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#14 of 46 Re: how manys mile on a 4runner [bradsolar] by bandit10 Mar 21, 2008 (11:50 pm)
Replying to: bradsolar (Apr 26, 2007 6:45 am) In my case for my 1998 4Runner V-6 the timing belt change is reccomened at 90,000 miles. If you know the person you bought it from ask them if was changed already. Also call the dealership and what the scheduled mileage change is for your belt or chain.. Timing belts are something to be taken serisouly when they go it will be very expensive to repair because of the damage factor. If you dealer the dealer where the car was purchased they have records of such service. If they don't ask for the reccomened mileage to change the belt or chain. My 98 has a belt, newer models I believe have a chain instead. It's definatly worth a phone call. These 4Runners can go upwards of 250,000 miles when well cared for. As for the vibration in the shifter handle on a rough road that's a very common thing. The transmission mount is absorbing the shock of the road and the vibration is coming from that. I hope this was helpfull.
#15 of 46 Re: how manys mile on a 4runner [bradsolar] by bandit10 Mar 21, 2008 (11:52 pm)
Replying to: bradsolar (Apr 26, 2007 6:45 am) In my case for my 1998 4Runner V-6 the timing belt change is reccomened at 90,000 miles. If you know the person you bought it from ask them if was changed already. Also call the dealership and what the scheduled mileage change is for your belt or chain.. Timing belts are something to be taken serisouly when they go it will be very expensive to repair because of the damage factor. If you the selling dealer where the car was purchased they have records of such service. If they don't ask for the reccomened mileage to change the belt or chain. My 98 has a belt, newer models I believe have a chain instead. It's definatly worth a phone call. These 4Runners can go upwards of 250,000 miles when well cared for. As for the vibration in the shifter handle on a rough road that's a very common thing. The transmission mount is absorbing the shock of the road and the vibration is coming from that. I hope this was helpfull.
#16 of 46 Low miles in this forum by duke15 Mar 25, 2008 (10:36 am)
I bought my 2002 4Runner 4X4 new and currently have 88K miles. It is the last year of the "old" body style. I always loved the looks so I bought one before they changed the design. I just completed the 90K mile service, replaced all belts, fluids, battery, and water pump (not needed, but recommended by dealer). The only problem was the electronic antenna but it was due to my wife not putting it down prior to going through a car wash. The other problem is that the inside, driver's side, back door handle doesn't work.   I have been considering replacing the 4Runner, but only because of the miles on it. It is our main vehicle for long trips, and I am worried that it might break down some place without cell service when my wife and nephews are with me. I love the truck, and would not be replacing it for any other reason than peace of mind on long trips.   My question for the high mileage guys is this: Is this anything you would worry about in the 88K to 150K mileage range?   Thanks! Duke Replies to this message: bandit10 (Mar 28, 2008 12:02 am) duke15 (Mar 28, 2008 9:53 am) stevekny (Mar 29, 2008 9:17 am) duke15 (Mar 29, 2008 10:10 am) beatrice999 (Feb 27, 2009 6:55 pm) duke15 (Mar 09, 2009 12:54 pm) duke15 (Mar 30, 2009 5:01 pm) benchmaster435 (Nov 04, 2009 6:38 am)
#17 of 46 Re: Low miles in this forum [duke15] by bandit10 Mar 28, 2008 (12:02 am)
Replying to: duke15 (Mar 25, 2008 10:36 am) You've done a lot of good service to your 4Runner. And at the right time interval. Your Toyota can get more than 250,000 miles without a problem. Because people like you who follow the reccomened serviceing get many years and enourmous amount of trouble free driving. I saw one post on this site the person had over 400,000 miles on their 4Runner SR5 and still running strong without and engine replacement, or heads. It blew me away. As far as selling your vehicle, because of the door handles, I'd get get them repaired before I even considered selling this 4X4. The cost of repair out weighs the price of the trade-in loss in dollars. And you you'd be buying a new car you really don't need.The Sales Tax and Registration Fees and Increased Insurance Premiums for another new car would be more than the door handle repairs itself. Duke I would really give it some thought before selling. I love my 1998 Toyota 4Runner SR5, and intend to keep it for at least another 10 years. Ben Replies to this message: duke15 (Mar 28, 2008 9:53 am)
#18 of 46 Re: Low miles in this forum [bandit10] by duke15 Mar 28, 2008 (9:53 am)
Replying to: bandit10 (Mar 28, 2008 12:02 am) Thanks for the reply Ben. I wasn't thinking of selling due to the door handle. I'll probably get that fixed soon, but even if I don't, cosmetically it is fine and I rarely use the door. When I do, I can always open it from the outside for anyone sitting back there.   I was thinking about selling it due to the 88K miles and it being our primary vehicle. But it seems from this forum and your post that I might just be at the break-in point now
#19 of 46 Re: Low miles in this forum [duke15] by stevekny Mar 29, 2008 (9:17 am)
Replying to: duke15 (Mar 25, 2008 10:36 am) Duke- I've got an '00 with 140K miles, and the only big thing outside of routine maintenance that I've done was a new cat (bought a OEM from Toyota - ouch - on the advice of my mechanic friend who questions the quality of the cheaper aftermarket cats), and new shocks in the back (cheap and easy to install). Otherwise, the car is truly as good as new - I agree with your comment that yours, at 88K, is just broken in. The old body style is much nicer looking anyway, and like Bandit said, it's be a waste of $ to replace it now. Drive with confidence! -Steve Replies to this message: duke15 (Mar 29, 2008 10:10 am)
#20 of 46 Re: Low miles in this forum [stevekny] by duke15 Mar 29, 2008 (10:10 am)
Replying to: stevekny (Mar 29, 2008 9:17 am) Thanks Steve, and here's to many more years with no car payments!!!   I agree on the style. It has always been my favorite of the past couple of decades. The new 4Runner looks nice, but it looks more like an also-ran than the classic styling of the model we have. Of course the other SUV model I like is the range rovers from the 1960's, so I guess I'm a traditionalist.   Duke
#21 of 46 High Miles 4-Runner by tangman May 17, 2008 (3:25 pm)
I have a 1996 Sport with 215K miles and a 2004 Sport with 109K miles. Only repairs are normal service such as tires, and timing belt. On the 1996 I did change the front break pads. Amazingly, the 1996 is a 5 speed manual. Wish they made the new ones with a 5 speed.
#22 of 46 4Runner High Miles by beatrice999 Jun 16, 2008 (6:19 pm)
Recently bought this 1995 car (six months) it has 380,000 miles on it - we were assured it has been well maintained,however, we truly thought there must be something wrong with the odometer since the car is in excellent shape. Everything on the car works and it has cold A/C. But after reading your forum perhaps the odometer is correct. To say the least "I am impressed"

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