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Tips on replacing power steering lines 02 4runner I just replaced my 02 4runner power steering lines. Here are somethings I encountered that others might find useful; It looks like there was a leek coming from where the bottom low pressure hose connects to the metal part of that line. It looks...

Thanks, this engine has 127k on it.

Hi, I'm looking for some reliable input regarding replacement of the cam shaft seals when doing a timing belt change on a 02 4runner 3.4 L V6. I had a Toyota shop do the timing belt change / water pump / drive belts and I supplied the parts as a kit. In the kit were new Toyota cam shaft seals...

Hi, Maybe someone here has had a similar problem and can shed some insight here. I've got a 4runner Limited V6 3.4L, with 218,000 mi. I started noticing a knocking sound about a week ago that seems to be coming form the passenger side of the engine and seems to be in the middle or lower...

rotors The NAPA Ultra Premium look pretty good at $58 for 16". They say they have .002" or less lateral variance. They look like they have the same specs as the Raybestos top of the line rotors. I own a 98 limited 4-runner- 16" wheels. If the lug nuts on the wheels are not tightened properly...

I started getting poor fuel mileage, about 16 mpg. highway at above average speeds. I replaced the air filter, cleaned air flow sensor, changed from 10w 30 to 5w 30 heavy duty mobile synthetic and now I'm getting about 19.5 mpg highway while driving at above average speeds.

It's the factory cd player. I don't know anything about how to clean the lazer head, any suggestions before I go poking around in there? The 4 runner handles better now with the KYB's, especially around curves and maneuvering at highway speeds. I'm just wondering if I can get a bit softer ride...

A couple of months ago I put a set of KYB's on the front of my 98 4wd limited and I'm getting a pretty stiff jolt from somewhat small highway bumps, enough of a jolt so that my cd player skips. Anyone else have a similar problem? Anyone have a good idea as to what shocks would smooth out those...

I recently installed a new air filter and I inflated the tires to about 34 psi (16" tires). I also sprayed cleaner on the air intake sensor. My mileage improved a bit. With 16" SA in a V6 I'm now getting around 19 mpg highway while commonly driving at higher than average speeds. That's almost...

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I know I'm actually using more gas forr the same distance traveled with the SA's 16" tires. I think I paid around $185 from Goodyear, my total after taxes came out to around $800.00 The next time I buy tires it'll be from a dealer who owns and knows how to use an up to date road force...

Believe me, I've had a 3 to 4 mpg drop with the SA.s compared to the RTS. This also may be partially caused by higher than normal highway driving speeds. Since I installed a good radar detector and lazer jammer I commonly drive a good bit faster weather permitting. I think that the more...

I bought a set of Wrangler SA from Goodyear to replace the Wrangler RTS on my 98 4runner and had a very hard time finding 4 tires with a road force variance under 20 lbs. I think I went through 8 tires and many repeated visits to Goodyear and eventually sought out a 3rd party tire service...

if it's tire balance it should vibrate on coasting and accleration but you should recheck the Tire balance... I'm extremely gratefull for this guys web site http://www.gadgetonline.com/Vibration.htm I've had the experience that very few tire dealers, etc., actually know how to properly...