All you need to know about Camry 40. Comparison of Toyota Camry XV40 sedan and restyled Toyota Camry XV50 sedan. Brakes and steering

Toyota Camry - will give odds to any model in terms of popularity stability and pricing policy. At any time and any generation remains one of the most popular in the budget business class. Therefore, interest in the model does not subside in the secondary market, but is love deserved?

A bit of history

Russia has always been distinguished by a special love for "chic" for all the money. Therefore, business-class cars were purchased not only by people who were successful in private business, but also ordinary families bought them for personal use. Also, cars of the budget segment of the business class attracted officials of various hands and private corporations to equip their fleet.

But the most popular in its segment was the Toyota Camry in the back of the XV40. But most of all, the sixth generation was purchased, produced from 2006 to 2011.

Why Camry became popular?

The fact is that Japanese engineers managed to create a reliable and easy-to-maintain car. And Japanese economists have chosen the ideal ratio of prices for the car itself and for its maintenance. In addition, not a small share of popularity in the Russian market is deserved by the localization of production near St. Petersburg, which made it possible to make government purchases.

The reliability of the car is directly indicated by its price in the secondary market, which is constantly kept at least a third higher than its classmates and higher than some E-Class cars. Even after 10 years of operation, Toyota requires less attention than a five-year-old BMW or Nissan. Therefore, people who want to buy a not very expensive, but representative and reliable car are looking for a Toyota Camry.

Therefore, in this article we will go through in detail all the nuances that arise during the operation and maintenance of the supported Camry XV40. After that, we will be able to have our own idea of ​​the reliability and profitability of the acquisition.

Body operation

Unfortunately, the paintwork itself is not as durable as it should be. Therefore, already by the five-year period, worn places and numerous chips on the front end can be found. But the front end suffers rather because of its design. Because, the coating of wide and massive bumpers, which successfully capture all the pebbles and dirt, is most damaged. To avoid the appearance of chips - it is necessary to glue the front of the car with an armoring film or cover it with a special durable varnish.

There are models on which traces of corrosion appear in the area of ​​\u200b\u200bthe wheel arches. But this is very rare cases, manifested on cars that arrived from the two capitals of the vast motherland. The reason is banal and simple - it is disregard to the vehicle and its body. Without care, a rare car will look tidy without the slightest trace of damage or corrosion, even by the age of three.

But even in such neglected cases, a good guarantee for early stages and the relative high cost of the car in the secondary market. After all, full or partial body painting is an insignificant waste relative to the cost of a Toyota Camry.

Also, upon closer inspection, you can find slight traces of corrosion on the subframes, in places where moisture accumulates and in the recesses of the windshields if the drainage holes are clogged.

If we compare Toyota Camry with classmates and classmates, it becomes clear that Japanese quality is much better than many brands and models.

For the fairness of the description, it is worth adding that all decorative and chrome elements do not differ in durability. Chrome-plated moldings and inserts poorly tolerate aggressive environments in Russian conditions and weakly resist road chemicals. Therefore, after a few winter seasons, you can see numerous places without chrome. The same applies to fasteners along with bolts. They rust and sour incredibly quickly, making repairs and maintenance much more difficult. Someone does not pay attention to such trifles, while someone spends money and time on meticulous anti-corrosion treatment of all possible bolts and trifles.

In addition, in the pre-styling Camry XV40 there is a serious flaw in the design of the front bumper. The lower lip is the weakest point in the car and can crack from the slightest impact with a curb or snowdrift. Therefore, when choosing a car in the secondary market, you may come across instances with repaired and reinforced bumpers. Do not be surprised, replacing with a new or even more restyled bumper is several orders of magnitude more expensive than a quality repair with a slight design refinement. For example: to install a new bumper, you will need to change both the front optics and fog lights, which will cost about 60,000 rubles.

Also, be careful with door handles. Although the doors open with ease without any effort, strangers can accidentally tear them off or scratch them. This is especially true in winter, when they can freeze to the body, and the plastic becomes brittle.

It may seem to someone that the article describes too many “problems” with the body and paintwork, but it should be borne in mind that the article contains statistics on many instances and describes all the problems encountered. In fact, the body is made very high quality and well. Even the smallest details are carefully thought out without mistakes (except for the pre-styling bumper). All vulnerabilities are covered and protected from external influences, the gaps fit perfectly even between the wings and bumpers, the plastic thresholds are made of soft plastic that can withstand strong blows stones. Protection of the body from excess moisture is calculated to the smallest detail, water is discharged in full and does not linger. The drainage channels are made with a large margin and do not tend to clog, except when the car is stored under trees.

Salon operation

On a new car interior decoration looks very dignified and neat. At first glance, all materials are of high quality and neatly fitted to each other. But over time, there is a lack of quality finishing materials. The chrome-plated surfaces of the inserts begin to fade and can peel off, the leather on the seats is frankly stretched and wrinkled, the steering wheel braid is rubbed very hard, and the plastic inserts imitating wood lose their color.

Do not be surprised if, during a test drive in a car with a range of 150 - 200 thousand km, the interior starts to make a lot of noise and rattle. This is a standard situation for a Camry, and achieving pristine silence is expensive and time consuming. Only the constant replacement of all clips, fasteners, washers and gaskets at each maintenance or repair work in the cabin will help to maintain silence. A lot of hard plastic parts and a large rear shelf do not add to the silence in the car.

Already by 100,000 km, the glove box lid and the central panel begin to rattle in the cabin. But visiting the official service - it quickly returns to normal. Also, the driver can expect an unexpected creak and rattle of door handles, steering shaft trim and interior rear-view mirror. At the same time, the sound spreads through the cabin in a strange way, so that it is impossible for the driver to determine the specific source.

The wide and comfortable seats on the new car take on a heavily used look already by 150,000 km. Especially if the driver turned out to be heavy, then this will lead to a sitting look. But the electronic adjustment of the positions of the seats works properly throughout the entire period of operation. Only in some cases, an airbag error may occur due to a contact in the wiring harness under the driver's seat. And the steering wheel itself can acquire severe abrasions, from especially active drivers, already by 60,000 km. In addition, in the period up to 100,000 km, a cable of wires from the multifunctional buttons on the steering wheel may fray, which will require repair or a final rejection of them.

In addition, failures of power window control units are not uncommon. But here the problem is defective elements that were changed during the revocable company. That's why. If your windows start to “fail”, then before self-repair, check with the official dealer’s office about the possibility of replacing the control unit for a revocable company for your car. Also, mats in the passenger compartment of the car fell under the revocable company. As it turned out, the driver's mat can fix the gas pedal in the depressed position. Therefore, the company provided new mats with a modified pattern.

Despite the fact that the quality of the interior, obviously, does not reach the expected level of a German or European-made business class, all the minuses in interior decoration are cosmetic and can be easily corrected if desired.

Wiring and electronics

Also, on a car equipped with a 2.4-liter engine and a four-speed gearbox, the selector may fail. But the case is quite rare and easily eliminated. Repair will require simple disassembly and cleaning or replacement of the brake pedal sensor. There are also rare cases of failure of the automatic transmission lock electric drive in the "Parking" mode. The peculiarity lies in the fact that the electric motor does not block the lever, but rather unlocks it. Therefore, in the event of a breakdown, you will not be able to remove the car from the parking mode. But replacing the motor is not expensive and is solved very quickly.

The laying of the wiring harnesses is made reliably, accidental chafing, short circuits or oxidation does not occur. The only thing is that after a long time of operation of the car, the wiring harness in the trunk lid may fray. All other wiring problems in the Camry arise due to inaccurate repairs or maintenance.

