[Dezert4Runner]

Originally Posted by NachesPass4x4

I need to track down a rear axle housing for a 2000 4runner 4wd, 5speed, w/ABS.

Is it correct that these axle housings are all the same and 2wd/4wd doesn't matter? The only thing I need to watch out for is that it has ABS?

2001-2002 has a different hard brake line configuration than previous years. As far as I’m aware, that’s the only exception assuming you’re differentiating a 1996-2000 non elocker axle housing from an elocker housing since there is a notch in it.

[NachesPass4x4]

Originally Posted by Devbot

Which side of the Naches are you on? If on the west side you can make a drive here to Marysville, I know DeathCougar has some

I'm on the west side, not far from Greenwater. Thanks for the info, I'll keep it in mind.

[G_Raw]

If a 3rd gen hits rev limiters and stalls in the forest trying to crawl harder than stock allows...does anyone hear it?...

[fatherdoug]

Originally Posted by G_Raw

If a 3rd gen hits rev limiters and stalls in the forest trying to crawl harder than stock allows...does anyone hear it?...

I hope that's a rhetorical question......

[Kokomodo]

New owner of a '99 with the button/lever style 4WD shifter. When I shift from H4L to L4L using the procedure indicated in the owner's manual, I feel a bit of gear chatter (like shifting without a clutch in a manual transmission.). Not a lot, but enough to make me worry that something isn't syncing up right. I feel the same thing when I shift from N to H4L. Is this normal?

[Riceye]

Originally Posted by Kokomodo

New owner of a '99 with the button/lever style 4WD shifter. When I shift from H4L to L4L using the procedure indicated in the owner's manual, I feel a bit of gear chatter (like shifting without a clutch in a manual transmission.). Not a lot, but enough to make me worry that something isn't syncing up right. I feel the same thing when I shift from N to H4L. Is this normal?

If you have an automatic transmission the gear selector must be in park or neutral and the vehicle at a full stop to go from 4H to 4L, or vice-versa. A manual transmission must be in neutral and at a full stop. And the shifter throw should be swift and assertive.

[phattyduck]

Originally Posted by Kokomodo

New owner of a '99 with the button/lever style 4WD shifter. When I shift from H4L to L4L using the procedure indicated in the owner's manual, I feel a bit of gear chatter (like shifting without a clutch in a manual transmission.). Not a lot, but enough to make me worry that something isn't syncing up right. I feel the same thing when I shift from N to H4L. Is this normal?

The High to Low shift is worse than that - it is a manual transmission gear shift between 2.73:1 and 1:1 - which is about like shifting from 2nd to 4th in most transmissions. It is also non-synchronized. So, no clutch, no synchros, big ratio change. Stop fully, put in neutral, wait for 1-3 seconds, then 'bang' that shift quickly and with authority. The longer you take/wait, the worse it will be - even in neutral there is some residual output shaft speed if the transmission is unloaded (transfer case in neutral). Think banging the shift in a dog box and all will be happy. NEVER do it while moving or any other transmission gear than Neutral or Park.

-Charlie

[62impala]

Hey everyone, I have a 2001 4runner 4x4 with a reading of "throttle /pedal position sensor switch A circuit showing up. I changed the sensor out two times but after driveing for 5 minutes i lose the first 3/4 of the throttle and have to limp back home pushing the pedal almost all the way and the auto transmission shifts real hard when its in that mode ? any thoughts ?

[phattyduck]

Originally Posted by 62impala

Hey everyone, I have a 2001 4runner 4x4 with a reading of "throttle /pedal position sensor switch A circuit showing up. I changed the sensor out two times but after driveing for 5 minutes i lose the first 3/4 of the throttle and have to limp back home pushing the pedal almost all the way and the auto transmission shifts real hard when its in that mode ? any thoughts ?

The 01/02 4Runners have an electronic throttle with a slight mechanical backup. It is more complicated than it looks like from the outside... search the forums here (use the "advanced" search via google) to find more information - it is more than we can get into in this thread.

-Charlie

[96RedRunner]

Originally Posted by 62impala

Hey everyone, I have a 2001 4runner 4x4 with a reading of "throttle /pedal position sensor switch A circuit any thoughts ?

I've been learning with my 01 TPS dtc for about a year. Last 2-3 months been going into limp mode and
or a high idle rpm around 1200. Have tapped TPS with screwdriver handle solves problem. Clear code with reader.
Hard shifting comes from TPS-ECM-Trans signal tied together part of limp mode.
3 parts on TB, Accel pos sens, Throttle pos sens, Throttle control motor.
Your case I'd guess maybe the motor setting chain of events
but then Accel pos sens.
Drive by wire TB 23 yr old figure system has a service life. New TB last month on shelf.
Waiting to see what other symptoms arise or it dies.

[boxcar13]

Greetings everyone!
I ve bought a 1999 4runner a few months ago and use it as my daily. This forum has been incredibly helpful and a great resource! Thank you all for that!

Recently a few things have puzzled me and i havent been able to identify the issues nor resolve them. I ll try to list said issues, maybe someone finds the time to give me pointers! I would appreciate any help!

Some info:
1999 4runner - 300k+ miles
2.7 motor 3RZ
Automatic
4x4


1. I went uphill 4x4 engaged (full tank of gasoline) /
Motor was already warm, i came to a halt on flat ground, wanted to put the car in reverse, but the motor had turned off on its own. The car would crank but wouldnt start. All electronics worked fine. - had to wait for another car to jumpstart mine, and it worked. I thought it might have been the battery, but i had replaced that 2 months ago….

A few days later i had the same issue a couple of times, which made me think it must be something related to engaging the 4x4- and going uphill,needing more power,or draining the battery. Thats if the issue has anything to do with the battery… I dont have trouble cold starting, and i certainly dont have trouble starting the car warm after using 4x4 on flat ground. Only uphill 4x4 and on a warm motor.

2. Check engine light keeps coming on an off after it had given me the code for bad oxygen sensors. Replaced both, bank 1 and 2 along with the catalytic conv.


3. Did a recent oil change and new filter. The mechanic advised me to use pennzoil 20w 50 - specifically pennzoil as it is widely available where i live. -always warm never below 65 degrees F. Any thoughts on the type of oil? I did some research and have a feeling it might actually be quite uncommon ?


Thanks in advance
Wishing you all a great weekend!

[alex9000]

Are there any resources kicking around for a LHD to RHD swap? Thinking about shipping my 4runner down under...

[Devbot]

Originally Posted by alex9000

Are there any resources kicking around for a LHD to RHD swap? Thinking about shipping my 4runner down under...

If I remember right there was some forum member who attempted it, or perhaps considered it, but it is an extreme amount of work and next to impossible if you don't have a Surf to pull parts from. Otherwise good luck getting, well, practically anything. You'd have to rebuilt/replace nearly everything from the front seats to the bumper.

[Boom_ROASTED]

Working on the rear axle seal replacement and replacing everything else I can while I'm at it. I'm not sure what I'm looking for exactly with the grease test..

https://imgur.com/a/FKPnp77

did I push the abs gear and retainer on too far?

[Devbot]

Originally Posted by Boom_ROASTED

Working on the rear axle seal replacement and replacing everything else I can while I'm at it. I'm not sure what I'm looking for exactly with the grease test..

https://imgur.com/a/FKPnp77

did I push the abs gear and retainer on too far?

Been a year or two but I believe that should be good, seeing how the grease was pushed to the center of the ring. The ABS wheel should be easy to check if you just insert the axle and peep through the speed sensor hole to make sure it's covering the width of it