Highest Mileage 4th Gen?
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Bluesky 07
Senior Member
Saw a guy in a silver 4th Gen, an 03-05, at the recycling center the other day. He said his has 338K. I'm at ~209K myself on my '07.
4Runner4Runner4
Member
250,000 in my 2007 V6 RWD. I do need new struts though, as I’m getting some serious steering wheel vibration and tread cupping. But the everything else is doing great.
chickenman9102
New member
Just purchased a 2004 V6 4runner with 202,000 miles on it. He had the head gaskets done at 197,000. Toyota dealer in the seller's family, so it's been serviced there regularly and also just had radiator and hoses replaced at that time, as well.
I am hoping that this bad boy can last me for another 150-200k! Goodbye Subaru.
Pleasure to meet y'all!
I am hoping that this bad boy can last me for another 150-200k! Goodbye Subaru.
Pleasure to meet y'all!
montijo505
Senior Member
The Simple Engnr
New member
Welcome! Glad you're now in the best mid-sized SUV out there. Sounds like you got a good one given the new HGs and the maintenance history.
Generally speaking, if you take care of these things they take care of your bank account. Unless you open the door to the aftermarket and then it's too late for you.
I'm at 264k in my '03 and mechanically it's in perfect shape. Just keeps going and going. I definitely take it for granted.
zguy1
Member
I would have to say the rear main seal. The rest has been general maintenance in my own opinion. I am going to include my complete list of maintenance / repairs since I purchased it used in Feb 2019 with 206k miles. Curious to see how this compares to others who have higher mileage. It also may help others who are considering a 4th gen with higher miles.
2/21/19 206k miles
- replaced air filter (OEM)
4/20/19 209,640 miles
- oil change (mobil 1 and OEM filter)
- Rotate tires front to back and back to front
5/18/19 210,845 miles
- replaced headlight bulbs
7/7/19 214,822 miles
- Changed oil and filter
9/13/19 219,281 miles
- Rotate tires
9/21/19 220,960 miles
- Changed oil and filter.
1/3/20 225,336 miles
- Changed oil and filter
1/23/2020 226248 miles
- Rotate tires
- Changed rear diff and transfer case oil. Used Mobil 1 syn 75W90 LS
1/24/2020 226,262 miles
- Dealer changed front diff fluid and installed new drain plug
1/29/2020 226,408 miles
- Flush power steering fluid. Used Valvoline DEX/MERC
- Greased (4) u-joints and (2) yoke on front and rear drive shafts.
2/2/2020 226,569 miles
- Drain and fill transmission. Did 3 times. Used about 9.5 quarts.
- Used Toyota WS fluid. Replaced crush washers on drain and check plugs
2/5/2020 226,610 miles
- Replaced rear main seal and trans front seal at Toyota dealer. Also did inspection on truck. All areas passed
2/29/2020 230,396 miles
- Changed oil and filter at dealer (AZ).
4/3/2020 235,034 miles
- Rotated tires in Utah
4/6/2020 235,413 miles
- Replaced oil and filter
5/7/2020 237,390 miles
- Replaced rear wiper blade
- Replaced serpentine drive belt and in cabin filter.
5/12/2020 237,477 miles
- Replaced air filter
6/17/2020 240,455 miles
- Replaced oil and filter in FL
8/15/2020 245,571 miles
- Replaced oil and filter
- Lubed yokes and U joints
8/16/2020 245,594 miles
- Rotated tires.
9/24/2020 251,632 miles
- Replaced oil and filter
10/24/2020 252,791 miles
- Rotate tires
11/16/2020 256,230 miles
- Replace oil and filter
11/20/2020 257,283 miles
- Replaced cats and O2 sensors at dealer in Kentucky. They were cut off.
12/6/2020 258,126 miles
- Replaced spark plugs with OEM
12/11/2020 258,275 miles
- Replaced PCV
1/18/2021 259,859 miles
- Rotate tires
- Lubed yokes and U joints
2/26/2021 261,099 miles
- Changed oil and filter
- Replaced front rotors, pads, pins and clips
- Akebono ACT976 pads
- Centric 12044129 rotors
3/12/2021 261,312 miles
- Replaced both CV axles (NAPA - Lifetime warranty)
- Changed front diff fluid. Used Valvoline synthetic 75w90 with LS
3/19/21 261,509 miles
- Replaced leaking radiator. Used Denso 221-3117. Refilled radiator with Toyota Long Life pink coolant.
- Replaced VSC light bulb
- Replaced LF hub dust cover
3/22/21 261,591 miles
- Battery check at local Toyota dealer (passed)
3/24/21 261,649 miles
- Installed black Tacoma wheels and Firestone LE2 tires
4/8/21 261,869 miles
- Installed used tire pressure sensors from 2015 4runner into new wheels
5/4/21 266,585 miles
- Changed oil and filter
6/12/21 270,013 miles
- Rotate tires.
7/27/21 272,050 miles
- Changed oil and filter
8/2/21 272,097 miles
- Replaced the driver’s side seal on the front differential. Part 90311-47027. Drained and refilled differential with Mobil 1 synthetic 75W-90 (w/LS). Replaced gaskets on drain and fill bolts.
8/12/21 272,996 miles
- Installed new passenger bearing hub assembly from Bluepit. Also replaced knuckle seal. Used all Toyota parts.
8/16/21 273,170 miles
- Replaced air filter (OEM)
8/18/21 273,205 miles
- Replaced 2 of 4 splash shields between front tires and engine bay
- Lubed yokes and U joints
Which splash shields did you use and what did you think of them? Can you point me to a link? Mine have been gone for at least 250k miles, and it's been vaguely on my todo list for a while.
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zguy1
Member
I went with these.
Set of 4 Splash Seals & Clips for 2003-2009 Toyota 4Runner Fender Liner Guard | eBay
They seem pretty durable. I guess time will tell.
2003MANATEE
New member
2003 V6 Sport 124,400 original owner. Loooong way to go!
jakeisles22
New member
Hi, I am looking at a 2008 that has been maintained in accordance with the maintenance schedule. It has 145k on it, they are asking $13500, do you think that is priced right? Thanks
Tironeous
New member
If the frame is clean, yes. 2 years ago paid $13k for an ‘05 Limited V8 4x4 in California with 140k miles. Prices have gone a bit crazy since then so I think you’re getting a fair price.
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chickenman9102
New member
I purchased a clean 2004 with 200k on it for $9K so that seems right. Less miles, bit newer, couple more grand.
Agree with the previous reply. Check the frame for rust and ask about the head gasket. I don't think the 08's have as many problems with the gasket but it's still worth taking a peak at. Vehicles are expensive right now, but it's also good for selling the Subaru I am getting rid of... :shrug:
Papparover
Junior Member
04 with 255K miles. Looking at an 03 limited with V8 with 311K miles. Runs great!
Both been in AZ all their lives with no rust at all.
Both been in AZ all their lives with no rust at all.