Anti-theft security

Also, when re-issuing a supported Camry, it is necessary to check with the former owner about the presence of secrets, alarms and other specific security systems. After all, most owners are familiar with the fact that theft can happen at any time.

Chassis and suspension

The suspension in the Camry is a model of reliability for most modern cars. Even having crossed the mark of 100,000 km, there is no need for repairs, with the exception of the stabilizer struts (which can be included in consumables).

If, at each replacement of the pads, you carry out a small revision for the guide fingers of the calipers, cleaning and lubricating them, and changing the pads themselves on time, then you will not know about repairing the brake system on your car. At the same time, the materials used in the manufacture of original brake parts are of such high quality that a car equipped with a “junior” engine is able to drive on one set of pads up to 100,000 km, and the brake discs will remain in working condition after 200,000 km. But the situation changes dramatically when operating a car with a powerful 3.5-liter engine. Due to more power, weight and a more aggressive driving style, brake discs and pads overheat, resulting in accelerated wear.

Very rarely, but there were individual representatives of the model, in which there was a leak in the vacuum brake booster. Symptoms of a malfunction are floating engine speed when the brake pedal is pressed and a hiss that appears from the side of the engine compartment.

There are only two really weak points in the Camry XV40 - this is a handbrake and wheel alignment. The handbrake mechanism is actuated by pulling the cables, which tend to stretch or turn sour. But the problem is that they lie inconveniently in the cabin under an abundance of skin. Therefore, in most used cars, the handbrake does not work or does not work well enough. Despite the fact that on cars with automatic transmission, the handbrake is used extremely rarely - this does not cause any particular inconvenience during operation.

The second drawback is the need to frequently carry out the procedure for adjusting the camber and toe angle of the front and rear axles. Due to the design of the chassis, the corners can “float away” after the first long trip.

By about 150,000 km, it will be time to replace the ball joints, and along the way, you may need to replace the racks along with the supports. And in the event that you are a fan of riding on low-profile tires, then get ready for larger repairs. At a minimum, all four wheel bearings will need to be replaced. And on the rear axle, diagnostics will be required due to the possible wear of all rods.

There are no complaints about the steering, it functions properly for for long years continuous use of the vehicle. Power steering leaks are practically non-existent, but on older cars the steering rack starts to tap, but more often the spline or cross joint of the steering cardan starts to knock. Steering wheel position sensors also fail, but this becomes a problem only on rare Camry versions with a hybrid power plant. They may refuse steering due to an error in the ESP system.

Transmission operation

Naturally, like any mechanism, a mechanical transmission is subject to wear and tear over time. And the only "disadvantage" of the box is that the drive cables are used to switch stages. Therefore, especially strong and active drivers can stretch them, as a result of which the cables can fly off the mounts. Also, in older copies, there is increased play in the backstage of the gearbox, and especially eccentric drivers manage to bend the lever, by accident or intentionally. The fact is that the location of the backstage turns out to be inconvenient for some drivers, and is pushed forward and to the right.

Approximately at around 200,000 km, the clutch will have to be changed, and at the same time the drive cables. This will protect you from the fact that they suddenly fly off on a trip.

But most of the cars were equipped with automatic transmissions. Not surprisingly, all gearboxes were manufactured by the Aisin subsidiary. For the Russian modification, a five-speed U250E gearbox was installed in tandem with a 2.4-liter engine, and for cars equipped with a 3.5-liter engine, an automatic six-speed U660E gearbox was offered.

In addition, sometimes there are cars intended for other countries with a different configuration. For example, you can find a Toyota Camry with a 2.5-liter engine and a six-speed "automatic" U760E. Also, there are right-hand drive models with all-wheel drive and an automatic transmission in four steps U241E. Cars with hybrid power plants were also produced, which were equipped with e-CVT P311 variators.

In Russian open spaces, the most common box is the U151E with five steps. We can say that this is a more durable box than its counterparts, it was specially installed for the harsh Russian conditions. At one time, it was installed on the Lexus RX330, but its strength was not enough to be used in tandem with powerful engines. However, paired with a naturally aspirated 2.4-liter engine, it turned out to be heavy-duty and trouble-free.

The only condition for a long and cloudless use is to remember that the car is not a racing car and not try to use it in this role. Also, you will have to regularly carry out maintenance with an oil and filter change every 60,000 km. But this will allow the box to work up to the anniversary 500,000 km.

But when buying a car in the secondary market, you should not hope for a careful attitude to the car and its units. Even an ultra-hardy gearbox can be “killed” by young riders. The driving style and the lack of regular maintenance of the unit will lead to wear of the valve body solenoids, and in the event of a long-term oil change, the box will start to overheat, which will lead to the body geometry. It is silly to list all the possible troubles from the racing style of driving. We can say that it will be easier to change the unit completely.

But any minor repairs will not cause difficulties. The U151E five-speed automatic transmission is well-known and is used on crossovers and minibuses. Therefore, there will be no problems with new and used spare parts. But it happens that it is easier to buy a box from abroad, and sell your own for disassembly. But buying the same box, but used in tandem with a 3.3-liter engine, is not worth it. Structurally, they fit perfectly, but the wear of the unit will be stronger.

U660E six-speed automatics were designed for more powerful engines and were used on Camry with a 3.5-liter engine. Like any new product, the transmission had several "childhood" diseases. But a later modification for less powerful U760E units turned out to be more reliable. One of the main problems of modern automatic transmissions is the rapid wear of the torque converter lockup pads. Already by 150,000 km, the box requires a lot of attention and constant monitoring of the oil and filter. Due to the large amount of "production", the channels of the valve body may become clogged, and oil will no longer enter the box.

In theory, the resource of a six-speed gearbox is sufficient and can exceed 200,000 km without repair. But subject to the careful operation of the car, which is not facilitated by the presence of a powerful liter engine. After all, a car with a powerful engine is taken specifically for fast and aggressive driving, which seriously affects the performance of the box. The failure of the plate, solenoids and other things is a classic set.

But there are problems with much greater consequences. They are not so frequent, and are more likely to be associated with improper operation of the box, but still. With regular loads on a cold automatic transmission, there is a chance that the main housing bearing will begin to beat and play due to a loose clamping bracket. At the same time, strong vibration can cause failure of many elements of the box and lead to complete unsuitability for repair. Due to vibration, the planetary gear, clutch hub, differential, and, in extreme cases, the gearbox housing quickly break down and fail.

But the restyled versions were equipped with already modified boxes, in which many problems were solved. However, it was not possible to completely avoid all the shortcomings, and the boxes sometimes give out “standard” malfunctions. Especially if the car is operated in an aggressive style.

Basically, the only problem left was with the possible wear of the back cover. Which leads to breakage of packages C1-C2. Which are responsible for switching from the first to the fourth stage. But the problem with the main housing bearing has been fixed and is a thing of the past.

Operation of power units

The most popular motor with a working volume of 2.4 liters belongs to a series of perpetual motors that can work for a long time without major repairs. But provided that there is a competent approach to its maintenance. For example, by 200,000 km, you can expect a leak from under the gaskets or from under the oil pressure sensor. Like any engine, overheating in any form is not desirable for the 2AZ-FE.

Also, the engine is characterized by a weak crankcase ventilation system. Therefore, one should expect rapid oiling of the mass air flow sensor, throttle valve and intake manifold. Besides. By the mark of 200 thousand kilometers, we should expect fuel leakage through the injector o-rings.

As it becomes clear, the motor will have to be monitored periodically and the rubber elements changed in time. Even the resource of cylinders and piston group calmly exceeds 350,000 - 400,000 km. But subject to compliance with the scheduled maintenance intervals and the use of branded consumables.

