toyota 4runner Reviews
The Toyota 4Runner is an SUV manufactured by Toyota and sold throughout the world from 1984 to the present In Japan it was known as the Toyota Hilux Surf The original 4Runner was a compact SUV and little more than a Toyota pickup truck with a fiberglass shell over the bed but the model has since undergone significant independent development into a cross between a mid-size and a full-size SUV All 4Runners have been built at Toyota's Tahara plant in Tahara Aichi Japan or at Hino Motors' Hamura Japan plant and in Brazil Its mid-size crossover SUV counterpart is the Kluger Highlander The Toyota pickup upon which the 4Runner was originally based underwent a major redesign in 1983 for the 1984 model year Many other automakers were introducing mid-size SUVs in the mid 1980s e g Ford Bronco II Chevrolet S-10 Blazer Nissan Pathfinder and the pressure mounted on Toyota to develop a competing model Instead of developing an entirely new vehicle Toyota took their existing… Read More about toyota 4runner at WikiPedia
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What do you people think of a Toyota 4Runner? good car? known to cause problems? expensive to keep? and any other info that is helpful. used********
Answer:The 4Runner is one of the better SUVs that you can buy. Its one of the few SUVs that is hard to find used. Thats because people dont like to part with them. They get better gas mileage than most other SUVs in their class but most of all they last forever. My 1997 Toyota 4Runner has over 200,000 miles on it and drives very well. I can expect this to go for at least another 100,000 miles as it shows no signs of dying anytime soon. Im getting 20 mpg in my 4Runner, but I do mostly highway driving. Dont believe other rating of 20mpg unless they are based on the new standards. Im getting 20mpg and I go 65-80 miles per hour all the time, so its not because I drive super slow (And this model was only rated 19mph highway). The fact that Im getting mileage thats above the EPA rating (the old EPA rating at that) with a vehicle that has over 200,000 miles on it is a testament to how nice this car is. Except for an accident it has never been in the shop expect for basic maintenance. I once pulled up to a guy that had the same model/color 4Runner I had to brag that I had 200,000 miles in my 4Runner only to find out that he was beating me with 250,000 miles. If you're asking because you plan on buying one then have a mechanic check the car out to make sure that its in good condition and enjoy, although Id rather go with a smaller CAR with todays gas prices, unless you actually need to drive an SUV. Almost forgot, this is not expensive to maintain. (at least not any more expensive than other SUVs) You pay extra for oil changes due to the V6 engine that uses 6quarts oil. Basic maintenance, which Ive been a little slack on is prob just about average for most cars. Its repairs that kills you. Luckily, if you take car of this car (oil change, spark plugs, filters, ect) then it will take care of you. Hope this helps
I have a 1997 Toyota 4runner and i would like to put a Alpine iDA-X001 in but i can't figure out how to get into the dash to remove the old and put in the new. Also is there a problem with the system i picked that it wouldn't fit in my car or would it work perfectly?
Answer:Here is a link of instructions with pictures.
I have a 1995 toyota 4runner. I blew the head gasket and for the price to replace the head gasket I found for a little more money I can put in a new engine. I know I'm going to need a new transmission to suit a different engine as well as a new rearend. What 3 liter engines are out there that would make a suitable swap and give me more horse power?
Answer:I will need all of the numbers off the plate on the firewall to give you the correct advice as to how to fit the engine as the 1UZ-FE is the one to fit. Keeps it all Toyota, sounds nice, goes like you would not believe and uses less gas that the V6
I have 2001 Toyota 4runner, i get a vibatation at around 70 miles an hour (on the passenger side). I have replaced the tires, and universal joints. The problems persist anyone who can help would be greatly appreciated .
Answer:Possible you have a drive shaft that has thrown a weight, Hard to tell from your description. I would have you tires road force balanced, that will look for a hard spot on the tire, not everybody has one so ask first.
I have a Toyota 4Runner 2002 3.0TurboDiesel, and I have a problem with the headlights, the low beam head light works perfect, and the high beam head light works only when I pull the head light switch towards me (for a quick change of lights), but it does not work when I push the light switch forward (for a permanent change to high beam). The dealer tells me I have to change the turn signal/head light switch in the steering wheel, but they also say I have to change some control unit integrated circuits. They don't seem to be sure what the problem is, so before buying some expensive integrated circuits, I wanted to hear some suggestions on how to troubleshoot the problem and/or confirm the dealer diagnostics.
