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2001 Toyota Sienna Minivan XLE 4dr Minivan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
Poor Design, Little Comfort
 The rear brakes squeal so bad that the 
van announces its arrival each time 
you stop.  Toyota has no fix.  They've 
replaced the drums, pad and brake 
cylinders to no avail. The 
recessed windshield causes the wiper 
on the drivers side to compact snow 
and sleet on the the windshield up 
against the windshield frame instead 
of removing it.  There is a small 17" 
wiper on the passenger side that wraps 
around the corner of the windshield  
is so small that it will not flatten 
out in the cold weather leaving the 
passenger side uncleaned and a blocked 
view. The seats are overly firm even 
for leather.  Access to the third seat 
is difficult.