Recent content by dangros

So will that odd 02 socket work with extensions or do you have to remove teh wheel and splash guard? I'm about to do this but cant get in there w/a any tools (that I own). I'm speaking of bank1 sensor 1 on a 2004 - which is the passenger side upstream.

Location of bank 1 sensor 1 Can anyone tell me where the O2 sensor: Banc 1 sensor 1 is? The picture would be very helpful.

wondering the same!

So, a good couple years have rolled on by and still working like a champ!!

3rd party nav and backup? Anyone?? I too, am interested in finally upgrading my 2004! (orig owner too):der:

As another proud owner of a dead Optima battery, I would like for you to put out some statistics on defect rates and average life span. Otherwise, your post is also just "another internet opinion". My original lasted 8 years. This one a little over 3. I would hardly call that worth the price...

Optima is junk Like many, I thought the red Optima was a great battery. They sure charged a premium as if it were! However, after ordering mine on Jan 31, 2012, it is now dead! The original battery lasted from 2004 till 2012! I cant believe this one only made it 3 years. Looking for a...

no more 3.5ton jacks at costco? Went to Costco this weekend and they now sell only the 2.5 ton arkan. It's part aluminum so at least it's lighter. Will 2.5 Ton be enough? Seems most have 3.5. Also, it's max height is only 18". Does that work on a standard 4th gen?

More in low beam 4runner 4th gen More from Stern on the topic: Before pondering a bulb upgrade, make sure the headlamps are in as-new condition. If the lenses are yellowed or clouded or fogged, replace the lamps with new original-equipment ones. There are various polishing/restoration kits on...

my 2004 just had the same heat shield issue. I'm going with this solution. Took mine off today. If I never report back, you'll know I blew up! :)

Since I was going to Canada for a ski trip, I took the Runner to a local mechanic to see if he could shed any light on the problem. He shed light on it alright... the VSC OFF and the VSC TRAC lights! Apparently, when he hooked the computer up, he goofed up the zero calibration. He was...

works!! Due to a mechanic who didnt know how to use the reader, I also got this problem. Followed the steps and it worked like a champ! No other side effects too. Thanks MicaBlue03! Posts like that really add value to the boards!

Here's a good one: My 2004 is normally fine. Starts right up w/o issues, runs great - but 4 times over the last 4-5 months it would turn over but not ignite. When it happened, I jammed the gas all the way down, tried again and it turned on. I have NO idea what is going on. The 4th and more...

Should I return the red top for a better battery? nice job on the install. I ordered the same red top for my 2004 sport. I then, saw some bad reviews and tried to cancel the order but it was too late. Amazon is quick! So my question to the board is: I havent mod'ed anything on my truck. I...

I've a 2004 w/56k and no signs of it dying yet either!! I'm going to Canada from NYC in a couple weeks so I may switch it out for peace of mind. Any recommends ?? Sure wish I could get the same Panasonic