Recent content by Demon Dave

Very much appreciated! :thanks:

Here in Japan, if you opt for the top tier factory infotainment system it comes complete with side, front and rear cameras meaning you don't need the usual fender mirror.

Great idea!

Thanks for the reply. Hopefully I'll be able to remove those caps without breaking the clips!

Thanks! I could be wrong, but I believe the 4runner uses the same roof rack mounting system as the FJ, so there's a little "metal tray" into which the roof rack bolts thread. The tray is held in place by some flimsy plastic hanger and it's possible to break this taking off the rack. If that...

Greetings one and all. Long time lurker and returning 4runner owner with a couple of questions that I’m hoping someone on here will have the answers to! First, a brief introduction. I started out with a white 2004 Hilux Surf which I drove for five years before my wife inherited it and I moved...

Thanks for the replies. :) I did some digging and found a .pdf file with English language instructions. Seems to be a few electrics/options differences between the 4runner/Surf, but on the whole they're pretty much the same. On my car the previous owner put several deep scratches in the...

Hi, I'm a long time lurker, first time poster. I've just recently picked up a 2004 Hilux Surf SSR-X as my new daily drive and lovin it. But being that the instruction manual is Japanese (I'm British) I'm having a few problems working out everything. Can anyone point me in the direction of a...

Just a thought, but if the problem only occurs when you're off-roading then perhaps the could be a problem with the 4lo gear? Excessive resistance/binding of some sort putting extra stress on the engine? Just a thought. I hope you get it sorted. :)