Exhaust
Muffler, pipes, catalytic converter, exhaust manifold, heat shields, leaks.
What Owners Say
"Heat shield has been broken/rattling for years. There is no fix for it."
Anonymous, MA (2004 Toyota Avalon XL 3.0-L V6)"Couldn't pass smog test. Several parts in the system were replaced"
Anonymous A., NV (2004 Toyota Avalon XL 3.0-L V6)"Air bag light blinked requiring new seat belt harness -$525"
Anonymous, FL (2004 Toyota Avalon XL 3.0-L V6)"The sunroof did not fully close but there is no indicator that it is not closed"
Anonymous, OR (2004 Toyota Avalon XL 3.0-L V6)
"Only Toyota makes the specialized pipe that connects the manifold to the muffler which contains the cat(s). VERY expensive fix just to pass inspection."
Anonymous, MA (2004 Toyota Avalon XL 3.0-L V6)