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    Noisy engine on a 2010 Corolla LE

    Very unlikely at that mileage.Was the car serviced before? Oil change?
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    What are these parts from my engine?

    The 2 top pics " throttle body." The 2 bottom pics "serpentine belt tentioner"
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    02 EVAP Issue

    If you live in an area where emission testing is not required, just ignore these CEL codes because they will eventually come back a year after fixing it.There are a couple youtube videos on the subject if you look carefully.
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    2011 grille

    In Japan. Might cost a fortune to have it shipped to you though.
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    Gear issues?

    Replace this part and you will be good to go.Toyota has an improved version of the part...ask your dealer.
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    Buying advice for used Corolla

    They are noisy! Corollas has better soundproofing
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    Corolla/Prizm?

    Parts for the Prizm are more expensive because the production numbers were lower than the Corolla.
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    2001 Corolla misfiring w/low compression- is it the chain?

    Usually the timing chain tensioner need to be replaced.
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    Evap canister

    Any emission testing where you live? If not,don't bother fixing it because it will eventually come back.:)
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    Rattling noise when going uphill

    They all do this:)
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    Vigorous steering wheel shake

    Usually, a worned tie rod end can cause similar symptoms. Steering can become sloppy and imprecise,the wheels can vibrate at certain speed.Symptoms are a bit similar to out of balance wheels.
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    Cheap corroded fuel line repair or replacement

    Well, the good news is that you can buy the Permatex putty to repair your tank.You don't need any epoxy clothes with this one and it even work if the area is saturated with gasoline.If you live in Canada, Canadian Tire has it https://www.canadiantire.ca/en/pdp/fuel-tank-repair-putty-0383701p.html
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    Bumper Repairs

    Using car putty on a bumper to repair a crack is a waste of time because the bumper cover is flexible and this putty will crack in no time. Proper repair involves a plastic fusion technique that will permanently seal the crack.You need a body shop for this. Since bumper covers are not expensive...
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    2010 Canadian Made Toyota Corolla Strut Spring Assembly

    That is correct! Use this part https://www.rockauto.com/en/moreinfo.php?pk=2780656&cc=1444173&jsn=455
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    Cheap corroded fuel line repair or replacement

    Patching it with a rubber hose will not last very long due to high pressure found in fuel injected engines.You should ask a mechanic to replace your leaking line.
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    Best oil to use for 2001 corolla..?

    Since these engines can develop early signs of oil burning, its safe to assume that 5W30 synthetic is the way to go. If the engine is already consuming oil, synthetic oil would do no good except drain your wallet.
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    Play in timing chain / rattle in valves?

    There have been reports of timing chain tensioner going bad. Yours is probably not keeping the right tension and should be replaced.
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