Do I have to replace the timing-belt? The bottom line, is it still a must to replace the timing-belt on Corolla's of the past 10 years? I called Toyota's 1-800 number. The customer service rep read off the maintenance manual and said since the manual only says "inspect" the timing belt, it's not necessary to "replace" it. Any ideas? Thanks ... Read More

Toyota Corolla Basic Maintenance Questions

• Timing Belt on 1998 Corolla LE

  Written by: tonygrove on Oct 29, 2005 7:47:18 PM

  My Corolla LE of 1998 has about 65k miles on it. Do I have to replace the timing-belt? The bottom line, is it still a must to replace the timing-belt on Corolla's of the past 10 years? I called Toyota's 1-800 number. The customer service rep read off the maintenance manual and said since the manual only says "inspect" the timing belt, it's not necessary to "replace" it. Any ideas? Thanks ... Read More

Toyota Corolla Maintenance and Repair

• RE-BUILT ENGINE

  Written by: where2turn on Jul 16, 2005 1:12:44 PM

  I HAVE A 1998 TOYOTA COROLLA, I HAVE HAD TROUBLE WITH IT EATING ALOT OF OIL,OVER HEATING. SINCE I HAVE HAD A REBUILT ENGINE,GONE THREW 3 THERMOSTATS AND STILL HAVE TROUBLE WITH IT OVER HEATING AND NOW TAKES UP ALOT OF COOLANT. IT HAS BEEN CHECKED OVER MANY TIMES THEY FIND NOTHING WRONG! IS THERE ANY ONE WITH PROBLEMS LIKE THIS !!

Toyota Corolla

• Re: 1998 Corolla LE Problem Crops Up (again?) [davehudson]

  Written by: 18fan on Jun 27, 2005 9:23:02 PM

  Davehudson: I can't answer your questions about the air bag light and how much it will cost to fix.... but being an ex-Pennsylvanian, I can address your questions regarding the state inspection. Here is a link to PA's inspection requirements: http://www.dot10.state.pa.us/pdotforms/pub_45/section_f.pdf The air bag light being on should not cause your car to fail inspection; however, a garage or dealership will be glad to offer their opinions on how to fix ... Read More

Toyota Corolla Basic Maintenance Questions

• changing oil for the first time

  Written by: jariel on Jun 26, 2005 9:15:17 PM

  hi I 'm changing the oil or at least attempting to change the oil on my 1998 toyota corolla.I unscrewed one of the the screws that i tought would empty out my old oil. the oil that came out was not too thick it was brownish. I then for curiosity checked the dip stick to check the oil level and it looked regular I'm wondering did I unsrew the correct one ... Read More

Toyota Corolla Owners: Meet the Members

• 1998 Toyota Corolla

  Written by: sm1975 on Jun 26, 2005 6:13:29 PM

  Hi, My name is Soumit, I have just purchased a Used Toyota Corolla, Truly speaking I am fond of Honda, But due Fate I got a good deal for this car. I had to go thru maintenance. This is my first car. But still child hood I am fond of CARs. I love to know more about car engines. Will start bugging you all with lots of questions. I really Like ... Read More

Toyota Corolla

• Toyota Corolla 2005

  Written by: cjg on Mar 4, 2005 10:05:13 AM

  I have a 2005 toyota corolla. At night when i start the car the automatic headlights go on as does the lights for the speedometer. The other light which is for the radio area and gear shift has a delayed reaction. I takes about 20 seconds for it to go on. I usually turn on my inside lights to see where to shift. I took it to the dealer and he ... Read More

Toyota Corolla Maintenance and Repair

• Engine Sludge?

  Written by: holly97 on Sep 13, 2004 9:05:39 PM

  We have owned eight toyota's since 1978 and currently have the 1988 corolla,1995 camry,1998 corolla, 2002 corolla S and 2004 camry. Our 1995 had to have major work for engine sludge after owing for 3 years. Taking owner responsibly we had this fixed and the car now has 245,000 miles. Our 1988 has 277,000 miles but our problem now is with the 2002 Corolla S 3 years later, dealer said it ... Read More

Toyota Corolla

• Any guy has a electronic version manual of 1998

  Written by: alecy on Jul 16, 2003 9:46:17 AM

  Toyota Corolla? I bought this car without a manual!Is that right?

