3rd Gen FAQ, Tutorials, & Documentation Reference

[ctruss53]

I have been doing some searching and not coming up with much yet so don't mind me for asking.

Are there any tutorials for fixing the window in the hatch on my 3rd gen? It is fuctional but it comes off the tracks.

 

[asullivangarner]

Rear quarter glass replacement

How To Install Replace Broken Rear Quarter Glass Toyota 4 Runner 96-02 1AAuto.com - YouTube

I used this as a guide, it took 40 minutes, but I do have a few notes:

Tools needed:

Flat blade screw drivers, small and regular, Did not need these.

Philips screw driver, No.2 will work, but having a No.1, No.2, and No.3 will make it easier.

Door panel tool or putty knife, Did not need, just used my hands.

10mm socket with racket and extension, Or deep well socket

You do NOT need to do the following steps:
1) Remove speaker,
2) Remove door latch from bar, just from the door panel,
3) Remove window actuator,

It was easy and if you do the above steps, it will still work, just a little more time and in my mind you add the risk of dropping the glass and breaking it inside the door.

And for what it is worth, the rear window will not operate by the driver's control, unless the rear window switch is installed.

Take Care,

asullivangarner

 

[T4R2014]

Not my video, but again I found this video on Youtube. Video made by redonKiLaus on Youtube.

Radiator Change on 3RZ-FE 4Runner.

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[mattleegee]

not sure if its late at night or i can find it, every wheel spec search leads me to dead ends and tire size information

could we get a wheel thread? or the stock information added in?
lug pattern/backspacing/sizes/widths
bonus:
stock (different toyota/trd styles)
modified suggestions

maybe if someone that knows and is bored put that info into once link and have it added to the reference page? instead of just PAINTING WHEELS

 

[Rodan]

Just purchased a clean 2000 base 2wd 3RZ-FE auto with 131K miles. This Tutorial & Doc is perfect for a 4Rnr newb like me. Thanks for the great thread on a great forum.

 

[rknight]

Is there a way to decode a VIN to find out everything the vehicle shipped with, including interior color, trim, cloth/leather, etc.?

 

[BrianSD_42]

OP or MOD,

Please add this to the list. How to remove limited fender flares.

http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-g...fender-flare-cladding-removal-re-install.html


Thanks.

 

[BrianSD_42]

Also add this to the list ...

http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-gen-t4rs/143711-diy-replacing-3rd-gen-alternator.html

 

[yota-runner]

This needs a sticky:nicethread:

 

[yota-runner]

It already is a sticky. Lol.

Lol yeah I'm slow, I was actually coming back to delete that :doh:

 

[yota-runner]

This should be added to the engine maintenance section. I would of never thought to do it had I not found the thread.

http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-gen-t4rs/45445-how-get-better-throttle-response-free.html

 

[BrianSD_42]

Adding this one to the list ...


http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-g...nd-deadening-tutroial-body-panel-removal.html

 

[BrianSD_42]

Adding ...

How to access your sunroof motor .

---> http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-gen-t4rs/148512-3rd-gen-toyota-4runner-moonroof-disable-mod.html

 

[BrianSD_42]

Adding ...

http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-gen-t4rs/149467-official-lower-ball-joint-write-up-thread.html

 

[BrianSD_42]

Adding

http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-gen-t4rs/151078-how-polish-your-paint.html

 

[BrianSD_42]

adding

OEM Part Numbers for 3rd Gen 4Runner: Tie Rods, Ball Joints, and Wheel Bearings

http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-g...nner-tie-rods-ball-joints-wheel-bearings.html

 

[BrianSD_42]

Adding ....

(another) Sound Deadening How To ....

http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-g...t-please-3rd-gen-sound-deadening-project.html

 

[BrianSD_42]

Adding ...

Online Toyota 4Runner F°SM Repair Manual - link still up as of 10/22/13

1996 to 2002 Toyota 4Runner OEM Repair and Wiring Manuals

 

[BrianSD_42]

Adding .....

3.4 Valve Cover Gasket Replacement (part#s n pics)

http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-g...e-cover-gasket-replacement-part-s-n-pics.html

 

[BrianSD_42]

Adding ....

How-To: 99+ Center Dash Conversion with Wiring


http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-gen-t4rs/114346-how-99-center-dash-conversion-wiring.html