In addition, the owner will not often have to worry about replacing the gas distribution chain, its resource is in the range from 150 to 300 thousand kilometers, which looks solid, especially against the background of modern engines. In some cases, it will be necessary to produce a weakened chain tensioner, but its cost is relatively low and the entire timing drive kit can cost up to 15,000 rubles (subject to the purchase of high-quality, but not original spare parts).

But the reliability of the engine is still due to its simplicity. Therefore, you will have to adjust the valve clearances every 120 thousand km of run. Even with the appearance of engine oil consumption, this is more likely due to leaks on gaskets, seals, or due to clogged crankcase ventilation. But the resource of all rubber and plastic elements is still higher than on many models from other manufacturers. Mainly due to the low operating temperature of the motor at 90 degrees Celsius and the thermostat opening at 84 degrees.

There are also weak points in the entire system - this is a catalytic converter located on the engine block. If it starts to crumble, then the dirt will begin to get inside the cylinders, accelerating the wear of the piston group. Therefore, it is important to monitor the condition of the catalyst and not miss the moment of its complete wear. In particular, fast warm-ups on the go are dangerous for the catalyst.

In addition, it is necessary to monitor the condition of the water pump, whose resource ends at the first 100,000 km, and the subsequent replacement interval will be every 50 thousand km.

A more powerful engine with a displacement of 3.5 liters and six cylinders is not inferior to the reliability of its younger brother. But it requires more attention to maintenance due to some nuances and a more aggressive driving style.

The underlying problems have not changed, but have become more frequent. The water pump breaks a little more often, but the catalytic converter remained in the same place. Also, the timing chain drive has become less durable due to increased loads. On this motor, it will have to be changed stably every 150 thousand mileage. In addition, the interval for adjusting valve clearances has decreased to 80-100 thousand km.

And pollution of the intake system, along with the mass air flow sensor and the throttle valve, is more common, for the same reason - those who like to drive. Therefore, regular cleaning of the entire intake system is required, and the recommended spark plug life is no more than 40,000 km to maintain stable engine operation.

Also, there are frequent cases of violation of the tightness of the intake system due to dried rubber gaskets. Therefore, air leaks or fuel leaks regularly appear in the area of ​​\u200b\u200bthe injectors. In addition, on cars manufactured before 2010, there is a small flaw with the oil supply pipe (which was fixed as part of a recall company). The old sample of the tube was composite and made of metal-plastic. It is advisable to immediately replace it with an all-metal one. If this tube breaks, the motor can only work for 15 minutes before serious consequences and major repairs.

When using oils with low viscosity and prolonged loads on the motor, there is a chance of overheating - the cooling system was not effective enough. Because of this, seizures may appear on the fifth cylinder (a fairly standard situation on many cars). Therefore, if the engine began to consume automobile oil heavily and work loudly, it is necessary to conduct an endoscopic examination of the fifth cylinder.

Although there are no repair kits for the piston group, the engine can still be restored by cylinders. Therefore, there is always the opportunity to fix the problem and bargain for the purchased car.

It should also be taken into account that the powerful six-cylinder engine is heavier than its younger brother. Therefore, the load on the front axle increases, and the level of vibration increases, which negatively affects the durability of shock absorbers, thrust bearings and other suspension elements.

Although the engine with a displacement of 3.5 liters cannot be attributed to absolutely reliable and unpretentious, it still stands out from the general mass of similar power units from other manufacturers. First of all, durability, secondly, the cost of maintenance. According to these parameters, few motors, even German ones, can compete with it. But when compared with younger brother and not to prioritize power, then buying a Camry with a more powerful engine looks dubious. Not only because of the higher tax (only in new versions of the Camry, the manufacturer reduced the engine power to 249 horsepower), but also because of the high maintenance costs.

Right-hand drive cars were equipped with a 2.5-liter engine that is rare for Russia. In fact, it is the same as the 2.4-liter engine familiar to Russians. The only major difference is the use of hydraulic lifters in the design.

Conclusion

When choosing a Camry in the secondary market, you need to look for a well-maintained car with a mileage of up to the second hundred. But it should be borne in mind that many used cars are sold with rolled mileage. Even a well-groomed and neat appearance is not a sign of low mileage, the car was purchased by many companies and government agencies for own fleets. Therefore, even with a mileage of 400 thousand kilometers, the cars look fresh.

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Camry I bought by accident. Why by chance? Because when the time came to replace the Corolla, I decided to just buy a new Corolla to replace the old one. (I drove my Corolla for 5 years and during all this time it did not let me down. Despite the fact that I had a complete set with a robot.) Arriving at the salon, I ordered a test drive and we drove a restyled “cow”. Ride on it I had a strange feeling. It seems to be new car, and the feeling of how I rode on my own. Since my “burenka” had the penultimate equipment, I looked closely at the corresponding one. The price tag in the appropriate configuration is 800 kopecks. While walking and thinking decided to look into the interior of the Camry. And here I am sitting, thinking, and a guy walks by (he is engaged in evaluating cars). He looked at me and said: “Why do you need a Corolla? Better take the Camry in the base. (Here I digress. The appraiser was aware of my affairs, because I brought him a car for evaluation, and along the way we talked about cars.) He immediately quit and left, and I sit and begin to delve into his words. The Camry in the base costs (at that time) 960 tr, the Corolla in my configuration (read the maximum) - 860 tr. The difference is 100 thousand, despite the fact that the Camry database has everything (with the exception of keyless access to the car) that is in the Corolla. For prices, I can, of course, lie, because. It was 2 years ago., but the essence of this does not change. That's how I became the owner of the Camry. Of course, as is often the case, I decided that if you take a Camry, it is better with capacity. 2.5l and 6 automatic transmission. As a result, the car cost 1080 thousand rubles. Bargained from the dealer as a gift set of winters. res., immobilizer, floor mats and crankcase protection. True, for the installation of all this had to pay.

Separately, I want to say about CASCO. The dealer offered me the "cheapest option". I don't remember the campaign. The cost of the policy was 92k. Fortunately, I have a friend in another insurance company, I turned to him. Bottom line: CASCO cost 60k. rubles. The policy on the Corolla cost the same. True, I didn’t have a friend then. =)

Strengths:

• Appearance (although who cares)
• Engine + automatic transmission
• Suspension
• Price-quality ratio

Weak sides:

• The operation of the wipers in automatic mode (the algorithm is not clear to me)
• Blowing in the area of ​​​​the front pillar (noticeable in winter, at speed)
• Dealer (or rather his job)

Review of Toyota Camry 2.5i 16V (Toyota Camry) 2012

I chose this car for 4 years. It all started with an acquaintance with his predecessor TOYOTA CAMRY 40, initially there was a desire to take this particular generation with a 3.5 engine, about 280 horses and acceleration to hundreds in 6.8 seconds. It cannot be said that TOYOTA CAMRY is a sports car, but it drove 40 very confidently, while its consumption is less than on a similar model with a 2.4 engine. This was the first thing that impressed me. Secondly, the cost of spare parts is very low, comparable to SKODA, and possibly cheaper. In addition, you practically don’t have to buy these spare parts, basically changing consumables and the car will serve for a long time and faithfully. BUT ... as often happens, life has made its own adjustments - it’s almost impossible to find this car for sale in good condition, it took me 2 month, for which fed up with driving a replacement car. About $ 200 was spent on diagnosing potential applicants. The secret is simple - there are a lot of cars with an engine of 2.4, 3.5, basically everyone was taken to companies where no one spared them, and if there were exceptions and they came across a caring and accurate driver, then these machines among their own colleagues are implemented by the management. There is no end to those who wish. And then, just in time, the shift-50 arrived in time and I decided to look into the salon to clarify the price. After doing a test drive, I realized that we should take. The new generation is definitely better than the previous one, if the comfort and smoothness of the ride were at a height in the previous body, then no one liked the interior in the 40s. The dynamics of 2.5 liters is definitely faster than that of 2.4. More on everything below:

