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2000 4Runner Repair Manuals - both Toyota Volume 1 and 2, and Haynes. Asking $150 OBO and I'll cover the shipping. The repair manuals are used but not abused. I used these to maintain and occasionally repair our beloved 4Runner. We no longer have the vehicle so it is time to part with these...

I've been changing oil in my vehicles for more than half my life. For many years I preferred the kind you mentioned in your post, but I have been using this kind now for the past 9 years and prefer it...

Yeah... it's almost like they would rather sell whole cars instead of one piece at a time ;) I share your frustrations. Thanks to TheDurk for posting a link to this site TOYOTA | Japan Parts EU. It has the diagrams and the part numbers are clickable for additional info. Unfortunately it does...

Yeah, common issue with most Hondas made post 2000ish, but I've never heard about these wearing out on a Toyota. Bound to happen at some point I suppose. Definitely a good idea to replace if you routinely load kids in the car. A forceful wind would have shut the door on on our son had I not...

I have used NAPA filters on mine for eons also, and I also get my drain plug gasket from NAPA. NAPA carries the same high quality rubber coated aluminum crush washers that the Toyota dealers sell. Here's a link if you want to check it out https://www.napaonline.com/en/p/NDP7041448. I just...

I did this and it worked great. Gave them my VIN and registration (proof of ownership), and the dealer cut a new one for me. I did this with the old key and it worked great as well. I drilled a 3/16" hole in the middle of the emblem, and used a hand file to shape the top of the key.

I'm not sure if they are the best, but I have been pleased. A friend suggested them when I needed a new windscreen on the 4Runner. I called a few local shops and found one. In all fairness, I'm comparing it to my car's windscreen, which is original and has seen nearly 250k. It is fairly pitted...

I hate to be the bearer of bad news, and but mine says Pilkington on the lower passenger side corner. Mine was replaced in 2011, so maybe Pilkington changed where they label... trying to be positive. It's been great glass - still crystal clear and smooth sans one small rock chip.

Thank you, and you belong in the 3rd Gen Hall of Fame for your knowledge! I retraced the schematic you posted, and there it was - not sure how I missed it, but I would not known where to find it as I was too busy staring at the vacuum valves. I crawled under and checked it, and I believe it's...

I'm hopeful someone can help me out, as I have a similar but slightly different issue. 4WD dash indicator light (green) does not light up when 4H or 4Lo are engaged. Let's start with what I have: 2000 SR5 4WD with 3.4L and 5-speed (same as TheDurk but +1 year). I have the J-shifter transfer...

Makes sense. I did my clutch fluid once - when I did timing belt. Probably because this was the longest job in terms of hood being up I have done, so I had time to consider other things I should do. I used a new turkey baster to remove the old fluid then put in the new fluid and drove it for a...

Thanks TheDurk. It sounds like our intervals and diligence for maintenance are quite similar, and it has served us well thus far. I also have used Napa filters for many years on several vehicles, and they have worked very well for me. I appreciate your notes, as I learned several things. A few...

Thanks for the great write-up, I'll use this a my guide when I tackle this soon. Also, thanks for the eBay link. I called the dealership directly and ordered the kit, and they were great to work with - knowledgable, patient, and very helpful. I decided to replace all 16 valve cover bolts when...

Give me a few days on the pics as I'm out of town this week. I'm stuck driving a company car - man do I miss the 4RUNNER! I'll double check the pricing when I'm back, but I believe it was less than $150 for the lot.

Powder coated mine along with the roof rack and trailer hitch. I'm really happy with the results. Went with a gloss black.