Toyota Highlander (2001-2007) - Common Problems, Reliability, Pros and Cons

แชร์
ฝัง
  • เผยแพร่เมื่อ 27 ก.ค. 2024
  • amzn.to/43i0HtT - All-in-One OBDII Car Scanner
    Please Subscribe - bit.ly/maxcar_sub
    Using the Toyota Camry platform, the mid-size Highlander was manufactured from 2001 to 2007. In this short video we will discuss the common issues, advantages, and disadvantages of the First Generation Toyota Higlander.
    Timecode:
    00:00:00 - Short intro
    00:00:50 - Common problems
    00:01:50 - Maintenance
    00:02:19 - Mechanical
    00:02:57 - Interior
    00:03:23 - Handling and ride
    00:03:42 - Overall
    00:04:00 - Toyota Highlander gen1 Buyer’s Checklist
    ******
    Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. This means that I may receive a commission if you click on an Amazon Affiliate link and make a purchase. This helps support my channel and allows me to continue to make videos like this. Thank you for your support!
  • ยานยนต์และพาหนะ

ความคิดเห็น • 43

  • @kosmickatt9697
    @kosmickatt9697 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Have an 03 with 240k. Runs beautifully. Favorite car I’ve ever had

  • @karlbork6039
    @karlbork6039 13 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    I have a 2003 with 190k miles. Still a great riding vehicle.

  • @stackthatartpaper
    @stackthatartpaper ปีที่แล้ว +54

    2007 V6 models will NOT die or break. In fact, I hear Toyota is going to issue a recall due to the fact it’s time you get a new car dammit.

    • @gerryconstant4914
      @gerryconstant4914 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Yes, I bought mine new & only have 102,000 miles on it. I did have to replace the alternator & decided to replace the belts at the same time 3 years ago.
      One think is if you start it right away it will squeal which is annoying. Turn the key on but only once & let the seatbelt chime play. Then start it up & it won't squeal. Something the do with the computer & the new alternator not communicating quick enough. My teen grandson found that out for me in TH-cam. He even set up the phone, Radio, etc when I bought my new 2019 Camry.As we were riding I asked him how the Cruise Control works & he said he didn't know because he was only 14. Lol

  • @tcc9826
    @tcc9826 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    Last year ,I got a 05 Highlander 3.3 V6 model with 90K+ mileage as my daily driving vehicle, very smooth driving experience on highway, powerful V6 engine give it a good acceleration. I just finished my Maine road trip with this "old friend" and I drove it for over 2000 miles during this trip, everything in this vehicle was still very soil feeling, even I did 50 miles off-road. I sprayed rustproof paint and wax on all the chassis parts and wish it will stay with me in the next few years.

    • @crimesguy
      @crimesguy ปีที่แล้ว +2

      About to do the same trip next month in my 07 V6, any recommendations?

    • @randycausey5269
      @randycausey5269 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Hey I have one with about 160K miles and I wanna bring it 6 hours away from school do you think it would be okay?

    • @Luke-yi1vz
      @Luke-yi1vz 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@randycausey5269just change the oil every 3k miles and transmission fluid every 60/100k but if your fluid has never been changed better to leave it otherwise you might destroy it.

    • @adiladilalhmady106
      @adiladilalhmady106 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      What about dispensing gasoline?

    • @carloszavala2992
      @carloszavala2992 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Lucky guy.

  • @damian9504
    @damian9504 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    My 2006 is running very good with 346k i bought it 13 years ago

  • @DJ-kh8if
    @DJ-kh8if 15 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Mine is an 05 3.3l AWD 176k change the oil every 4k never comes off full at each oil change. Runs excellent never had a problem with it. 👍

  • @brianchisnell1548
    @brianchisnell1548 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    It is a great vehicle! My '03 V-6 4WD has 48 k mi. Garaged. Just did the 100k service. Bumper to bumper. Expensive, but worth it!

    • @FlawedmanServingajustGod
      @FlawedmanServingajustGod 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Why expensive? To fix?

    • @ryanslings6234
      @ryanslings6234 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yes, expensive to fix, at least if you're getting OEM parts and having a certified Toyota tech do the work. That legendary Toyota reliability comes at a higher cost, parts are outrageous and labor is getting more expensive especially since pandemic. It's worth every penny, but be prepared to spend more money than you want to. ​@@FlawedmanServingajustGod

  • @bme7491
    @bme7491 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    2002 1MZ-FE, 282,000 miles....purrs like a kitten. No major problems to date.

    • @ericrichards9471
      @ericrichards9471 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thats pretty impressive! I recently bought a 2002 with the 1MZ-FE with 180k on it. The motor makes a ticking sound, still trying to figure out if its an exhaust leak or if it needs lash adjustment in the valvetrain... you ever run into any issues like that on yours? Also curious, what brand oil do you use?

