my sound is coming from the gear selector, not the brake pedal area.

i don't think it will affect safety or driveability, but in general cars shouldn't make loud noises like the one i'm hearing.

i'm more worried if this leads to something more serious after the warranty finishes, or if when i try to sell it someone thinks my transmission is falling apart.

i don't think a toyota would make that noise. in fact, the piece of crap chevy i rented when i arrived here didn't either.

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