Whirring noise

I thought I'd post the results of my car check up today as they said that Toyota is aware of my problem and that they've encountered several cases of this.

A few weeks ago, I posted about a whirring noise behind my display. I brought the car back today even though they had initially informed me the noise was normal, as it was definitely getting worse. Turns out that this problem is caused by a problem with the brake actuator. There are two methods of trying to cure this problem. The first is that they'll bleed the brakes, which sometimes rectifies the problem with no other action. The second cure it to replace the actuator itself. They bled the brakes today but said that if it starts making noise again, I'll have to call him to order the part and they'll fix it under warranty.

Just an fyi for anyone experiencing this trouble. If there's a problem the noise is very evident. It started as short whirring (friction type) spurts of noise and progressed into a long drawn out noise of the same sort. If you place your ear to the display, the noise comes from directly behind there.

 

Yes, they've already performed everything necessary for the "brake bleed" option. It's only if the noise comes back that they'll have to perform a hard fix and get a new part for installation. It was very frustrating as they told me the noise was normal and I knew better. As of today, they've been very decent about servicing the matter. If the next option of a major repair is required, I'll post about the experience here. I figure people would want to know as they've indicated my problem is not isolated and that they're now experiencing this problem in general.

 

Hey, Galaxee. I just saw your post today. I must've posted at the same time as you. Yes, it remained unresolved. They bled the brakes and the noise went away for a few days but it came back this morning. I called the service center. I guess they'll have to actually replace the part. Thanks for your link.

For those possibly affected, my noise sounded more like a grinding and pressing the brakes didn't affect the noise. If you hear anything strange coming from behind the display, you may want to check this out as an option.

I think all of this has motivated me to purchase an extended warranty.

 

Well, they had my car for two days to fix the brake actuator. I picked up the car last night and all was well. Today, upon start up, same exact noise happened. Bringing it back in next week. Anyone know what this could be?

 

Thanks. I'll mention it. Haven't brought the car back yet.

 

I just received a call from Toyota. Turns out, they think the noise is coming from my CD player. All this after bringing in the car three separate times and having a two day operation on my car to "fix" a brake actuator that wasn't even broken. I'm actually relieved, however. I find it to be in my best interest that it's simply my radio that's defective and not part of the engine or an electrical component. The hopeful fourth and final visit to the dealer will be next week. Yipeee!

 

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(galaxee @ Mar 21 2007, 07:10 PM) [snapback]409833[/snapback]</div>

Glad I could provide a little levity for you :angry:

Just kiddin'. As long as they don't f up my car, scratch or dent it - I could car less. Sometimes it takes an effort but I try not to get excited about things such as a little loss of time.