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2496 messages, Last post on Nov 09, 2009 at 4:46 PM
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Replying to: md4runnerman (Nov 30, 2008 11:19 am) After all, the battery never goes out at a bad time...does it? 
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Replying to: steve_ (Nov 19, 2008 8:52 am) There is an occasional power train "clunk" on this last generation that doesn't affect anything, but a few find irritating. Also, If anyone buys new with a model that has the X-Reas suspension, I would highly suggest buying the Toyota Factory warranty. This system is covered under the platinum warranty offered by Toyota. There have been isolated issues of this system leaking and needing work. It happened to me but I had the warranty. Total cost for one shock was $300.00 plus labor. Toyota paid for two days of a rental car while locating the part. Total invoice around $500.00 BTW-total suspension replacement of the X-Reas runs $3,000.00! |
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Replying to: durangojay (Nov 16, 2008 11:37 am) Did you get the Toyota? I'm thinking of buying the same year, same mileage. What was the asking or sale price of yours?
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Replying to: steve_ (Nov 19, 2008 8:52 am) Nothing else has been a problem, other than the glove box pneumatic hinge came off when I had the cabin filter replaced, and won't stay on anymore ... no big deal that it drops open. Didn't even realize it had that hinge until it stopped working. Next - 60,000 service.
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Replying to: julietj (Dec 06, 2008 9:49 am) I would NOT BUY A USED 4RUNNER with the X-REAS from a private party. I do not believe they are eligible for the TOYOTA EXTENDED WARRANTY. I could be wrong though. I also had the leaky front (X-REAS) strut. Repaired under Toyota platinum warranty. But oddly enough, the dealer said I did not have to replace the opposite strut. Also, elsewhere on the net, if the opposite one is not leaking it has been confirmed it need not be replaced.
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Replying to: duke15 (Oct 18, 2008 7:57 pm) 1) I was also told 75K miles. I have 35 - 40K on mine now, and they have just started to look like they have some wear (verses brand new looking), but look to have many miles left on them. 2) I also had my front brakes/rotors replaced at 93K miles - rotors warped and were too thin to turn. I was also told at the time that I had 60% left on my original rear pads 3) My spare is also still my crappy Bridgestone, and I do not include it in the rotation. It is a good idea to check it a couple of times of year to make sure its tire pressure is still where it needs to be. My problem with mine is the door seals. They keeping coming loose and sagging down - especially the rear doors. I had them replaced while still under warranty, but the new ones did/do the same thing. It is annoying, but also my biggest complaint, so I can't complain much. Will flip 100K miles this month with no problems beyond the door seals! |
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Replying to: chuck1 (Dec 06, 2008 12:23 pm) Coming up on my 60,000 service interval in the next couple of weeks. Any suggestions? |
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I have a 1991 4runner 3.0 V6 sr5 standard 4x4. I did the head gaskets last winter and gave it a tune up at the same time. The check engine light came on all the time after that, the code that came up when jumping terminals was 5 3 (knock sensor). After talking with the local Toyota techs, the diagnosis was change the knock sensor (and short harness). Last month I changed it and had some other work that included regrinding the camshafts for a little more jam and new larger exhaust done as well. But that code 5 3 is still showing up and it is retarding my timing dramatically. What is this code trying to tell me? All I know is that it is the knock sensor circuit. What should I be looking at to find out what the problem is? What are some diagnostics I need to perform? I am this close to taking it to the dealer but am scared of the costs. Please help. thx |
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| Another thing I have noticed is that my voltage takes a dive when I put my foot into the throttle, especially at low RPM. The battery and park brake idiot lights come on and everything electrical slows or dims. Could this have something to do with that sensor. I am taking it down for testing the battery and alternator today. | |
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