    • @joepearlzz8504
      @joepearlzz8504 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@ericrichards9471can be lifters making noise Or injectors.. either way not an issue. Will still run. Maybe the oil wasn’t changed enough

  • @randys6220
    @randys6220 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I own a Toyota Highlander Hybrid 2006 with under 185K miles. Besides normal maintenance (batteries, brake pads, tires, water pump & timing belt, etc.) since I've owned the vehicle I've had 2 new radiators installed, entire radiator fan assembly replacement, all 4 window regulators & motors replaced, climate control system assembly replaced, interior blower motor replaced, both headlight assemblies replaced, radio/CD player replacement, crack in intake manifold that was replaced, rear /right side tail/brake/backup LED light assembly replaced, 3rd brake light assembly replaced and 2 new brake actuators unique to the hybrid version replaced at $3,400 each that killed all gas savings due to being hybrid & much more. No, the vehicle has never been in an accident.

  • @John-yk6wk
    @John-yk6wk 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

    My 2002 is running great with 297K

    • @bme7491
      @bme7491 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      And mine with 282,000 mi. Runs like a clock.

    • @Lukas-rw7ok
      @Lukas-rw7ok 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Niceee I have an 04 with 175k. That’s great to hear

    • @ericrichards9471
      @ericrichards9471 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thats pretty impressive! I recently bought a 2002 with the 1MZ-FE with 180k on it. The motor makes a ticking sound, still trying to figure out if its an exhaust leak or if it needs lash adjustment in the valvetrain... you ever run into any issues like that on yours? Also curious, what brand oil do you use?

    • @ericrichards9471
      @ericrichards9471 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@bme7491 Wow a bunch of people in these comments have some serious miles on the V6's! I recently bought a 2002 with the 1MZ-FE with 180k on it. The motor makes a ticking sound, still trying to figure out if its an exhaust leak or if it needs lash adjustment in the valvetrain... you ever run into any issues like that on yours? Also curious, what brand oil do you use?

    • @bme7491
      @bme7491 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@ericrichards9471 No problems with valve adjustment. Only corrective maintenance I've done myself recently was replace the two knock sensors and the MAF sensor.
      I've used different brands of 5W-30 as long as they meet the spec in the manual. Kirkland, Mobil 1, Toyota. Biggest thing is I replace the oil every 5000 mi. OR 6 mos. I attribute the great reliability to that one thing.

  • @asareakwasi7929
    @asareakwasi7929 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Wow I love this car

  • @jeffreyerickson6766
    @jeffreyerickson6766 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Its true, a minor solder caused hvac fluctuation. Easy fix. It's s 2004 otherwise perfect.

  • @T3l3MuNd0
    @T3l3MuNd0 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    I'm currently driving a 01 Toyota Highlander to work. Its had the Struts, Rotors, Break pads, CAT, Drive Belt, EVAP, Fuel Injectors, new Tran Fluid. & 5 new Destination Firestone Tires. I provided it with the Coil On plug, Spark Plugs, PCV Valve, Valve Cover Gasket, air Filter, Cabin Air Filter, & i change the oil a good 4,000ish miles because it STILL burns oil. However the car is at 294,××× & counting.
    I drive a good 45 miles a day to work and back. I work 5 days out of the week. Thats already 225 miles added every week. Multiply that by 4 weeks or 1 month & its 900 miles. But also a trip to the gas station is a good 5-7 miles depending where i go. Thats another either 20-28 extra miles added from the 900 miles already.
    So within 4 months , i drive a good 4000ish miles & i change the oil myself.
    Currently using Castrol Ultra clean. But right after that I'm all in on Pennzoil Platinium High Milage.

    • @guruofendtimes819
      @guruofendtimes819 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Change the timing belt at 95 with a Kevlar belt

    • @guruofendtimes819
      @guruofendtimes819 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      You probably bought the car that already had the sludge problem in it from the previous owner not changing the oil enough

    • @T3l3MuNd0
      @T3l3MuNd0 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      @guruofendtimes819 I have the 4 cylinder one so it has a Timing Chain.
      Also, we're the original owners of the car. That engine is known for oil burners because of the Piston rings. Like I said, it still burns oil, but it sounds new & feels new still. Now it's at 299,××× miles so it's almost going to the 300K mark.

  • @nightranger9795
    @nightranger9795 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    My 2007 2.4 has 300k miles and still working.

  • @danwake4431
    @danwake4431 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +27

    I hate when youtubers use AI voices in their videos.

    • @7.62hud
      @7.62hud 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Same

  • @thomascaley3097
    @thomascaley3097 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Gday
    I own a 09 kluger/Highlander
    Bank 1 sensor 1 running lean
    I have replaced fuel tank module
    Replaced both bank 1 sensors
    Replaced bank 2 sensor 1
    Replaced mats sensor
    I canceled the po171 code after taking out air filter and the check engine light didn't come on for a few days then it came back on about 20minutes after I topped up my tank
    I don't have any problems starting there is no backfiring
    Idle speed around 9k cruising around about 1,500k
    Thanks for any advice

  • @user-sm2zj4ig9b
    @user-sm2zj4ig9b 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What can be responsible for the high burning of gas

  • @tonystylesofficial6844
    @tonystylesofficial6844 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    What about can rattling and vvti problems ?

  • @yvenslabossiere3150
    @yvenslabossiere3150 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Maintenance light reset 0:53

  • @user-ex5lj1el5b
    @user-ex5lj1el5b ปีที่แล้ว +1

    2021to2027...1,500

  • @adiladilalhmady106
    @adiladilalhmady106 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1