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Forum: General Yaris / Vitz Discussion 09-29-2018, 06:33 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 11,582
Posted By dj92
For those curious about the 1.0 1KR-FE engine

I've heard rumors that some people miss the 1KR-FE on the US market.
As I have driven one for about 4 Years from about 30000 to 113000km on the gauge, I'd like to share my experiences.
In the...
Forum: General Yaris / Vitz Discussion 06-18-2016, 08:10 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,160
Posted By dj92
At least mine changes the output voltage...

At least mine changes the output voltage according to several factors (engine load, battery temperature, headlight status).
It ranges from slightly above 12V to 14V, but the battery is 7 years old...
Forum: General Yaris / Vitz Discussion 06-07-2016, 03:54 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 4,002
Posted By dj92
Yup, blame it on the night :D

Yup, blame it on the night :D
Forum: General Yaris / Vitz Discussion 06-06-2016, 04:25 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 4,002
Posted By dj92
1.0 Aygo Engine: clicking noise - worn valves or bearings?

Hi there,
recently, my Yaris 1.0 (Aygo Engine, 1KR-FE) hit 90000km/ approx 55kMi and started clicking.
I have traced down the problem to the engine mechanicals:
-I took off the belt, the noise...
Forum: Photo-Video-Media Gallery 12-22-2015, 02:19 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 13,047
Posted By dj92
Di gal dem a like it :D

Di gal dem a like it :D
Forum: Third Gen Yaris General Discussion 10-12-2015, 06:20 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 7,038
Posted By dj92
As it's no VW/Audi Diesel: I don't see the...

As it's no VW/Audi Diesel: I don't see the necessity for any updates :D
In fact, automotive software is developed up to far higher standards than what you run on your PC, so there are almost (iirc...
Forum: DIY / Maintenance / Service 09-28-2015, 05:54 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,954
Posted By dj92
Just been so curious to try it out. However, a...

Just been so curious to try it out.
However, a pulled driver's seat belt fastener just gave me a B-dunnoanymore.
It did not appear on a plain OBD-Tool either.
Forum: DIY / Maintenance / Service 09-28-2015, 07:58 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,954
Posted By dj92
Maybe just a glitch? Or does it return...

Maybe just a glitch?
Or does it return instantly?
Forum: General Yaris / Vitz Discussion 09-07-2015, 04:40 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,900
Posted By dj92
I remember trying to tow-start a Space Star...

I remember trying to tow-start a Space Star (1l/69HP engine...) and almost frying my clutch.
I guess how fast the 747 would be at the time of the clutch's death :laugh:
BTW, does anyone have an...
Forum: General Yaris / Vitz Discussion 07-27-2015, 10:34 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 11,570
Posted By dj92
The wiring you can omit is far cheaper than the...

The wiring you can omit is far cheaper than the semiconductors I think :D
Forum: General Yaris / Vitz Discussion 07-27-2015, 10:32 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 9,455
Posted By dj92
When has education ever been a warranty for a...

When has education ever been a warranty for a well-paid job? :laugh:
Forum: General Yaris / Vitz Discussion 07-26-2015, 05:56 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 11,570
Posted By dj92
Because it requires pseudo-expensive...

Because it requires pseudo-expensive semiconductors :laugh:
In fact, they use it for the automatic A/C (highly recommended to retrofit)
Sadly, I did not find an affordable fan, so I had to build a...
Forum: General Yaris / Vitz Discussion 07-25-2015, 07:37 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 9,455
Posted By dj92
No one can defy physics... Be assured...

No one can defy physics...


Be assured that our german speed limits (60MPH country roads / highway limitless) aren't that dangerous if you drive careful enough (just driven home doing 100, no...
Forum: DIY / Maintenance / Service 06-26-2015, 06:38 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 9,820
Posted By dj92
^This. The easiest way to check the wiring is...

^This.
The easiest way to check the wiring is unplugging the connector from the sensor and measuring the voltage across the two pins while the ignition is on.
Forum: DIY / Maintenance / Service 06-24-2015, 03:13 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 9,820
Posted By dj92
Get yourself an OBD adapter and watch how the...

Get yourself an OBD adapter and watch how the measured coolant temperature develops during warmup.
Forum: General Yaris / Vitz Discussion 05-18-2015, 03:57 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,586
Posted By dj92
Just for comparison: about 1000$ per year for me,...

