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Old 07-29-2012, 01:57 PM #1
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What cause a 94 4runner 3.0 to be extremely slow
I got a 94 4runner 4x4 with 3.0 in it Abd it's extremely weak anything to test or that go wrong to cause that mainly on take off?
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the 3.0 is a ****.

worse with an auto, and larger tires.
thats not to say there isnt something wrong, but you cant expect much from that engine.
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Let me rephrase.. I run a 3.0 5spd. The 3.slo is an extremely reliable engine, but it does lack high end power so it can take a min to hit 60, its not designed as s speed demon. But, its wonderful with low end power & can tackle any challenge. But if it feels as if it completely lacks anything, how does she ride? Any check engine codes?
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When i did a compression test on my engine, my guy told me that: If you feel the engine is under powered, or your exhaust is blue. Than you probably have compression problems.
But my 3L doesnt have comp. problems and it is still gutless up hills haha
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When i did a compression test on my engine, my guy told me that: If you feel the engine is under powered, or your exhaust is blue. Than you probably have compression problems.
But my 3L doesnt have comp. problems and it is still gutless up hills haha
Well my exhaust isn't blue but pretty rusty. I don't know if it has compression problems or not but i am gonna do a test on it.
I was gonna put a tps on it but I read that you have to adjust it you can't just plug it in and go?

Also my on a 94 should I have a obd port to read codes I can't find one to save my life?

Last but not least the oil pressure gauge isn't working on the dash I went to autozone to buy a new oil pressure switch to put in that screws in block and all they had was the one that screwed into With dummy light

What cause rear abs light to come on dash? Just bought and trying to fix everything
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Well my exhaust isn't blue but pretty rusty. I don't know if it has compression problems or not but i am gonna do a test on it.
I was gonna put a tps on it but I read that you have to adjust it you can't just plug it in and go?

Also my on a 94 should I have a obd port to read codes I can't find one to save my life?

Last but not least the oil pressure gauge isn't working on the dash I went to autozone to buy a new oil pressure switch to put in that screws in block and all they had was the one that screwed into With dummy light

What cause rear abs light to come on dash? Just bought and trying to fix everything

He meant blue smoke coming from the exhaust. Not the color of the exhaust piping.
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Yea that's what I was thinking
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I'd do a compression test, make sure each cylinder is optimal. Shes not over heating or anything right? These engines are very reliable but have a soft spot in the head gasket.
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No overheating just feels weak but maybe cause of tires and everything
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Keep in mind that your opinion of gutless is different than others. I have a beefed up 22re motor, I think it's gutless and pathetic but others think it's pretty good.

If you do a compression test, leakdown test, and your motor is generally healthy then your motor is putting out what it was designed to put out. You may not have a problem other than that you (myself included) want more power!
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I thought my 22re was strong compared to this
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Best way to test, find a neighbor with the a 3vze and drive eachothers rides.
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The obd reader is right next to the motor on the left side. I got the same 3.0 and am also having your same problems
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Define gutless lol..tire size, trans, timing have a lot to do with it feeling gutless

IMHO in a 2gen 4runner I like my 3vze over a 22re stock vs stock..I personally feel the 3vze pulls harder off the line than the 22re in the 4runner but that's just me
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Might have missed it, but id your 4unner an auto?
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