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#31 of 2501 X-Reas System by 69mach1 Oct 02, 2003 (2:29 pm)
Truck has 3000 miles on it and shocks don't leak. I've noticed a hose that goes into the shocks, I wonder if there's a reservoir for fluid that might be low, just a thought.   I'm taking the corners at resonable speed, but it just seems to lean a lot. Maybe I was expecting too much after reading about the X-Reas System in the 2003 Toyota brochure.   Guess there's another trip to the dealer in store.
#32 of 2501 windshield replacement by terrafirma Oct 02, 2003 (2:55 pm)
If it's a chip, I would strongly recommend getting a liquid repair by a reputable shop. It is invisible and very simple. Replacing glass is often done improperly which can lead to leaks, windnoise, less impact protection (windshield is a part of the structure). It is also often not glued in properly. If the edges of the glass are touched, it's not going to be glued properly. You need Toyota glass, not aftermarket glass. Cheap glass can have distortion, inferior quality, fit and longevity. Also, regluing the mirror almost always leads to it falling off in the future. Toyota 4 runner glass also is water repellent and UV protected. Aftermarket glass is not. Replies to this message: cbures (Apr 10, 2005 11:46 am)
#33 of 2501 Gear slip (corancher) by deloid Oct 02, 2003 (3:41 pm)
Thanks for the thought but I did consider that possibility. There was no audible warning sound and no lights going off on the panel....other ideas?   Dean
#34 of 2501 Thanks Nippononly by rogers12 Oct 03, 2003 (4:36 am)
#35 of 2501 4 speed vs. 5 Speed by dushma1 Oct 03, 2003 (10:50 am)
I am looking to buying V6 Limited 4X4. I want to know about 4 Speed vs 5 Speed that how much it makes a difference machanically and how? I am aware the 4 speed is with V6 and 5 speed is with V8.
#36 of 2501 Re-2003 4 Runner windshield replacement by Galileo757 Oct 03, 2003 (11:25 am)
The stone chip received a few days ago, but just started to crack yesterday. I heard a loud bang on the windshield, but I have heard louder without any windshield breakage before on the 1998 4 runner. I even cleaned and inspected the glass after the incident, never noticed a chip or crack. I made sure that the windshield was OEM Toyota, called Rite-Way Auto Glass to order and change the windshield. I spoke with the installers, they do a lot of Toyota dealership windshields, (can you image taking your vehicle to a dealer repair shop and they farm it out to the contractor and pay more for the replacement..lol) I decided on this company and used before since they specialize in this type of work. The electrochromic/compass rear view mirror was removed with a star tool at the base and wiring disconnected. The wiper arms and the plastic underneath was also removed. They had to open the hood to do this and popped opened the gas filler panel by mistake too. They used a chisel tool to remove the sealant from the bottom of windshield, then lifted the window shield off, applied glue and sealant for the new windshield, took around 2 hours. Hopefully no water or wind leaks!
#37 of 2501 Gear slipping? by deloid Oct 03, 2003 (11:39 am)
Twice now I have been in park (motor running) on a slight uphill. When I shift to drive and transfer my foot from the brake to the accelerator pedal the car slips backwards and makes a grinding noise below me (transmission area). The fix was braking then trying again immediately afterward.No lights on the display...no audible alarm.   I called the service dealer who said its the first he has heard of this and since there were no alarms or lights it was probably a gear slipping. He also said that to fix it he would have to replicate the problem. I have had difficulty in replicating the problem myself....ideas?   Dean
#38 of 2501 RE: Color of problem paint (John609) by meyersej Oct 03, 2003 (5:51 pm)
John, mine is Titanium metallic that is cracking
#39 of 2501 2003 4Runner factory (base) radio issue by canddmeyer Oct 05, 2003 (5:35 pm)
Yesterday, my AM & FM broadcast nothing but static. I suspected the antenna had been disconnected somehow. Then next time I go to use the radio it works as good as the day I got it. Today, while MLB & NFL are in full swing, my radio craps out again. Then I get a weak FM signal but no AM. Now everything works fine again. Obviously I'm going to the dealer for this, but I gotta ask, who's had radio failure issues & what has been your solution? The CD & Tape Deck work fine. The only thing I can relate this to is the ignition. Once I lose it, it's gone for good til the vehicle isn't restarted for awhile. I cannot induce the trouble by cycling the ignition. Start it & sometimes I have a radio, sometimes I don't, but its usually two hours or more since the ignition has been cycled before the condition goes away. Anyone know if the radio, A/C, & ignition is somehow on the same computer, resistor, or ground? Is this a computer reprogramming issue or an electrical issue?   I mention A/C bcuz this a.m. the auto-program decided (for the 1st time) that the floor was where the A/C was going, then it blew hot air. After pushing the mid-level button more than a few times I finally got my Auto-A/C back where it belonged. I hate electrical issues.   Thanks for any input.
#40 of 2501 Wind Shield Replacement question. for Galileo 757 by asif1 Oct 05, 2003 (8:19 pm)
Sadly my 2004 4 runner got stone ship on the windshield right after i was driving back from dealer. got it fixed with liquid repair and it is hardly noticeable. the stone did'nt hit very hard and i had my other vehicles (99 camry) being hit by stone many times but never got a chip or crack. Does the new 4 runner have brittle windshields due to extra treatment for clearity or what ever....mine was a seed size chip.. which you usually get on brittle materials like tungsten carbide....The windshield should have fair balance b/w strenght, and brittlnes. i know the wax treatment for water drop should'nt have any impact on brittlness.. i hope my chip wont spread....but Did you use original Toyota Windshield and how much it cost you?. Do you feel any difference b/w factory fitted and what you have now.?. i hope they did'nt mess with your dash board from inside.. asif

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