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Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 11-04-2025, 09:45 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 458
Posted By speedy racer
VXDIAG VCX NANO Diagnostic tool Techstream 18.0

https://vxdiag.com/collections/vcx-nano-for-toyota/products/usb-version-vxdiag-vcx-nano-for-toyota I bought one these to run Techstream 18.0, works great with my 2013 Scion FRS, easy to configure...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 05-07-2025, 03:46 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 25,973
Posted By speedy racer
My 2013 FRS got 156k miles, the engine shot a rod...

My 2013 FRS got 156k miles, the engine shot a rod at 50k. Toyota rebuilt the engine under an extended warranty instead of a new engine, it’s been running great ever since. I recently bought a new...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 03-26-2025, 07:25 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,601
Posted By speedy racer
Reverse light not working

Hey my reverse light was intermittent, I had to jiggle my manual gear shifter and it would work sometimes and now I don’t get anything. Do anyone else have a problem with their reverse light and ...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 03-25-2025, 06:36 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 7,047
Posted By speedy racer
Just snaps off, I used a little pick tool, I just...

Just snaps off, I used a little pick tool, I just replaced it today. Turn on your engine, turn the dial to highest heat, snap the big part in, then turn the temperature knob to maximum heat and...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 06-11-2024, 02:13 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,311
Posted By speedy racer
My driver door won’t open from the inside, I had...

My driver door won’t open from the inside, I had to take the panel off and reattach the ball on the cable, it did it 2x so don’t pop your door handles too fast.
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 06-10-2024, 03:09 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,940
Posted By speedy racer
My 11 year review of my 2013 FRS

Hey guys, I got 130k on my 11 year FRS, 60k on the rebuild after engine failure at 50k. I had problems as soon as I got the car in my driveway and Toyota had it over 30 days, Toyota agreed to give...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 01-04-2020, 04:45 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,454
Posted By speedy racer
2013 Scion FRS AC Temperature or directional contol fix

I got a 2013 Scion Frs with a broken AC temperature control problem, of course my extended warranty just expired last month. I could not adjust the temperature, so I dismantled the AC control...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 07-21-2019, 04:25 PM
Replies: 249
Views: 80,633
Posted By speedy racer
My 2013 Scion FRS has this dash issue bad. I...

My 2013 Scion FRS has this dash issue bad. I have an extended warranty which expires next month, I hoping it is covered, going to take it to the dealer Monday.
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 09-05-2018, 03:21 PM
Replies: 617
Views: 265,872
Posted By speedy racer
Add my 2013 Scion FRS to this problems list. I...

Add my 2013 Scion FRS to this problems list. I had Ecu and tail light issues and recently had my engine replaced, lucky all was covered under extended warranty. I think after repairing this problem...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 04-06-2018, 01:01 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 11,407
Posted By speedy racer
I just got my FRS back, total bill was $11,602. ...

I just got my FRS back, total bill was $11,602. The CEL code was 895011, They told me no. 3 rod went bad so they had to rebuild my engine instead of replacing it with a new engine which costs $6500....
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 03-22-2018, 10:59 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 11,407
Posted By speedy racer
Dealership just informed me that Toyota will be...

Dealership just informed me that Toyota will be honoring my extended warranty. The ECU had stored 3 to 4 codes showing the VVT Variable Valve Timing threw the timing off to cause damage to my...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 03-08-2018, 04:24 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 11,407
Posted By speedy racer
Just got a call from the local Toyota...

Just got a call from the local Toyota stealership, they said I have to pay a $380 diagnostics fee to see if my extended warranty will cover repairs. This is BS i pay for extended warranty and have...
Forum: Other Vehicles & General Automotive Discussions 05-30-2014, 01:00 PM
Replies: 761
Views: 243,742
Posted By speedy racer
Thinking about trading in my FRS for new Lexus RC F

I had my FRS almost 2 years. This new Lexus RC F really caught my attention. I owned a 92 SC300 and really never like anything Lexus put out until now. What do you guys think? RC price about 40k...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 08-29-2013, 03:52 PM
Replies: 215
Views: 87,033
Posted By speedy racer
Check this dealer TRD exhaust 899 and ebay 365...

Check this dealer TRD exhaust 899 and ebay 365 TRD intake http://www.toyotaterritory.com/scripts/prodList.asp?idCategory=135
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 12-11-2012, 05:33 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 19,479
Posted By speedy racer
These doors feel light weight compared to my...

