Recent content by Bkrgirl

Ouch!! You make a very good point. I enjoy driving the 4 Runner a ton, and need it to tow a camper. I know we will have to experience some pain to deal with climate change ... I hope that someday humans come up with a sustainable solution. I do see an electric vehicle in my future. I...

I agree. I just re-scheduled the diagnostic appointment. I also spent an hour or so watching the YouTube video on how to re-do the timing cover seal. Wow. So much labor. It's so hard to find someone to trust to take the engine completely apart. Not sure if I trust the dealer or the...

I really appreciate your comment. The mechanic who looked at it does offer a one year/12k warranty. My gut tells me to just get it fixed. But, even the mechanic said I don't have to do anything at this point as it's not dripping onto the ground. My brother (backyard mechanic) and my husband...

Thanks, Jeremy. It is a weep - not a leak. Apparently no drips hitting the ground - at least not yet. I trust the guy who did the visual inspection - he seemed to know what he was doing. I cancelled the diagnostic appointment at the dealer. Post back when you know more about whether the RTV...

I just took it to an independent repair shop - he confirmed it's the timing cover. Estimate - $2000. Oh yay! Now I just have to decide if/when to do this. He said it's one of the worst leaks he's seen. Also, need to decide whether to cancel diagnostic appointment at the dealer - cost will...

Thanks, Lester. I'm not at all mechanically inclined so won't be redoing the timing cover seal myself. This is depressing. I owned two Subaru Outbacks and re-did the head gaskets on both for thousands of dollars. I gave up on Subarus and bought this 2011 4Runner that I thought would go...

They used Toyota 0W20 synthetic

Me too I have a 2011 ... was told after last oil change that I have an oil leak "seep" in the front of the engine. Going in Monday for diagnosis. Can't help thinking it could be a $2500 repair which I can't afford.

New here Hello ... new to the forum as well. Have had my 5th Gen 4-Runner for a year now. Love it! Once I reach the post quota I will be asking about an interior rattle near the fuel cap. Driving me crazy! Hoping to drive my baby for many, many miles!!