MikesToy
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100k - 200k mile 4th gen v6's post up
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boston_kevin
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Looks like major issues are isolated with this new engine which is good. The troublesome thing is that I see most everyone has replaced the brakes by 100k (I replaced my at 60k)... Seized calipers and replaced rotors seem to be common for all 4th gen's under 100k miles. Not really sure what this means about Toyota durability though. I had a '91 Jeep with 145k miles and changed the pads twice, but no caliper or rotor issues. Our old '00 GMC Yukon went 160k with only changing the pads twice with no rotor or caliper issues either.
Whoops! My bad. I meant to say original serpentine/accessory belt. The 1GR-FE has a timing chain. I would never tempt fate with a timing belt like that.
255k by the way. Changed rear rotors/pads at 250k, front pads/rotors still have plenty of wear left. Three bad O2 sensors at about 240k. Those Michelin's have 110k miles or so on them and still have 7/16"
Sorry for the Zombie thread resurrect, I didn't want to leave erroneous information running around with my name on it.
This is great info to hear. Since I created this thread I will give an update. My 04 4x4 sr5 is at 134K and about to take another 1000 mile trip over christmas. Only changed front pads still and on the 3rd set of spark plugs around 90k. Supposedly NGK now makes 100k plugs for the v6 and that is what I put in. Original battery, rear brakes shocks and not even one light bulb has burnt out yet. I take this vehicle out on forest service roads about once a week for the life of the vehicle and over a lot of rough terrain. Best vehicle i have owned. I am on my 3rd set of tires which are the goodyear silent armours and I should get about 60k out of them since I have had them on since 90k or so and I have about half of my tread left. Very durable tire that does well in rain and snow. Also just picked up a 95 single cab tacoma 4x4 with 145k that i use now to keep the dogs out of the 4runner.
peter78
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I now have about 71,000 miles on my 2004 4Runner. I guess I should have someone look at my brakes. They work fine, as far as I can tell. When you get new brakes, do they usually replace pads on all 4 wheels. On my old Acura, that had 4 wheels disc, they all had to be replace at the same time.
On my 2001 4Runner, I replaced the front pads at 130,000 miles, the rear drums are still fine. Usually drums brakes last forever.
2004 4R 4WD-
My orig Panasonic battery just quit :sobbing: 135k miles
Funny you mention light bulbs, isn't it amazing how many newer GM trucks are down one running light? They must use the cheesiest cheapest bulbs available from their supply vendors. Not sure what Toy is doing, but I never burn any on my 4R.
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As a total newbie here I just wanted to say thanks for the info in this thread. Currently starting to look at Gen 4's and there is a 99k '03 that I plan to go check out soon. I know the rotors, calipers, and pads have all just been recently replaced. If I do buy it I expect it to last a long time... or at least I'd hope. I only put about 7k/yr. on my Tacoma and would expect to do the same with this.
I am at 195k and up until this point all has been great. HOWEVER, Here is what I have done in the last two months:
Driver Front Caliper
Front and rear rotors/pads
Passenger Wheel Bearing
Both Rear O2's
Trans cooler lines rusted out so I put an aftermarket unit in
Tires (third set, this time I got GoodYear Armor Trac)
Spark Plugs, Third Set of Denso Platinums
It seems that everything kinda took a dump at once. My check engine light is on due to catalytic efficiency so I believe the cats are clogging up. It goes hand in hand with a 3-4MPG decrease in MPG. I am on the shelf to replace the cats, put headers on or gut the stock cats and use O2 simulators for the Check Engine Light.
Brent
Driver Front Caliper
Front and rear rotors/pads
Passenger Wheel Bearing
Both Rear O2's
Trans cooler lines rusted out so I put an aftermarket unit in
Tires (third set, this time I got GoodYear Armor Trac)
Spark Plugs, Third Set of Denso Platinums
It seems that everything kinda took a dump at once. My check engine light is on due to catalytic efficiency so I believe the cats are clogging up. It goes hand in hand with a 3-4MPG decrease in MPG. I am on the shelf to replace the cats, put headers on or gut the stock cats and use O2 simulators for the Check Engine Light.
Brent
galactic_04
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101k on mine. Just broken in!
