1996 Toyota Camry No Power Shifting

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KJS
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hi..i have a 96 toyota camry. when i switch gears my car just doesnt seem to have any power.... it whines a little till i get into second gear then does the same thing for third...it takes a little bit to get some speed... then while im on the highway at certain times my rpm's will excel high then go down. i hope someone can help. single mom who doesnt want to get ripped off by a mechanic ... :wink:
Dec 26, 2006 at 3:59 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Your clutch is slipping -maybe a little adjustment might help on the free play if not -its time for the clutch assy to be replace-clutch disc,pressure plate, and throwout bearing
Dec 26, 2006 at 5:43 PM

Suggested Repair

Check clutch free play and adjust it if needed. If the clutch is still slipping, replace the clutch assembly, including the disc, pressure plate, and throwout bearing.

Conversation Summary

The owner of a 1996 Toyota Camry reported little power when changing gears, a slight whine until second and third, slow acceleration, and RPMs that rise high then drop on the highway. The expert said the clutch is slipping and recommended checking free-play adjustment, or replacing the clutch disc, pressure plate, and throwout bearing if adjustment does not help.

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