Recent content by JackSw

I use an FM modulator for XM radio and also to play my IPod through the radio on my 2006 4Runner. The local stations come in to interfere with my IPod etc. On mt Tacoma I unscrewed the antenna, but the 4Runner has the antenna in the back side windows. I don't want to det under the dash, just...

1999 4Runner...5VZ-FE engine. Does it have timing belt or chain?

Local dealership in Santa Maria, CA can't get to my 4Runner for 15000 service for 7 days. Maintenance light is on and we are scheduled for a 1000 mile trip next week. Other dealerships are 45 min away. Looks like I need to change my own oil. Any suggestions? Toyota filter, Mobile 1, torque...

Overfilling On my Miata, if the fuel tank is overfilled, the excess goes into the charcoal canister (used to capture fumes) and it floods the charcoal resulting in a CEL (check engine light). Then the canister must be removed and hopefully drained and aired out. Or if not successful a new one...

Looking for something better than the "Club" and a "secret switch" like I installed in my Tacoma for parking in those questionable areas. In the 2006 there is a fuel pump relay on the left side of the engine compartment with the fuses. It pulls out easily, plugs back in easily. I did not...

Have audio input in console storage, but no 12 volt (opted out of 115 VAC). Want to add 12V socket in console from cig lighter socket. An easy connection, but how do I remove the console unit to get under the cig lighter etc? Don't want to snap off those plastic clips by forcing something...