These doors feel light weight compared to my Lexus SC300. The SC got to be heaviest doors on a sport coupe. After so many years, the SC door hinge(looks like hinge off an airplane) has to be replaced...
Forum: DIY (Do-It-Yourself) Guides 11-12-2012, 06:43 PM
Replies: 119
Views: 84,259
Posted By speedy racer
EZ install, didn`t need to drill or take off...

EZ install, didn`t need to drill or take off wheels.
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 10-16-2012, 08:39 PM
Replies: 3,105
Views: 1,253,354
Posted By speedy racer
Update: Put 300 miles on my FRS after repairing...

Update: Put 300 miles on my FRS after repairing VVTI and new an ECU, my idle is not stable. If I let it idle, the RPM surge up to 700-750 every 40 secs. I haven`t heard anybody else experiencing...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 10-13-2012, 06:52 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 21,601
Posted By speedy racer
What your favorite cruising song?

My favorite highway song of all time is Radar Love by Golden Earring.
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 10-10-2012, 09:28 PM
Replies: 3,105
Views: 1,253,354
Posted By speedy racer
Back in saddle again and it feels like the very...

Back in saddle again and it feels like the very first time. After 40 days FRS being in the shop, I forgot how good the car drives. I drove 30 miles with no noticable idle dip. SOA will discuss...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 10-10-2012, 02:46 PM
Replies: 3,105
Views: 1,253,354
Posted By speedy racer
Yea its like a virtual waiting room.

Yea its like a virtual waiting room.
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 10-09-2012, 11:08 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 19,046
Posted By speedy racer
current name sour lemon (CEL SL)

current name sour lemon (CEL SL)
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 10-08-2012, 09:46 PM
Replies: 3,105
Views: 1,253,354
Posted By speedy racer
My FRS has been disabled since 8/31/12 which...

My FRS has been disabled since 8/31/12 which qualifies as a lemon now. I feel a little better about this CEL issue, now I got the upper hand. After replacing VVTI parts, I have been promised ECU...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 09-28-2012, 03:55 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 24,280
Posted By speedy racer
My car been inthe shop 30 days qualifying it as...

My car been inthe shop 30 days qualifying it as lemon. As much as I love the FRS, i don`t have confidence in the car since there is no concrete fix for CEL SL issues. I might be doing same thing...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 09-26-2012, 01:01 PM
Replies: 3,105
Views: 1,253,354
Posted By speedy racer
My car been in the shop since 8/31/12. Was told...

My car been in the shop since 8/31/12. Was told last week ECU was ordered, due in Wed, now Scion has informed me it will be Fri. Scion rep. keeps reassuring me I will be compensated for the...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 09-21-2012, 10:47 AM
Replies: 3,105
Views: 1,253,354
Posted By speedy racer
Just got update fron Scion rep. He said my ECU...

Just got update fron Scion rep. He said my ECU will be arriving wedesday. Its 2 days short to qualify for a lemon. Damn there goes my leverage. I noticed most FRS are fixed before 30 days.
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 09-17-2012, 04:08 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,646
Posted By speedy racer
Worth every penny.

Worth every penny.
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 09-14-2012, 06:16 PM
Replies: 3,105
Views: 1,253,354
Posted By speedy racer
My car been in shop since 8/31/12. Dealer just...

My car been in shop since 8/31/12. Dealer just installed VVTI parts and threw another CEL. I suspected this since no word from dealer all day. Will update when I hear more from corporate.
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 09-05-2012, 04:40 PM
Replies: 604
Views: 215,963
Posted By speedy racer
I fell your pain, Scion agent just told me 3-4...

I fell your pain, Scion agent just told me 3-4 weeks on parts. I express my concern about buying new car but getting repaired car. Told him won`t feel comfortable about keeping car without an...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 08-30-2012, 10:14 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,116
Posted By speedy racer
Called other scion dealer across town, they told...

Called other scion dealer across town, they told me drop it off and they give me loaner. This is a hendrick dealer alot more customer servive oriented than any sonic group dealer.
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 08-17-2012, 06:32 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 36,218
Posted By speedy racer
Downshifting might save your brakes, but it puts...

Downshifting might save your brakes, but it puts more wear and tear on engine. Cheaper to replace brakes as oppose to engine work.
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