• yes

  Written by: nippononly on Jun 4, 2003 7:22:24 AM

  obviously the designers of the VE knew people would drive it on the highway, so that will not cause damage. But it will wear more on the engine than comparable models with the 4-spd will, and it will cost more than 5 points in fuel economy for highway travel. Mainly, I always found the high revving annoying if I got one as a rental, and I would be mindful of the ... Read More

• nippononly and sandman

  Written by: dunworth on May 15, 2003 5:38:20 AM

  I have actually heard of someone who had a sludgy Corolla here in the Toronto area, a 1998 model actually (same generation as my 2002) and he was told by the mechanic that he is not the first. Toyota would not help him since it was just out of warrantee, he bought second hand and did not have maintenance records. The sludging in the Corolla is extremely rare unlike the one ... Read More

• sludge

  Written by: dunworth on May 14, 2003 10:37:48 AM

  I have heard many explanations for the sludging in newer Toyotas (primarily the big I4 and V6 used in Camry/Sienna/Avalon etc). It was caused by a design flaw but I understand that there are almost no examples from well maintained (read dealer serviced)normally driven cars. The Corolla cases are extremely rare and only affected a few 1998 models from what I have heard. My family has owned all Toyota car models ... Read More

• tmant

  Written by: dunworth on May 5, 2003 12:47:23 PM

  We have owned a 1998 Elantra sedan and currently own a '02 Corolla. Both of these cars in '03 have new bodies but have the same basic powertrains as previous models albeit with some added horsepower and other refinements The Elantra has a better driving position, is much sportier and is also roomier than the Corolla. The downside is that the Hyundai is not as refined and its interior is not ... Read More

Toyota Corolla Maintenance and Repair

• Non-Issues? I disagree

  Written by: hbhoward on Oct 22, 2002 2:07:46 PM

  The response by jrct9454 seems to assume that this is my first new car and/or first Toyota. It is the same speech I have been getting from my dealer. The truth is this is my 6th new Toyota, so I know what to expect from my vehicle. As for fuel economy...in all 5 previous Toyotas, I have consistently gotten 2-3 MPG above the highway rating on trips, and that is driving ... Read More

Toyota Corolla

• no title

  Written by: coolguyky7 on Jul 28, 2002 4:28:48 PM

  I just noticed today that the 1996 and 1997 Corollas have different door panel designs. What is up with that? Why would Toyota have changed it in that model's last year of production? The 1996 has a padded area just below the window and has more cloth. The 1997 model is more like the 1998-02 generation door panel design.

• Hey civicw, my previous cars have been..........

  Written by: vicarouza on Apr 11, 2002 12:25:45 PM

  a 1998 Toyota Corolla (bought it brand new in April 1998) - I don't recall feeling anything like this (in fact THAT car was drumtight with not a single problem), I've owned a 1997 Toyota Tercel which had over 90,000 miles on it when I sold it - again never felt anything like this in all the time I had it.....I've also co-owned a 2001 Toyota 4-Runner and a 2000 Acura ... Read More

• 2003 Corolla is much improved

  Written by: jcoby on Mar 28, 2002 1:01:37 PM

  I am sorry if some of you are having teething pains with your 2003 Corollas, but you are certainly in the minority if you believe that the 2003 Corolla is not a vast improvement over the older model. I owned a 1998 LE model and recently rented a 2003 LE model (with 1200 miles on the odometer) and immediately noticed the firmer steering and more stable and comfortable ride (although the ... Read More

• Brakes pulsating...