SALON AND ELECTRIC The interior is spacious and leathery, the seat profile is much better defined than in the previous model, they hold their back better, went on trips of 1000+ km, there is no fatigue at all, I was surprised, but neither my back nor my neck really hurts at all. As usual in TOYOTAS , everything is at hand and large. Noise isolation for 4 with a minus, but acceptable. Joysticks for controlling mirrors have not exactly changed for 10 years, similar on 30 and on Kruzaks and Lexuses of the mid-thousandths. In short, everything is very clear, reliable and verified over the years of operation. Everything works properly and the way you expect. The screen is a decent size touch screen, I got used to it in a couple of days, it's really convenient to use, there is a built-in function for connecting the phone via bluetooth and outputting a dialogue to the audio system, very convenient. The audio system is not outstanding, but you can listen, while I don’t think I can change it, if the recording is good, then everything is ok. If you try to connect the phone while driving, nothing will work, she does not want to endanger you, this can only be done by parking. All sorts of additional things are configured through the screen, for example, I set the doors to close when driving from 20 km, so that no one jumps into the car when you stop at a traffic light, and someone decides to look for your bag in the back seat. When you turn on the parking on the box, the doors open automatically. Respect for the armrest, they finally made it normal, in the 40s I went back and forth and was not fixed, there is a fixation, well, it is wide and soft. The plastic in the cabin is mostly soft, the stitching on the top panel is like under the skin, well type looks normal))) a few outbred, but what can you do. If you need thoroughbreds, this is for the German big three, and not for TOYOTA at all, this is not only about CAMRY, here the wood-like plastic is questionable and the color scheme of all buttons and the combination of all this with “aluminum” on the box. But much better than in the past, just on the head. The heating knobs are conveniently located in an accessible place, I focus on this, because before I met NISSAN TEANA, I thought that it goes without saying, nothing like that - in TEANA, the butt heating control buttons after a long search were found in the armrest, inside? ????WTF???Interestingly, the optitron instrument scale works very pleasant white color, when entering the tunnel, it dims the light so as not to blind, you leave from under, it shines brightly again. The rain sensor is there and works properly, the climate system did not cause any complaints, everything is ok. What is missing here, as for me, is memory seats, even optional, well, everyone probably knows how the Japanese treat options, this is for Europeans. The manager of the salon said that if they put seat memory here, it would turn out to be a LEXUS, but the TOYOTA AVALON has it. glass sections. A wiper on the rear window would not hurt, I had it on OCTAVIA - very convenient. There was a small problem with the creaking of the steering wheel, there was some kind of belt inside that creaked, making very plaintive squeaky sounds - they changed it under warranty, some childhood illnesses auto.

If you don’t forget to lubricate the guide “fingers” of the calipers and change the discs and pads in time, the brakes are almost eternal. Moreover, the quality of the original components is so high that with 2.4 engines, cars are found with native disks and on runs under 200 thousand, and the pads may well go up to a hundred. But from 3.5, the discs overheat, and the pads “burn” in the literal sense. Affects and more weight, and a more aggressive average driving style.

The handbrake mechanism is a bit weak, but it is rarely used on cars with automatic transmission. To replace its cables, you need to remove a lot of parts of the plastic lining of the passenger compartment, so on older cars it either does not work at all (because the cables are soured), or simply does not create the necessary braking force. Very rarely there are cars with vacuum booster leaks - this manifests itself in the form of irreparable speed swimming and a quiet hiss when the pedal is pressed.

Suspension is also a model of reliability, up to a run of a hundred thousand in urban conditions, you can not think about it. Unless the anti-roll bars may not live up to the anniversary run.

Its only drawback is that wheel alignment must be done regularly, including on the rear axle. The wheel alignment angles go away quickly and naturally after a couple of trips to the "directions". After 150 thousand, most likely, you will have to change the ball joints in the front (possibly along with the levers), and to maintain comfort, replace the strut mounts and shock absorbers front and rear.

At the back, after hundreds of thousands, all traction will require attention. If instead of rubber there is “duct tape”, then after a hundred you will also have to invest in replacing wheel bearings in a circle. In general, nothing surprising, everything is standard.

Pictured: Toyota Camry "2006–09

The steering is also reliable and simply arranged. Rack tapping is heard only at high mileage, leaks are rare. More often, the spline connection of the steering column or the cardan cross is knocking. Steering wheel position sensor malfunctions affect the operation of the ESP more, but on cars with a hybrid power plant that are rarely found in our country, this can cause steering failure.

Transmission

The mechanics are solid, as expected. It is worth paying attention only to the leaks of the manual transmission and the condition of the outer covers of the CV joint. The manual shift transmission itself will not bring any surprises - the E 351 box was installed on several generations of Toyota cars, and it showed itself in at its best. No fashionable dual-mass flywheels, except perhaps hydraulic release, but the bearing is separate, and the hydraulics are separate. Absolutely classic and reliable design.

However, some age wear occurs. The gearshift lever is gradually loosening, the rocker is gaining backlash over time. And especially strong personalities sometimes stretch and tear the drive cables from the latches or even bend the lever itself. The latter, by the way, is sometimes performed on purpose: initially it goes too far forward and to the right, and on a wide center console this is not the best solution. After a run of 150-200 thousand, it is better to change the cables - otherwise there is a chance that their tips will fly off. It is better to combine the process with clutch replacement.

Most of the cars are equipped with automatic transmissions. Of course, they are all manufactured by the Aisin subsidiary. Regularly, the Russian Camry relied on a five-speed "automatic" Aisin U 250E with a 2.4 engine and a six-speed U 660E for cars with a 3.5 engine.

In addition to these options, there may be imported cars with other units. So, restyled cars can be found with a 2.5 engine and a “six-speed” U 760E, and all-wheel drive cars with right-hand drive that are rare in our country were equipped with a four-speed gearbox U 241E. The e-CVT P311 was installed on the hybrid ones.

The most common is the five-speed U 250E / U 151E, also known as Aisin 95-51LS. It is the U 151E version that is most often installed on Russian-assembled cars, it is a little stronger. In principle, the box can also withstand the torque of 3.3 / 3.5 engines - for example, it was it that was installed on the Lexus RX 330. But with powerful engines, it did not live long and not very happily, but with 2.4 it turned out to be almost eternal.

If you do not overuse racing around the city, change the oil every 50-60 thousand kilometers, and the filter every second oil change or the appearance of visible pollution, then it can go far beyond 300 thousand kilometers. There are even chances to reach 500.

However, don't count on automatic luck. There are enough people who confuse the Camry with the Ferrari 360, and even this “automatic” will be left for them. Racing and lack of maintenance primarily finish off the solenoids of the valve body, and if the oil is not changed in time, irreparable damage to the “plate” itself, its distortions and overheating occur. The mechanics of the automatic transmission also suffers: the bushing and pump seals wear out, the box starts to leak. Often, overly aggressive drivers have a damaged back cover and burn out Overdrive and Direct clutch packs. And in advanced cases, the entire set of these packages, including the drum. But first, the cover bearing will die, which is usually accompanied by a blow when turning on the reverse gear and switching from second to third.

In repair, the box is well mastered - “thank you” to crossovers with powerful V 6 and minibuses. Thanks to this, there should not be any special problems with the restoration. But in this case, it’s easier to find a contract unit: Camry boxes often serve as “donors” for crossover all-wheel drive transmissions, since there are a lot of them and they are cheap. But in no case should you look for a replacement version from the 3.3 engine - the transmission mechanics do not differ, but the difference in wear will be big.

