Toyota vehicles are renowned for their durability, and this is exemplified by a Camry with nearly 500,000 km on the odometer.
When faced with a car that has accumulated around 500,000 km and suffers from an engine issue, most people would consider purchasing a new car instead of repairing it. However, the owner of the 2009 Toyota Camry featured in the article is among the few who opt to fix their “old car” by bringing it to The Car Care Nut repair shop.
In a Youtube video, a technician from The Car Care Nut expressed astonishment at the longevity of the 14-year-old Camry. Aside from regular maintenance and occasional repair of minor components, the car is essentially in its original condition. Every aspect of the vehicle indicates that it has been well-maintained. The engine, electrical system, and chassis are all in pristine condition.
However, if the owner takes such painstaking care of the car, what caused the engine to catch fire? Does it imply that the engine can only endure a maximum of 500,000 km?
According to The Car Care Nut, the issue of oil burning is not directly related to the engine’s lifespan but rather the wear and excessive carbon buildup on the pistons. The 2AZ-FE 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine from Toyota often experiences problems with oil burning, leading the company to recall Camry models from 2007 to 2011 to address this issue.
In the case of the 2009 Camry, the solution involved replacing the worn-out pistons, and that’s precisely what the owner did. For the optimal condition of the vehicle, a new engine block should be installed. However, fitting a new engine block into a 14-year-old car is not economically viable, as the cost would be roughly equivalent to that of a new Special Edition Nightshade Camry.
Thái Son (Tuoitrethudo)
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