Answer:First, I am making an assumption that your diesel is wired the same as a gas one, as here in the US we don't have the diesel. But the critical question is, "Does the truck have daytime running lights?" If no, the answer is simple: you need a headlight switch, which you canNOT disassemble to repair. It is one of the new modular ones that are all fastened together and can't be fixed. However, if you DO have DRLs, the answer is MUCH more complicated because all inputs from the headlight switch go to one DRL relay (computer) and all functions are controlled from there. No doubt the dealer hedged in their answer because they know that the most likely answer is the switch, but want to leave room to cover themselves if that doesn't fix it. Unfortunately, from studying the diagram, it would be really tricky to bypass the relay to test, and you would really have to know what you were doing. If it were in my shop, I would check for continuity across the switch in high beam ( pins 7 and 16, a violet wire and a white with black tracer wire). If none were there, I would put the switch in and hope for the best. I might would even see if I could find another vehicle and borrow the relay just to be safe, but I completely understand their hesitation. I tell you, until you try to diagnose these modern cars (which is what I do every day!) you just don't understand what we are up against. In this specific case, if you follow the diagnostic tree for inoperative high beams in the diagnostic section of the Toyota Information System, it gives you location of the components and NO help on diagnosis. Maybe you could cut the guys a break...... Hope this helps. God Bless!
I have the owners manual w/ manufactuer recommendations, but approximately and reasonably how often, under average conditions would a 1999 Toyota 4Runner need: 1) Brake fluid flush 2) Transmission fluid flush 3) Transfer case service 4) Power steering fluid flush
Answer:we recommend that all of those items be flushed or replaced (transfer case, rear differential and front differential... if you have a 4x4. if just 2 wheel drive, rear differential only) flush it or replace it every 30K miles or 2 years. this is what we as techs do to our own cars and is what we recommend to our customers. i'm sure you won't find this information in any owners manual.
My cigarette lighter went out in my 96 toyota 4runner. Is there a fuse I should change, or any typical solution/trouble shoot I can do? Thanks.
Answer:should be a fuse for your lighter if the fuse checks out good then it is most likely the element. You should be able to find a replacement cigarette lighter element at any auto parts store.
I have a Toyota 4Runner 2002 3.0TurboDiesel, and I have a problem with the headlights, the low beam head light works perfect, and the high beam head light works only when I pull the head light switch towards me (for a quick change of lights), but it does not work when I push the light switch forward (for a permanent change to high beam). The dealer tells me I have to change the turn signal/head light switch in the steering wheel, but they also say I have to change some control unit integrated circuits. They don't seem to be sure what the problem is, so before buying some expensive integrated circuits, I wanted to hear some suggestions on how to troubleshoot the problem and/or confirm the dealer diagnostics.
Answer:You will end up changing the switch, this is a weak point in the lights!
I have a Toyota 4runner with the 3.0 V6. I need to set the timing. Is there a special way to set the timing? Besides with a timing light and adjust the Distributor. Do I need to unhook any of the hoses? It is a 1992.
Answer:If you own a fairly new truck, then i believe you have no control with timing adjustments. It should be computer controlled. good luck....
I just got a 2008 toyota 4runner and i wanna change out the stock the bulbs in the headlgiths and change them for HIDs. I dont know which HID bulbs to get tho. I want some that are brighter than stock but not too bright.
Answer:2008 TOYOTA 4Runner Low beam headlamp H11 H11ST Silverstar High Performance Lighting: The Whiter and Brighter Halogen H11XV XtraVision Halogen - The Brighter Light High beam headlamp 9005 9005SU Silverstar ULTRA for Ultra Night Vision - The Whitest and Brightest Halogen 9005ST Silverstar High Performance Lighting: The Whiter and Brighter Halogen 9005EB EcoBright - Your Environmental Choice 9005XV XtraVision Halogen - The Brighter Light 9005CB Cool Blue Halogen - The Whiter Light Parking light 2827 Front turn signal 4157NALL 4157AST Silverstar Signal Lighting: Complete the Look: Crisp, Clean, Style Rear turn signal 992 (7440A) Tail light LED Stop light LED High mount stop light 921 921ST Silverstar Signal Lighting: Complete the Look: Crisp, Clean, Style 921LL Long Life Upgrade: Up to twice the life of the standard lamp Fog/Driving light 9006 9006SU Silverstar ULTRA for Ultra Night Vision - The Whitest and Brightest Halogen 9006ST Silverstar High Performance Lighting: The Whiter and Brighter Halogen 9006EB EcoBright - Your Environmental Choice 9006XV XtraVision Halogen - The Brighter Light 9006CB Cool Blue Halogen - The Whiter Light License plate 168 168LL Long Life Upgrade: Up to twice the life of the standard lamp Back up light 921 921ST Silverstar Signal Lighting: Complete the Look: Crisp, Clean, Style 921LL Long Life Upgrade: Up to twice the life of the standard lamp Front sidemarker 2827 Rear sidemarker LED Glove box 37 Map light 168 168LL Long Life Upgrade: Up to twice the life of the standard lamp Dome light DE3175 DE3175LL Long Life Upgrade: Up to twice the life of the standard lamp 7443LL Long Life Upgrade: Up to twice the life of the standard lamp Step/Courtesy light 194 194LL Long Life Upgrade: Up to twice the life of the standard lamp Trunk/Cargo area DE3175 DE3175LL Long Life Upgrade: Up to twice the life of the standard lamp 7443LL Long Life Upgrade: Up to twice the life of the standard lamp Daytime running light 4157NALL 4157AST Silverstar Signal Lighting: Complete the Look: Crisp, Clean, Style