The six-speed U 660E is somewhat more complex in design and has a number of childhood illnesses. Its version for weaker engines U 760E came out later, and therefore turned out to be somewhat more reliable. Like many modern automatic transmissions, there is a problem with early lining wear. With runs over 120-150 thousand, it is already worthwhile to carefully monitor the purity of the oil, because with critical wear, the gas turbine engine can very quickly “clog” the channels of the valve body and leave the box without oil.

Plate wear, solenoids wear and other things are typical problems. Often, a replacement of the selector position board with a temperature sensor is added to them. During normal operation, the resource is more than sufficient, for 200 thousand, but it is very sharply reduced if you drive aggressively. But Camry with a 3.5 engine for many turned out to be just a machine for “bending” everyone and everything ... Remember this.

Another problem is much more serious, which does not appear on every machine, but leads to a complete failure of the unit. The main housing bearing begins to play due to the loosening of the thrust washer. Especially often this happens to those who load a cold automatic transmission. Vibrations at the same time kill all other nodes, including the planetary gear, clutch hub, differential, and if you start the situation, then the box body.

Damage to the Direct drum is usually associated with poor sealing of its package - pistons and clutches need to be replaced, sometimes the drum itself is overheated. In case of wear of the drum or repeated incorrect installation of the pistons, the drum with the shaft assembly is often changed, but in this case only the price of spare parts exceeds 50 thousand rubles.

Cars after restyling are mainly equipped with an already modified version of the 6-speed automatic transmission, but nevertheless, by the end of the model’s release, the problems have not been completely resolved and can manifest themselves. Especially during hard use.

Well, the “standard” problem with the wear of the rear cover came to the fore, like in five-speed boxes. In this case, packets C1-C2 are lit, which are responsible for transmissions 1-4. The U 760 box has no bearing problem and is basically the same as the restyled U 660 versions.

The "all-wheel drive" transmission U 241E belongs to the family of "eternal" boxes U 140 / U 240 (aka Aisin AW90-40LS), which have long become legendary. The main weaknesses are the same as other Toyota boxes - the back cover, electronics failures and solenoids wear. Moreover, the wear of the linings of the blocking of the gas turbine engine during aggressive movement occurs quickly - the lining is too small.

Motors

As with everything else, the Camry's engines are also in order. They are reliable, conveniently arranged and inexpensive to repair. With proper operation, they will also survive the body. But everything happens. For example, radiators need to be monitored. They are very weak, corrosion destroys the lower part by the age of ten, and leaks are possible. Yes, and ignition modules are not eternal - fasteners break.

The most common 2.4 engine is the 2AZ-FE. It is considered "eternal", and in general it is true. But in real life after 200 thousand kilometers, you should be prepared for oil leaks - for example, through an oil pressure sensor or gaskets. Overheating most often leads to damage to the threads in the cylinder block and leakage of antifreeze from under the cylinder head. On machines of early releases, the thread may also be broken due to a design defect, but the solution to the problem is provided by the manufacturer.

A weak crankcase ventilation system leads to oiling of the DMRV and intake, quickly gets dirty and. After a run of 150-200 thousand, you need to monitor the leakage of nozzle seals, and in general, many rubber elements should be updated.

In general, the motor needs to be monitored, and then it will show itself in all its glory. The resource of the piston group during normal maintenance is more than 300-350 thousand kilometers. Including due to short service intervals (which many irresponsible motorists seriously consider as a disadvantage) and the high quality of the recommended oil produced under the brand Toyota.

The timing chain resource is from 150 thousand kilometers and up to about 250-300: these are excellent indicators by all standards. Sometimes they pay attention to a weak hydraulic tensioner, often it needs to be replaced after hundreds of thousands of runs. At the same time, spare parts are inexpensive - this is not M 271 for you, where two phase shifters with wearing stars cost 50 thousand rubles each. Here the whole set pulls on 9-15 thousand, if you buy a non-original one.

With runs of 120-150 thousand, it is also recommended to adjust the valve clearances: there are no hydraulic lifters. The motor is not prone to coking, oil consumption is mainly associated with contamination of the ventilation system and leaks of oil seals and gaskets. The resource of plastic and rubber parts is high, since the operating temperature of the motor is not higher than 90 degrees, and the thermostat is generally 84 degrees.

In our conditions, it is worth fearing the failure of the catalyst. It is located here on the engine itself, and when it falls off, intensive wear of the piston group begins - do not miss the appearance of the ringing of the cell block in it or the appearance of back pressure on the outlet. Cold starts and quick warm-up on the go are especially harmful to him. Another weak point is the resource of the pump, after hundreds of thousands of runs it is recommended to change it every 50 thousand.

The larger six-cylinder 3.5 engine of the 2GR-FE series differs little in terms of resource from the “fours”, except perhaps in better side. But the chances of "killing" him with harsh exploitation are much greater.

Timing chain 2AZ-FE 2.4

original price

5 188 rubles

The shoals are the same. Oiling with age, a small pump resource (here it fails even more often) and catalysts. Unfortunately, the timing chain on this engine does not please with a consistently high resource, there have been cases of chain stretching at runs of less than 120 thousand kilometers, and stars suffer first of all. The noisy operation of the motor is a reason to bargain in the amount of about 50-80 thousand rubles. Often, noises are attributed to unadjusted valve clearances, here this procedure is required every 80-100 thousand mileage and costs significantly more than on the "fours".

Very noisy start - most likely, the appearance of the first problems with pressure leaks through the couplings of the phase shifters of the VVTi system or contamination of the control valves. Oiling of the throttle valve and intake after “annealing” here is of a regular nature - the throttle is required to be cleaned, and it is recommended to change the candles at least once every 40 thousand kilometers for normal smooth operation.

The appearance of leaks due to dried nozzle rings with high mileage and various violations of the intake tightness is also a typical trouble. On production machines until 2010, leaks of the oil supply pipe are possible - it was composite, metal-plastic. The part was changed as part of a recall campaign, and if the motor on the purchased car is not finalized, replace the tube with an all-metal one immediately - if it breaks, the oil in the engine is enough for about 15 minutes of operation.

When working on low-viscosity oils and a long-term heavy load, overheating or even scuffing of the fifth cylinder occurs - the cooling system turned out to be rather weak. Among the owners, the problem even received the capacious name PPC (the problem of the fifth cylinder), which reflects the consequences of a breakdown quite well. In the presence of oil appetite and increased noise of the piston group, examination with an endoscope is recommended.

However, although there are no repair sizes for the pistons, the motor liners are cast iron, and the overhaul will not be so ruinous. It is also worth noting that the Camry version of this motor is still much less prone to overheating problems than on the Lexus GS III, where PPC visits car owners with V6 through one.

And in general, remember: the six-cylinder engine is quite heavy. A very loaded engine mount requires regular monitoring of the condition of the supports, and increased vibrations are a frequent companion of machines with poor maintenance.

The motor is not one of the absolutely unpretentious, but in comparison with German competitors, it is simply an example of reliability and resource. We, unfortunately, take such engines mainly “for driving”, and the condition of both the engine and the transmission leaves much to be desired - but there are chances, especially if the car is from the corporate fleet. But the tax is too big and hardly justified, because only on the next generation cars the power was cut to 249 hp.

On right-hand drive cars, the 2AR-FE engine is also found - a 2.5-liter in-line "four", in fact, not much different from the AZ series. Unless the motor has become quieter due to the use of hydraulic lifters, and there are no problems with the strength of the thread in the block.

Is Camry Worth It?

