I'm done with this. We told you what would happen, you argued it wouldn't be the case, said some pretty nasty stuff to some who tried to explain, and now it is exactly the case. And now, we're not even sure what you're actually complaining about to Toyota anymore "rattle, thump, stink?" Whatever.....
And by the way: This isn't "The Pelican Brief". You, or any of us, aren't saying anything even remotely damaging to Toyota or your
"case". And the last time I checked, I don't recall Toyota being part of the Mafia, having hitmen, or ever suing anyone for complaining about a product they "perceive" to be bad. You're not using the Lemon Law, because you CAN'T, just like we told you! You're not having "intense negotiations with Mr. Toyota" either. You barked at the dealership's service counter, they tried to explain to you what is common on the car, you didn't like it, and threw a fit. Now, they're being kind enough to give it one more try. After that, I bet they simply tell you to get lost. After this attempt to satisfy you, they're done. If you don't like the car, try to sue, they'll simply isolate you and the verdict will simply be "tough, sell it, trade it in, do whatever. Millions of other folks aren't and haven't been filing into our dealerships with their lawyers". You don't want to listen to us, the majority, then fine.
The car stinks sometimes....All things rattle....the thump is a company-wide characteristic, PERIOD!
Mod's Ban me if you like. I've tried to help, but this is just a waste of time and a complete hoax. I suggest locking this thread forever. Toss it out!