Recent content by pook187

Is it difficult to reset the computer?

It was my 90K service. I'm not sure about the throttle body but since I have a chain he said it didn't need anything done to it. I'll ask tomorrow as well and report back.

My mechanic says there's no reset mechanism and that he filled all 5 (including spare) tires to the proper pressure. I suspect one of his assertions is untrue so I figured I'd ask you brainiacs. Thanks!

I'm in Florida. I'm not sure what plugs he used. I'll have to ask. Could the brand of plugs cause a 3 MPG drop? That seems extreme. Thanks! Any help advice is greatly appreciated.

Man, I was just about to post the exact same topic. I just got my 05 V6 2WD back from the 90K tune up. My mileage went down exactly 3 MPG. Anyone have any other ideas? This is crazy. :confused: :bash:

This link says I have a chain: http://www.toyota.com/help/faqs/service-does_my_vehicle_have_a_timing_belt_or_a_timing_chain.html This one says I have a belt: http://smg.toyotapartsandservice.com/guides.php?v=1&y=2005&int_id=18 Any ideas? Thanks! :bash: :confused:

Re: You could have transmission issues later. Yeah, they told me they didn't have the correct tool to get to the tranny fluid. I guess now I'm glad they couldn't. So when am I supposed to change it? :awais: Thanks guys.

Well, my darling little nieces decided it was dandy to lean their bike on my door (twice) and make two nice dings and chips in my freshly waxed 05 SR5. Each chip is about the size of a small pencil eraser. :confused: The dealer sells touch up paint for $12 or so. Is this ok to use on chips...

Thanks guys. Actually, almost immediately after picking up the truck I thought that I may have jumped the gun on the brake system flush. I guess it couldn't hurt though.

2005 4Runner SR5 V6 The stealership wanted $380 to do their 'standard' 30k maintenance, which did not include spark plug change, tranny or differential service. Instead, I took it to a local mechanic, one that I somewhat trust (more than the dealership), and had him do the following a la cart...