Just for comparison: about 1000$ per year for me, paying like 10 years without damages.
I pay 300€ retention to the damage I do to my car.
Forum: UK 05-04-2015, 04:54 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 5,862
Posted By dj92
How about replacing it? P1 parts are too cheap...

How about replacing it?
P1 parts are too cheap not to try this first.
Forum: Off-topic / Other Cars / Everything else Discussions 05-02-2015, 05:01 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,904
Posted By dj92
There are signs, often some km ahead, but due to...

There are signs, often some km ahead, but due to emission laws, all cars since ~2009 get a green one, and some cities don't check for the badges as it costs money.
E.g. Darmstadt does not have any...
Forum: Off-topic / Other Cars / Everything else Discussions 05-02-2015, 04:31 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,904
Posted By dj92
The plan is indeed to get old vehicles off the...

The plan is indeed to get old vehicles off the road.
However, if you have a car that is at least 30 years old in a nearby original and overall good condition (as mine is), you can get some kind of...
Forum: Willing to Buy by private party 05-02-2015, 04:07 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,340
Posted By dj92
Scott, I'll come back to your offer as soon as I...

Scott, I'll come back to your offer as soon as I have gotten that amount of money aside (=money I did not need the month I got it) (not that I'd be that broke, but I want to touch my reserves as...
Forum: Off-topic / Other Cars / Everything else Discussions 05-01-2015, 07:34 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,904
Posted By dj92
With an income that high, you don't drive such a...

With an income that high, you don't drive such a "cheap" thing here :laugh:

We have annoying laws, too:
A 30 year old natural aspirated 2l-diesel with about 70 sluggish hp and a reasonable...
Forum: Off-topic / Other Cars / Everything else Discussions 05-01-2015, 01:15 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,904
Posted By dj92
Pure electric cars are a dead end considering...

Pure electric cars are a dead end considering there is not enough lithium for everyone and no usable alternative battery technology in view.
The Mirai is an interesting car, sadly, it'd cost me...
Forum: Willing to Buy by private party 05-01-2015, 10:53 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,340
Posted By dj92
Cruise control (CTScott's mod is impossible for mine)

Hi there,
as the ECU of my 1.0 does not offer cruise control (neither is there a light for this in the instrument cluster, nor does it seem to have a pin for that), I need a controller that gets...
Forum: DIY / Maintenance / Service 04-30-2015, 03:42 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,113
Posted By dj92
I don't think so, would be too much stress for...

I don't think so, would be too much stress for the transmission.
Forum: Europe (continental) 04-23-2015, 08:46 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 11,910
Posted By dj92
Ich fürchte dass Trier etwas zu weit davon weg...

Ich fürchte dass Trier etwas zu weit davon weg ist :(
Forum: DIY / Maintenance / Service 04-10-2015, 09:45 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,305
Posted By dj92
Today I have had the windows open and operated...

Today I have had the windows open and operated both stick and clutch pedal while the engine was not running, but there was no squeak at all.
Iirc, I have already looked for the questionable...
Forum: DIY / Maintenance / Service 04-09-2015, 07:41 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,305
Posted By dj92
I'm driving stick for almost 6 years now, the...

I'm driving stick for almost 6 years now, the squeak is very short and does not appear when I'm just shifting without the engine running.
If I remember correctly, it also does not come from the...
Forum: DIY / Maintenance / Service 04-09-2015, 04:48 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,305
Posted By dj92
Clutch issues?

Hi there,
recently (~41kMi/67000km), I noticed a small squeak when engaging the clutch.
(I'm suspecting the bearing here)

Also, I have to release the pedal quite far to disengage it (or is that...
Forum: General Yaris / Vitz Discussion 04-04-2015, 07:48 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 13,784
Posted By dj92
Am I right guessing I was better off buying a...

Am I right guessing I was better off buying a post-facelift model?
Or shall I only blame it on the age?
The only issue I'm having up to now is a rear muffler that's begun to get louder recently.
Forum: Cosmetic Modifications (Exterior/Interior) 03-31-2015, 07:10 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,782
Posted By dj92
Does the 0w30 get you a better mileage? I'm...

Does the 0w30 get you a better mileage?
I'm using 5w30 and thinking about using the recommended 0w20 on the next change.
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