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Originally Posted by mfarg
*update* I also posted on rav4world. Service is complete (no charge). No signs of engine damage, however they replaced the vvti hose with the same part. I informed the rep that the all-metal tube (part #15772-31030) should be used instead. He went on to say that Toyota wouldn't pay for the repair a 2nd time ($40 part with $1200 labor) and that the defective part is considered 3yr 36k normal wear and tear part. :?:  Long story short, if it happens again, I'm effed. Calling Toyota today. Completely unacceptable. |
Yes, toyota will pay for a second/3rd/4th or however many repairs
if it fails in the 5yr/60k warranty
That tube is power train and is internally lubricated, therefore it qualifies for the 5/60 power train.
It even says so on the 05 Avalon TSB
Your not EFFD, he is mistaken
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