A really strong car with a very decent resource of units and all components. Of course, there is no ideal, but with proper maintenance, the car will only go for maintenance, since they are very frequent here. Of course, a four-cylinder engine is a more practical option, but if taxes and increased maintenance costs do not bother, then 3.5 is also fine. There is no catastrophic difference in reliability.

Just look for a well maintained car with less than 200,000 miles on it. Practice shows that mileage is rolled mercilessly - options from corporate fleets before delivery to the seller have more than 300-400 thousand on the odometer and are in such good external condition that in the hands of cunning businessmen the nominal mileage instantly decreases by half, and this is not striking .

When buying a Camry, do not count on royal comfort and “minced meat”, the car is objectively inferior to German competitors in this. But if you just need a large comfortable car that does not require big money for maintenance, Camry - definitely your choice. Even taking into account the overpayment upon purchase, it remains a very profitable investment.

20.09.2017

- the most popular business sedan in the history of Toyota. The production of Toyota Camry has been going on for more than 30 years, during which time the car has become a real bestseller on the market, and, in recent years, it has been recognized as the best in terms of price-quality ratio. In fairness, it is worth noting that this car had few serious competitors, especially in the CIS countries. In the secondary market, the Camry is one of the most popular cars, and for good reason - a comfortable, roomy premium sedan at the price of a budget Korean in a top-end configuration. It sounds really tempting, but the question arises, what problems will you have to face after buying a Toyota Camry with a mileage of more than 100,000 km, and what you should pay attention to when choosing this car in the secondary market. We will talk about this and much more now.

A bit of history:

The name Camry (Camry) comes from the Japanese phonetic notation of the Chinese character 冠 (kammuri), which means "crown". Toyota began work on the creation of the first premium business class sedan in its lineup in early 1980. The debut of the Toyota Camry (V10) took place in 1982, initially the car was only available in the Japanese market and was called the Toyota Vista. Six months later, this model began to be exported to the USA and Europe under the familiar name for us "Camry". The second generation was introduced in 1986, outwardly the car was not much different from its predecessor. The third generation Toyota Camry (V30) appeared in 1990, but was intended only for the Japanese domestic market. For export to the US and European markets, another model was developed with the XV10 index, it was larger, heavier and had a different design, and was also available in the station wagon body. In Japan, the same car was sold under the name Toyota Scepter.

The fourth generation of the Toyota Camry V40 was introduced in 1994, this version of the car was offered only in a sedan, but, as before, it had a Vista platform model. The car was intended only for the Japanese domestic market. An export version of the Camry with the XV20 index was introduced in 1996. The fifth generation Toyota Camry was introduced in 2000 in Japan. The world premiere of the novelty took place at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September 2001. Unlike its predecessors, the car received all the latest trends, harmoniously combined with the traditional sophistication of business class cars, which contained only a minimal number of straight lines.

The debut of the sixth generation Toyota Camry (XV40) took place in 2006 at the Detroit auto show. The history of this generation was relatively short, as for a prestigious car - official sales started in 2007, and in 2011 the next generation was introduced. The reason for this was the low quality of the interior finishing materials and the controversial design, which scared away the former fans of the Toyota Camry and forced them to purchase cars such as. In 2009, car showrooms received a restyled version of the car, in which, according to manufacturers, the main technical shortcomings were eliminated. The premiere of the seventh generation of the car (XV50) took place in 2011. The novelty differed from its predecessor in angular features in the design of the front end, as well as the absence of smooth lines and an improved interior.

Problematic and weak points Toyota Camry (XV40) with mileage

The quality of the paintwork, like most modern cars, leaves much to be desired - scratches and chips appear even from minor mechanical contact. And, here, the corrosion resistance of the body does not raise any questions. An exception may be cars that were restored after an accident using a makeshift method. The weak points of the body include chrome elements (they become cloudy and peel off) and a decorative bar above the license plate mounted on the trunk lid - the paint is cracking (it was repainted on many copies).

The paint on the windshield wiper leashes swells and peels over time (3-4 years of operation), the same problems are characteristic of rims. On cars of the first years of production, the headlight washer nozzles often jam in the open position. The solution to the problem is cleaning from the accumulated dirt. When inspecting, you should pay attention to the washer fluid reservoir, the fact is that it is very close to the bumper and can crack even with a minor accident. You need to carefully insert the gun into the gas tank of the car, since very thin metal is used in the gas tank neck, there have been cases when careless owners pierced it with a gun at a gas station. To eliminate the defect, you will have to change the neck with the pipe.

Engines

Toyota Camry was completed only with petrol power units of 2.4 (163 and 167 hp) and 3.5 (277 hp) liters. As operating experience has shown, both motors are very hardy and, with timely maintenance, do not cause much trouble up to 200-250 thousand km. But, like any mechanism, these motors are not without weaknesses. The most common problem is the premature failure of the drive belt tensioners, this happens on a run of 80-100 thousand km. Symptoms - there is a soft clicking sound. The cooling pump has approximately the same resource. Her imminent death will be told by a pink coating and marks on the hood protection, increased pump noise. The throttle body clogs quickly, so it needs to be flushed every 30-40 thousand km if you do not want to change the assembly ahead of schedule. The same procedure is recommended for injectors installed on the 3.5 engine. When using low-quality fuel, the oxygen sensor and mass air flow prematurely fail.

The 2.4 four-cylinder engine is prone to overheating to avoid serious trouble and high costs ( when overheated, leads the head of the block) Flush the cells of the engine cooling radiator and air conditioner at least twice a year. On most used Camrys, oil consumption is about 1 liter per 10,000 km, for cars with a mileage of more than 100 thousand km, this is considered the norm, if the consumption is higher, then, in the future, the problem will worsen.

For a V6 3.5 engine, individual ignition coils begin to burn at 150,000 km. Also, on cars until 2009, a common problem is oil leakage due to a leaky oil cooler tube (a plastic tube was originally installed, after restyling the oil line was replaced with an all-metal one). Often, owners are perplexed by the Check VSC System error that suddenly popped up on the instrument panel, many owners assure that there is no need to worry, since the error occurs due to a “glitch” in the system and will pass by itself. If the error does not disappear for a long time, while the car drives normally, check the sensor, it may need to be replaced. In the event of unstable operation of the power unit and the sensor is triggered, the ignition coil most likely needs to be replaced. Also, an error can be displayed if the battery is faulty.

When starting the engine in the cold season, you can hear an unpleasant buzzing and metallic rattle, the source is “bendix” ( overrunning clutch designed to "disengage" the starter from the running engine). This happens due to the fact that the grease in the relay is not designed for low temperatures and with the onset of cold weather, it freezes and the “retractor” does not have time to get out. Replacing the Bendix lubricant with a more plastic one will help eliminate this trouble. Often, on a run of 130-150 thousand km, a generator pulley needs to be replaced. When choosing a car, you should clarify its history, the fact is that Camry was often used by officials and businessmen who were driven by drivers. As a rule, such cars were idling for a long time (the interior was constantly heated in winter, cooled in summer), and the car was serviced without taking into account the hours worked, and it turned out that the oil was changed at 10,000 km as prescribed in the regulations, but in fact it turned out 15-20 thousand km. In such cases, it is difficult to predict the engine life ( under normal operation, the motor can last up to 500,000 km).

Transmission

Toyota Camry (XV40) with a 2.4 engine was equipped with two gearboxes - a five-speed manual and a hydromechanical automatic, with a 3.5 engine only a six-speed automatic transmission was installed. The manual transmission is very reliable and practically does not cause problems to its owners. The only trouble that owners of cars with manual transmission face is increased vibration in 5th gear during hard acceleration. In most cases, the culprit of this ailment is the wear of the clutch and hub of the gearbox synchronizers. The clutch, with careful operation, is enough for 100-130 thousand km, but the release bearing may require replacement for 60,000 km. Symptoms - fuzzy and difficult gear shifting.

