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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2000 Toyota Solara AUTOMOBILES

Toyota -> Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Compressor, Replace -> Avalon, Camry & Camry Solara -> Celica, Corolla, Echo & Supra -> Land Cruiser, RAV4, Paseo, Tercel Tundra & T100 -> Tacoma & 4Runner
Vehicle: 2000 Toyota Solara 2.2 L4 GAS

Avalon, Camry & Camry Solara
  • Run engine at idle with A/C on for at least ten minutes.
  • Turn engine off, remove battery and bracket, then recover refrigerant as outlined under .
  • Disconnect clutch lead wire from wiring harness.
  • Disconnect refrigerant lines at compressor, capping all openings.
  • On Camry equipped with 1MZ-FE engine, Camry Solara, Avalon & Sienna models remove alternator.
  • On all models, loosen compressor drive belt, then remove compressor mounting bolts and the compressor.
  • Reverse procedure to install, then recover and re...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2000 Toyota Solara AUTOMOBILES

Anti-lock Brakes -> Troubleshooting
Vehicle: 2000 Toyota Solara 3.0 V6 GAS

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2000 Toyota Solara AUTOMOBILES

Toyota -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> 1986-06 Models -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 2000 Toyota Solara 2.2 L4 GAS

Normal Service

Service as r...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2000 Toyota Solara AUTOMOBILES

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace -> Front
Vehicle: 2000 Toyota Solara 3.0 V6 GAS

Front

  • Raise and support vehicle, then remove front wheels.
  • Remove front fender apron seal
  • Remove drain plug and drain transaxle oil into suitable container.
  • Remove brake caliper and support with wire, then the rotor, Fig. .
  • Place a dial indicator near center of axle hub and check backlash in bearing shaft direction, Fig. . If backlash is greater than .002 inch, replace bearing.
  • Place a dial indicator at surface of axle hub outside hub bolt and check hub runout, Fig. . If runout is greater than .002 inch, replace axle hub.
  • Install rotor and brake caliper, then remove driveshaft ...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2000 Toyota Solara AUTOMOBILES

Alternator, Replace -> Less Air Conditioning -> With Air Conditioning
Vehicle: 2000 Toyota Solara 2.2 L4 GAS

With Air Conditioning

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Disconnect wire routing clamps and wiring connectors from alternator.
  • Loosen adjuster lock bolt, pivot bolt and adjusting bolt, then remove drive belt.
  • Remove adjuster lock bolt, pivot bolt and adjusting bolt, then alternator.
  • Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
    • Torque pivot bolt to 38 ft. lbs.
    • Torque adjus...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2000 Toyota Solara AUTOMOBILES

Toyota -> Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)/Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) System Warning Lamp -> 1999-2003 Camry Solara
Vehicle: 2000 Toyota Solara 3.0 V6 GAS

The anti-lock warning lamp is used to warn of a system fault. The lamp will be lit during engine start-up, but should go out when the self-diagnostic system verifies proper anti-lock operation. If the lamp remains lit, a fault in the anti-lock brake system is indicated. After system diagnosis and repair are complete, the lamp can be reset using the following procedures:

  • Place ignition switch in On position.
  • On models equipped with Nippondenso systems,connect jumper tool No. 09843-18040, or equivalent, to terminals TC and E1 of diagnos...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2000 Toyota Solara AUTOMOBILES

Heater Hose, Replace -> Bypass -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 2000 Toyota Solara 3.0 V6 GAS

Inlet

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container by loosening drain plug of radiator.
  • Reposition hose clamp at heater core.
  • Remove hose from heater core.
  • Reposition hose clamp at water outlet.
  • Remove hose from water outlet.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure to install.

Outlet

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container by loosening drain plug of radiator.
  • Reposition hose clamp a...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2000 Toyota Solara AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2000 Toyota Solara 2.2 L4 GAS

  • Loosen alternator pivot bolt.
  • Loosen alternator adjusting lock bolt.
  • Loosen alternator adjusting bolt to relieve belt tensio...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2000 Toyota Solara AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 2000 Toyota Solara cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

I/P Connector Locations, A14 Through I18 Diagram for 2000 Toyota Solara  2.2 L4 GASI/P Connector Locations, A14 Through I18 Diagram for 2000 Toyota Solara 2.2 L4 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Combination Switch
  • Ignition Switch
  • Ashtray Illumination
  • Cigarette Lighter
  • Blower Switch
  • Engine Compartment Connector Locations, I1 Through W6 Diagram for 2000 Toyota Solara  3.0 V6 GASEngine Compartment Connector Locations, I1 Through W6 Diagram for 2000 Toyota Solara 3.0 V6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Throttle Position Sensor
  • Starter
  • Oil Pressure Switch
  • Igniter
  • Washer Motor
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2000 Toyota Solara AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2000 Toyota Solara cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2000 Toyota Solara  3.0 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2000 Toyota Solara 3.0 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Wiper And Washer Switch
  • Battery
  • Remote Control Mirror Switch
  • Ignition Switch
  • Washer Motor
  • 2000 Toyota Solara  3.0 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2000 Toyota Solara 3.0 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Vehicle Speed Sensor
  • Battery
  • Ignition Switch
  • Fuel Sender
  • Water Temperature Sender
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2000 Toyota Solara AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 2000 Toyota Solara cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: LONG TERM VEHICLE STORAGE GUIDELINES
    Vehicle: 2000 Toyota Solara 3.0 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Document: ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION
    Vehicle: 2000 Toyota Solara 3.0 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Identification, Models, Labels, Etc.
  • Gasoline Engines
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2000 Toyota Solara AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2000 Toyota Solara cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 2000 Toyota Solara cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 2000 Toyota Solara cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 2000 Toyota Solara cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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