2002-2004 Toyota Camry Intake Manifold Noise Repair Procedure

2002-2004 Toyota Camry Intake Manifold Noise Repair Procedure

Intake Manifold Noise

Introduction

Some 2002 – 2004 model year non-PZEV Camry vehicles with the 2AZ–FE engine may experience the following condition:

• A rattle noise from the engine area, most noticeable at idle or on light acceleration. 

The noise may be caused by the intake air as it flows through the intake manifold. The intake manifold has been modified to improve this condition.

Repair Procedure

1. Verify noise is from the intake manifold.

2. Replace the intake manifold.

Refer to the Technical Information System (TIS):

• 2002 / 2003 model year Camry Repair Manual, Engine/Hybrid System – Engine Mechanical – “Cylinder Head Gasket (2AZ-FE): Replacement”.

• 2004 model year Camry Repair Manual, Engine/Hybrid System – Engine Mechanical – “Cylinder Head Gasket (2AZ-FE)(from July, 2003): Replacement”.

3. Verify that the noise is NOT present after repair. Download File PDF