Recent content by johnf

Yes, that was it. New Plugs and Wires, and it is running great now.

possible engine trouble causing "transmission slip" in OD I have my 4Runner at a shop and they believe my engine is skipping. Mechanic said it would skip when reving the engine with his foot on the brake. The check engine light is not on and no codes come back when the computer is scanned...

Can anyone recommend a transmission service shop for my 2002 4Runner SR5 in the Boston area (prefer Waltham or Framingham)? My transmission is starting to slip when accelerating, and especially with the overdrive in use. Thanks.

Thanks. I just checked the fluid after a 30 min drive and it was right between the Hot fill marks. I had the flush and replace done over a year ago, and the fluid looks good. Also, I've been driving with the O/D off, and I've been noticing the transmission slipping when I give it a lot of gas...

I have a 2002 4Runner SR5 4WD Automatic Transmission. With the overdrive on, at about 50 mph, the transmission feels like it is slipping. It happens when trying to up-shift or downshift at that speed. I notice it when I am accelerating onto the highway, but when I get past that speed, the...