The second most reliable is considered a 5-speed automatic, in most cases its resource is 200-250 thousand km. Its main drawback is the sudden failure of the selector, but you should not be afraid, since the solution to this problem is cheap - you need to replace the end sensor, which is located under the brake pedal. On some instances, over time, the contact in the automatic transmission control unit disappears (a new unit will cost 500 USD), fortunately, we have already learned how to eliminate this ailment without replacing the unit (repair of the control unit is required).

The trouble-free operation of a 6-speed automatic transmission directly depends on the driving style. If you drive constantly in the “slipper on the floor” mode, the box will need to be repaired on a run of 100-120 thousand km - the clutches wear out. Symptoms are jerks during hard acceleration and during shifting from third to fourth gear, which are accompanied by rattling and overgassing. With untimely maintenance and the use of low-quality lubricants, by 100,000 km, wear products clog the channels of the valve body. In both cases, repairs will not be cheap, about 1000 USD, replacing the box will cost 2500-3000 USD. To increase the transmission service line, it is recommended to change the oil in the box at least once every 60,000 km. The main cause of failure of automatic transmissions is overheating of the box. There is an additional cooling radiator installed on the gearbox, and if it is not cleaned from time to time, the chances of overheating increase. Also, the driving style affects the resource of the box, if you like to arrange races at traffic lights, you should not count on the long service life of the box.

Driving performance suspension Toyota Camry (XV40) with mileage

Toyota Camry (XV40) is equipped with an independent suspension: front - MacPherson strut, rear - multi-link. In terms of comfort, Camry has always been famous for its satisfactory ride and good energy intensity, but this also has its drawback, the softness of the suspension does not add confidence when maneuvering on high speeds. As for the reliability of the suspension, in this regard, the Camry is one of the leaders in the class. Stabilizer struts and bushings take care of 60-80 thousand km. At 80-100 km, external CV joints begin to knock ( change assembled with the axle shaft). Silent blocks of the front levers will have to be changed every 120-150 thousand km ( change assembly with lever). Ball bearings and shock absorbers with careful operation will not bother up to 150,000 km. The rear wishbones can last about the same amount.

The steering system is also a long-liver, the rail starts to flow after 150,000 km of run, with careful operation it can last more than 200,000 km (replacement 500-600 USD). Steering tips and rods serve an average of 120-150 thousand km. One of the weak points of the steering is the steering shaft cardan cross. After 100,000 km, power steering fluid may leak through the seals and the high pressure hose of the power steering pump. A vulnerability in the chassis is the brake system, or rather, the front discs, which overheat during heavy braking, and, in most cases, deform and crack. Symptoms - beating in the steering wheel when you press the brake pedal. At the same time, the rear discs serve more than 100,000 km. Caliper guides are prone to souring, in order to avoid costly repairs, it is recommended to lubricate them at each MOT.

Salon

Salon Toyota Camry is made of inexpensive finishing materials, because of this, the car received a large number of criticism not only from experts and bloggers, but also from owners who have been operating the car for a long time. The most criticized leather seat trim, which quickly loses its original appearance. On some specimens with a range of up to 100,000 km, cracks appeared on the skin. Things are no better with fabric upholstery (quickly overwritten). Soundproofing raises many questions, there is a feeling that it was installed at the AvtoVAZ plant (during heavy rain in the cabin you will have to talk in raised tones). The build quality also leaves many questions as to who and where assembled the car, which cost more than $25,000 new. The front seats are very soft and have no lateral support.

As for the reliability of electricians, there are certain problems here. Over time, the instrument panel begins to fail. On many cars with a mileage of more than 100,000 km, there are problems with the air conditioner - the compressor fails. The evaporator of the air conditioner begins to "spit dandruff", this ailment appears as a result of the oxidation of the evaporator, which will have to be replaced (about 500 USD).

Outcome:

- a reliable, comfortable and inexpensive car to maintain for relatively little money. Unfortunately, it is not without minor flaws, but, in fairness, it is worth noting that most of them can be eliminated without much difficulty and for reasonable money. When choosing a used Camry, it is better to give preference to copies released after 2009, since sedans of this age have practically no weak points.

Advantages:

• Spacious salon.
• Comfort suspension.
• Reliability.

Flaws:

• Very poor soundproofing.
• Low quality of interior finishing materials.
• Deformation of the front brake discs.

If you are the owner of this car model, please describe the problems that you had to face during the operation of the car. Perhaps it is your review that will help readers of our site when choosing a car.

Toyota Camry 40 is a popular car with an established image of monumental reliability. Such an image is quite justified, but can play a disservice. Some owners believe that since the car is reliable, then it can be serviced every other time. Therefore, in the secondary market the main problem- find a "live" copy. In the article, you will learn which nodes you need to pay attention to first of all when buying a used Toyota Camry in the fortieth body.

A bit of history

The Camry 40 went on sale in 2006. For the first two years, cars of Japanese assembly were supplied to the Russian market. Since the end of 2007, local assembly has been established. There is no difference in quality. But the suspension is adapted to our roads and the ground clearance is slightly increased. In 2009, the model was restyled:

• changed the grille and front bumper;
• added direction indicators to the side mirrors;
• a little work on the interior and added a touch screen;
• the radio tape recorder became friends with bluetooth, respectively, the “hands-free” system appeared.

The philosophy of creating a car is a large and comfortable sedan for little money (like y). From this, some of the disadvantages of the Camry XV40 emerge, which you can put up with or eliminate on your own. For example, rather weak full-time sound insulation and not very high-quality finishing materials.

Body and equipment

The paintwork is quite easy to scratch and chip off. This is especially noticeable on the "noble" black color. But bare metal does not rust. Even on the Camry V40 of the first years of production, corrosion should not be. If there is, this is a clear sign of poor-quality body repair.

In total, the Camry 40 had 5 standard trims. But even the base R1 (Comfort) was well equipped:

• dual-zone climate control;
• 4 airbags (front + side);
• leather multifunction steering wheel and adjustable steering column;
• head unit with six speakers and CD-changer;
• foglights and full power accessories (glasses, mirrors);
• the only equipment with a manual transmission.

R2 (Comfort+) It features a five-speed automatic transmission and headlight washers. IN R3 (Elegance) added leather interior and parking sensors. And here R4 (Prestige) is already more interesting: the VSC stability control system, xenon and cruise control. All of the configurations mentioned above were supplied with a 2.4-liter gasoline engine.

Top R5 (Luxe) was only paired with a 3.5-liter engine and a six-speed automatic transmission. From the "buns": electric rear seat backs, curtain on the rear window and wooden inserts on the steering wheel.

Americans and Arabs

There are very few such cars in Russia. But in Belarus, Kazakhstan and Ukraine, the percentage of such Camry V40s on sale is quite high. There are differences between cars for the American market and the European / Russian one, but they are not cardinal. Basically, they relate to configurations.

The “Americans” have different front optics and no turns on the front fenders even before restyling. The bulk of the cars are brought in the basic LE configuration. The main difference from Europe is the lack of climate control, only air conditioning. Many owners note the poor quality of the upholstery and plastic in the cabin before restyling. After 2009, the quality of the interior trim leveled off.

Less common are American XLEs. There may already be navigation, and engine start from the button and good JBL music. The suspension of the "American" is softer. Another significant difference is that it can be equipped with a 2.5-liter gasoline engine. The same ones were already installed on the Camry 50.

The history of the "life" and service of any "American" can be checked using the CARFAX service.