  Written by: dave210 on Nov 16, 2001 6:42:32 PM

  My neighbor has a 1998 Toyota Corolla LE that I had to drive the other day because of a small family emergency that arouse, and all the cars in my home were gone. Anyway, while driving it, the brakes pulsated and acted very funny whenever I applied them to stop the car. It was like they were shaking the pedal every time I wanted to slow down. It was felt kind ... Read More

• Nofeer, part 2

  Written by: jrct9454 on Aug 16, 2001 2:54:47 PM

  To answer another part of your question, I think the new generation of engine in the Corolla is a non-interference design...but on this point I am less than 100% sure. There is a website somewhere that lists every major manufacturer and which engines are interference and non-interference designs, but I am clueless at the moment at to where I saw that. And beyond some minor issues about noisy suspension pieces [the ... Read More

Toyota Corolla Maintenance and Repair

• "Seat belt light staying on" and "door handle trouble"

  Written by: kabocza on Jun 14, 2001 5:35:34 PM

  I have a 1998 Corolla. After 48,000 miles my driver side (inside) door handle broke off completely, and the one on the passenger side is just about to go, too. In my opinion they are very poor quality plastic pieces. It is shocking that Toyota allowed them to be installed. I paid about $20.00 to get a new one. I am a women, and I could replace it myself. (True, I ... Read More

• Seat Belt Warning Light on Toyota Corolla

  Written by: janeto1 on May 25, 2001 10:23:57 AM

  I have a 1998 Toyota Corolla. It has about 20,000 miles on it. I bought it new. After about two years, the seat belt light would still flash sometimes even though my seat belt was on. Sometimes the light doesn't flash at all. Once, I noticed my seatbelt was off while I was driving and I looked and the light wasn't flashing. The problem happens somedays and not others. Any ideas? ... Read More

• seatbelt light/stained door panels

  Written by: kfogelsonger on Apr 21, 2001 1:52:13 PM

  First, I drive a 1998 Toyota Corolla with 41,000 miles on it. I recently noticed stains coming THROUGH all of the fabric on the door panels. It's happening on all 4 doors, and in a blotchy pattern. The dealership says that they don't know what is causing it, and suggested replacing the door panels (at quite a cost). Anybody else experiencing this or know what is causing it? Secondly, in response ... Read More

Toyota Corolla

• Squealing noise on 98 Corolla LE

  Written by: riverus on Mar 23, 2001 12:07:55 PM

  I have a 1998 Corolla LE with 21k mileage on it. It's making squealing noise from the front of the car when I make tight right turns. Left turns are fine. This problem started about a year ago and it's getting worse. I took the car to a Toyota dealership 6 months ago (last October). This is what they found: Bearing disc brake (break?), 1-side (left-side?) bearing and hub scored They ... Read More

• When Corolla redesign?

  Written by: emendel on Feb 21, 2001 8:47:59 AM

  Do any of you know w/ any certainty when the redesigned Corolla will come to the U.S.? I've seen several references here to it as the "2003", although at least one reference to it arriving "next year," too. (Would that be a redesigned 2002 model, arriving late this calendar year, or a 2003 arriving in late 2002?) We own a 1998 Corolla (bought new) and have been quite satisfied. We need ... Read More

Toyota Corolla Maintenance and Repair

• Response to 339

  Written by: rollnlow90 on Feb 20, 2001 3:03:55 PM

  I currently own a 2000 Corolla LE and have had no problems in 20,000 miles. However, my younger brother owns a 1998 Corolla CE and had the exact same problem. Being a Master Certified Auto Technician and a student of the Toyota Technical Education Network, I think I can help. The noise I believe you are referring to is ,like you said, caused by the bead of the tires. At low ... Read More

Toyota Corolla

• Manual Trans questions....

  Written by: zypher on Dec 28, 2000 11:09:39 PM

  Hello, I've just purchases a 1998 Corolla LE with a 5-speed manual transmission. My previous car was a 1984 Buick Electra station wagon--so it's quite a switch. I actually have gas mileage! Last tank got 32 MPG on a mix of city/highway driving! My car has 25K miles and when I had it checked out by two mechanics the only defects were a low battery and it needed an alignment. I'm ... Read More

