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2003 Toyota Yaris Repair Question


Topics covered: Engine, Transmission, Trouble code.
Mileage: 50,000 miles.

Asked on November 18, 2012

Toyota Yaris Engine Problem

Hi, my Toyota Yaris 2003 semi-automatic has appeared to have developed a fault, when i travel a short journey all of a sudden the nuetral light starts flashing and the car loses drive, also the red transmission light comes on, if i turn off the engine and start it again immediately i can drive it again until it changes up to 2nd gear and a few yards down the road the same thing happens again, no gears however if i leave the engine switched off for a short period (10 to 15 minutes) the problem seems to correct itself and the car drives fine once again, could you please give me some advice on this, i would be very grateful.
Avatar Asked by binnynige

Answer

Replied on November 18, 2012

An error has been detected by the transmission control system which then switches to "limp mode".
You need a scan to check for trouble codes and proceed with rectifications as per the result of the trouble codes present.

Tiny Answered by KHLow2008 (expert)
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Replied on November 18, 2012

Thank you very much, you've been most helpful.

Tiny Response from binnynige
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Replied on November 18, 2012

You're welcome. Let us know the codes and we shall see what needs to be done.

Tiny Answered by KHLow2008 (expert)
39,900 answers provided