With the "Arabs" a little sadder. In the local area, they are overwhelmingly used by taxi drivers. This also applies to Australian cars. Moreover, they have the same configuration. Most often, this is a “naked” GL, in which there is not even an optotronic dashboard. And before selling, such Camrys are driven 400-500 thousand km, which our craftsmen easily turn into 150-200 thousand km.

Top Arabic GLX And SE better equipped, but harder to find, and the price difference with European Camry is not so interesting.

Engines

Officially in Europe, only two Camrys in the 40th body were sold - gasoline 2.4 and 3.5 liters. Very rare 2.0-liter ( 1AZ-FE, 145 HP With.) Camry VX40 imported from Asia (13 out of 1338 listings). On its basis, the most common 2006-2011 Camry was created - a 2.4-liter ( 2AZ-FE, 158 and 167 liters. With.), which will be discussed in more detail below.

Another rare guest (25 out of 1338), at least for the Russian car market, is a 2.5-liter ( 2AR-FE, 179 l. With.). A more modern, but not lost "Toyota" reliability motor, which was installed on the "American". By the way, the same engine was installed on the next generation Camry XV50.

Hybrid Toyota Camry 40 is exotic. It is unlikely that you will find more than 5-6 current ads for sale. The second generation Hybrid Synergy Drive consists of a modified 2.4-litre petrol engine ( 2AZ-FXE, 149 l. With.) and a 41-horsepower electric motor. In the case of a ten year old car, fuel economy may be questionable due to potential electrical complications.

Engine 2.4 liters (2AZ-FE, 158 and 167 hp)

One of the best representatives of engine building in terms of reliability. But this reliability has two foundations:

• service every 10 thousand km is mandatory with high-quality oil (there are many options - discussion on the profile forum) and filters;
• regular cleaning of the radiators of the cooling system.

Although the engine is reliable, it is still afraid of overheating. And overheating can be caused by clogged radiators. General temperature regime motor does not exceed 90 degrees. Therefore, just after the engine overheats, problems begin with leaking gaskets, antifreeze and breaking the threads of the cylinder block.

If the 2.4-liter engine did not overheat and was serviced on time, then it will regularly serve at least 350-400 thousand km. You will only have to change the timing chain with a tensioner somewhere in the interval of 200-250 thousand km. And do not forget about adjusting the valves every 150 thousand mileage. There are no hydraulic lifters on this motor, so the valves must be adjusted manually.

The weak point of the 2AZ-FE is the pump. The native water pump runs from 100 to 200 thousand km, as you are lucky. Signs of malfunction - starts to make noise and leak. After the first replacement, most likely, you will have to change the pump every 50 thousand miles.

Engine V6 3.5 liters (2GR-FE, 277 HP)

The engine runs great. Less than 7 seconds to a hundred kilometers is impressive. But it seems that 277 forces were pushed into the Camry VX40 with a margin. The capabilities of the standard steering and braking system are not enough to unlock the full potential of the 3.5-liter engine. But this is not always necessary. For many, it is enough to have a supply of power under the gas pedal. Under Russian law, this stock is expensive due to transport tax.

The fortieth Camry with such engines is much less on sale - about 23% (316 out of 1338). Most of them were bought by "riders". And the increased power and aggressive driving style adversely affects the resource of a six-speed automatic.

Therefore, before buying a Camry 3.5, a particularly thorough diagnosis of the engine and gearbox is necessary. You can even check the 5th cylinder with a flaw detector for scoring. Such a nuisance can occur after the engine overheats and threatens with a complete overhaul of the power unit.

On production machines until 2010, there was a recall campaign due to the compound oil cooler tubes and the VVTi system. They were replaced with all-metal ones. Check, and if your car has old-style tubes, then be sure to replace it. In the event of a breakthrough, all the engine oil flows out within 10 minutes.

Otherwise, with good maintenance, the safety margin of 2GR-FE even more than the younger 2.4-liter engine. And with a difference in power of more than 100 liters. With. fuel consumption is practically the same. Unless, of course, you turn on the “rocket” driving mode.

The pump is also not very durable, and the valves will have to be adjusted more often - once every 100 thousand km. Please note that the cost of this procedure on a six-cylinder engine is significantly more expensive.

Transmission

A manual gearbox is quite rare (160 out of 1338 listings). The five-speed mechanics of the E351 is time-tested and does not cause problems at all. Over time, the backstage and the gearshift lever only become loose. Therefore, if the shift knob dangles, then this may be indirect evidence of a high mileage.

All automatic boxes on the Toyota Camry 40 were installed by the production of their own company Aisin, but there were several types and modifications:

The recipe for long-term and trouble-free operation of any automatic machine from Toyota is simple - regular and high-quality service. If you change the oil and filter every 60 thousand km (the filter can be done every 120 thousand), then the need for the first repair will arise in the interval of 300-500 thousand mileage.

Although regular maintenance is not the only condition. Equally important is the mode of operation. A constant racing style of driving and increased cold loads reduce the life of the box by several times. Therefore, before buying, you should not hope that the automatic transmission is super reliable and does not break. The wrong attitude can kill anything.

This is especially true for 6 speed U660E, which are paired with a powerful 3.5-liter engine. High torque and aggressive driving very quickly "sentence" this box for repair. Although during normal operation and maintenance, it is able to depart its prescribed 300+ thousand km without intervention.

There is only one conclusion - a thorough diagnosis before buying. There should be no jerking or jerking when switching.

Suspension

Chassis the 40th Camry is reliable, with an average margin of safety of 120-150 thousand km. Even consumables such as struts and stabilizer bushings take care of 60-80 thousand mileage (in the original).

The rear suspension is multi-link. This gives comfort and smoothness, but a dozen silent blocks will be needed during repairs. In the original, they only change along with the levers, but there are many alternative brands on sale. If you still want original spare parts, then you can buy silent blocks from Toyota Avalon. They fit perfectly, part numbers at the link.

Sometimes, when diagnosing a suspension, it is not always clear where the knock comes from, it seems to be the whole thing. In this case, you need to check the upper shock absorber mounts. Because of the tears, they knock very noticeably.

In general, the Camry 40's suspension is "sharpened" for comfort - soft and smooth. On this basis, many criticize the Camry 40 for poor handling. But it cannot be said that the car does not steer at all. Yes, it is not suitable for racing, but it was not created for them. For normal city or highway driving, the handling of the Camry is enough. Therefore, before buying, conduct a test drive to dispel all doubts.

Brakes and steering

There is not much to write in this section. Everything works well and for a long time. The brakes are rather weak for a 3.5-liter engine and an active driving mode. After frequent overheating, the brake discs may lead and will have to be changed. The first symptom is a beating in the steering wheel when braking.

Steering tips and traction live up to 150 thousand mileage. And the steering rack is unlikely to bother you up to 200 thousand km. Knocking in the steering can be emitted by the steering column in the area of ​​​​the spline connection and the cardan cross.

Electrician

Initially, the wiring was laid with a margin of safety. But due to the popularity of the model among car thieves, the Camry XV40 is often additionally equipped with one or even several alarms. And the degree of Camry's electrical problems directly depends on the degree of "handicraft" of the installers.

When inspecting, be sure to pay attention to how additional wiring is laid under the hood and in the cabin, look under the front panel. If you find inaccurate twists of wires and a bunch of electrical tape, then it will not hurt to go through additional computer diagnostics of the car.

Of the "innate" electrical weaknesses - the generator and air conditioning compressor. If the first is restored for a penny, then changing the compressor will cost several hundred dollars.

By the way, the cooling system does not hurt to check for "dandruff". If white flakes are blown out of the air ducts during operation of the air conditioner, then you need to prepare to replace the air conditioner evaporator. Replacement work can cost more than the evaporator itself.