• zerotolerance

  Written by: wenyue on Nov 6, 2000 10:56:42 PM

  If Toyota does what it has done in the past, then you can expect the Japanese/European corolla being carried over to the U.S. That's what Toyota did for the current Corolla, they introduced it in 1998 when it has been out since 1996 in Japan. The 2003 Corolla looks truely impressive. I would be very happy if they just carried it over from Japan to U.S. It's longer, taller, roomier, more ... Read More

• dchinn

  Written by: wenyue on Sep 2, 2000 3:08:26 AM

  we can dream can't we? :) anyway, the Toyota Windom in Japan is more like the Lexus ES300 here. http://www1.toyota.co.jp/Showroom/All_toyota_lineup/Windom/index.html Toyota Camry in Japan is actually more or less the same car here. http://www1.toyota.co.jp/Showroom/All_toyota_lineup/Camry/gimage/top.html It has just about the same layout. Besides the obvious switch of driving position from left side to the right side, and the availability of the Nav system, almost all the things are the same. Including the ... Read More

• liufei and cliffy1

  Written by: wenyue on Aug 31, 2000 3:28:52 AM

  Cliffy1: Yes, I realized that. I'm just supprised that they just started selling the totally redesigned Corolla in Europe and Japan while leaving the U.S corolla largely unchanged. Both the European and Japanese Corolla were last redesigned in 1998 (same as the U.S ones). So the current Corolla model only lasted 3 production year over there, while ours will have to soldier on for a total of 5 production year. What's ... Read More

• Junk car? YES!

  Written by: fundulet on Aug 23, 2000 7:22:23 AM

  My father has a 1998 Corolla CE, my wife has a 99 Corolla CE and I drive a 2000 Corolla CE. All of them have 4-speed automatic transmiissions. Here's a list of the problems these cars have had: 1. The 98 Corolla ( 38,000 miles on it so far): a)whenever the gas tank is filled with gas the car itself smells like gas for days. The dealer wasn't able to fix ... Read More

• 98,99 Corollas versus 2000, 2001 Corollas

  Written by: fundulet on Jul 19, 2000 3:08:06 AM

  I have both a 1999 Corolla CE and a 2000 Corolla CE. My wife drives the 99 and I drive the 2000 model. My father has a 1998 Corolla CE. All 3 cars have 4-speed automatic transmission. The ride in the 2000 is rougher and noisier than in the 98 and 99 models. Worst of all, the VVT-i engine in the 2000 model is much slower than the 98, 99 engine ... Read More

• Corolla 2000 suspension

  Written by: mikar70 on Jul 18, 2000 12:08:29 AM

  I have a new 2000 Corolla LE as of beginning of June and was very surprised to realize how rough is its suspension. I had before (and still have)1990 GEO Prizm (Corolla twin) that served me a lot and now has 240K miles on it without any repair on powertrain and I'm still very happy with it. That was the reason I went for Corolla once more and did not test ... Read More

Toyota Corolla Maintenance and Repair

• Corolla ignition trouble

  Written by: tpegan on Jun 26, 2000 2:46:08 PM

  I am the original owner of a 1998 Toyota Corolla. One morning I was unable to start my car because the key would not turn in the ignition. I had the car towed to a Toyota dealership where I was told that the ignition would have to be replaced. The cost $199. Toyota would not pick up the bill because my car has over 36k miles on it. I am posting ... Read More

• Transmission Can't be Adjusted?

  Written by: mano2 on Jan 25, 2000 10:09:46 PM

  1998 Toyota Corolla with manual transmission - had transmission cover, throw out bearing, flywheel and disc replaced not too long ago (after only 22000 miles!). Since the repair it is kind of hard to shift first, second and third gear. Went back to dealer for adjustment under warranty but dealer said (without taking a look) that it cannot be adjusted. Is it possible or they just wanted to brush me off? ... Read More

• '98 Corolla Wanting to Stall

  Written by: mano2 on Apr 16, 2000 9:26:39 PM

  What can be the problem with my 1998 Toyota Corolla? I have 28,000 miles on it. When the engine is warm, it wants to stall on me while idoling. If I give it a bit of gas or when the cooling fan kicks in, the engine starts running all right again. I just got an oil change and tune up (replaced spark plugs and air filter) about a month ago. My ... Read More