2005 v6 SR5 with 291,000 miles.
So, living in Utah and desiring a 4x4, I took a gamble and bought this truck. 95% of the services and maintenance has been at the dealer since purchase. When I bought it last month, I had new TPMS sensors installed, new tires, oil change (synthetic), valve cover gaskets replaced, spark plugs changed, transmission fluid flushed (had been flushed prior within timeframe), 4x4 service, coolant flush, power steering fluid flush, new headlights (old ones were yellowed and scratched),
So, I’m hoping for a long life. Runs great so far (knock on wood) and with the mechanics at Toyota giving it compliments, I don’t feel too concerned.
Clunk noise when taking of the brake or coming to a harder stop. Had the dealership grease the zerk fittings but I still notice it, granted not as bad as I once did. Thinking it could be U-Joints?
Just hoping the transmission and engine are good to go for a while!
So, living in Utah and desiring a 4x4, I took a gamble and bought this truck. 95% of the services and maintenance has been at the dealer since purchase. When I bought it last month, I had new TPMS sensors installed, new tires, oil change (synthetic), valve cover gaskets replaced, spark plugs changed, transmission fluid flushed (had been flushed prior within timeframe), 4x4 service, coolant flush, power steering fluid flush, new headlights (old ones were yellowed and scratched),
So, I’m hoping for a long life. Runs great so far (knock on wood) and with the mechanics at Toyota giving it compliments, I don’t feel too concerned.
Clunk noise when taking of the brake or coming to a harder stop. Had the dealership grease the zerk fittings but I still notice it, granted not as bad as I once did. Thinking it could be U-Joints?
Just hoping the transmission and engine are good to go for a while!
Bluesky 07
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I bought my ‘07 Sport in 2014. Before that, I never would have considered a vehicle with 96K miles, but it took over a year to find a 4WD and this one was in terrific shape (including no rust). Then my mechanic’s opinion sealed the deal: “Ninety-six thousand miles? That’s just getting started for these trucks.”
He was right. Fast-forward to a couple of weeks ago...
He was right. Fast-forward to a couple of weeks ago...
I am rather envious of those who live in States where salt is not used in high quantities.The body of my 2004 is fine but I shed a tear every time I crawl under the vehicle to do any work. It has been a real struggle to slow up the rusting of the frame and pretty much everything underneath.
The past couple summers I have pressure washed and let it bake in the sun for a couple days then apply Fluid Film. That seems to help a little.
The road salt has become an environmental issue also. Roadside trees dying and in the Adirondacks it has affected well water.
In spite of the gas mileage I would keep my 4Runner for many more years but I am now concerned about the safety especially in the next year or so.
I have considered finding a 4Runner in a nonsalt state and preparing the undercarriage for our conditions.
Fine vehicle. It has gotten us through a lot of bad road driving conditions.
The past couple summers I have pressure washed and let it bake in the sun for a couple days then apply Fluid Film. That seems to help a little.
The road salt has become an environmental issue also. Roadside trees dying and in the Adirondacks it has affected well water.
In spite of the gas mileage I would keep my 4Runner for many more years but I am now concerned about the safety especially in the next year or so.
I have considered finding a 4Runner in a nonsalt state and preparing the undercarriage for our conditions.
Fine vehicle. It has gotten us through a lot of bad road driving conditions.
Since this thread's already been resurrected I'll add my .02. I've only had my 4r for a year, (this month) but I've put about 32000 miles on it in that year. I bought it with 263K on it and it's on 295K now. And it performs just like a brand new one. I really had no fear about buying it with the miles it had as I've been a Toyota man for years. I'm gonna try to get a pic of the odometer when it hits 300K. Funny thing is, that's not even close to any kind of record. There's a thread on here somewhere that has people posting with 4 and 5 hundred thousand on their 4runners.
I've made a post about the reliability at the 15 year mark of my 4R. This month marks year 16 with my beloved 4R. Bought it new. Fun driving in the snow in Central Texas in 4WD. Most of the work that has been done has been maintenance. I have replaced the front wheel bearings, timing chain cover leak sealed, TPMS sensors(5) replaced, new suspension, other stuff that I have done have been mods to make the ride more enjoyable.
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