how many gallons?

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ive got a 02 jw wondering how many gallons are in the tank...and also when that warning light comes on how much do i have left?
 
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854runner557 said:
18.5 and u should have about 2 gallons when the light comes on.
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That is about right, when my light comes on and I get gas, it takes 16.5 gallons.
 
3rd gen fuel guages are very inconsistent and can't be measured by other's results. If I filled mine up when the light came on I'd only squeeze in 14.5 but most of the time when it reads pretty close to empty I still only fill it up with 16 gallons at the most.


And if you did run your Runner dry it still would have just under 2 gallons in the tank since the pump doesn't sit right on the bottom.
 
RonMAIDEN said:
3rd gen fuel guages are very inconsistent and can't be measured by other's results. If I filled mine up when the light came on I'd only squeeze in 14.5 but most of the time when it reads pretty close to empty I still only fill it up with 16 gallons at the most.


And if you did run your Runner dry it still would have just under 2 gallons in the tank since the pump doesn't sit right on the bottom.
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Gauges were inconsistent, they fixed them by 2001. "burton6509" has a 2002, so his gauge should be like mine.

If your gauge reads empty at 16 gallons, you still have 2.5 gallons left. All 3rd generation models have the same size tank, 18.5 gallons. I know there is a TSB for this, but most owners just live with their inaccurate gauge.

Once, I got 400 miles to one tank and it took 17.6 gallons, so at least for me, I don't have a problem with the pump running dry when you have 2 gallons left.
 
all I can ever get in mine is like fifteen MAYBE sixteen at the very most, so I'm really no where near running out of gas when the light comes on, good/bad to know
 
peter78 said:
Gauges were inconsistent, they fixed them by 2001. "burton6509" has a 2002, so his gauge should be like mine.

If your gauge reads empty at 16 gallons, you still have 2.5 gallons left. All 3rd generation models have the same size tank, 18.5 gallons. I know there is a TSB for this, but most owners just live with their inaccurate gauge.

Once, I got 400 miles to one tank and it took 17.6 gallons, so at least for me, I don't have a problem with the pump running dry when you have 2 gallons left.
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Are you one of those guys that fills it up even in the neck of the tank? Plus 2wd mileage can't be compared to 4wd mileage. I've never fit more than 16.3 in my tank and that was low.
 
Ya my 98 , have only been able to squish about 15.5 in it and thats when the lights been on for around 15 miles


bmccreery said:
what about the '99s? i can't ever figure out how big my tank is. it can't be more than 15 gallons...
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RonMAIDEN said:
3rd gen fuel guages are very inconsistent and can't be measured by other's results. If I filled mine up when the light came on I'd only squeeze in 14.5 but most of the time when it reads pretty close to empty I still only fill it up with 16 gallons at the most.

And if you did run your Runner dry it still would have just under 2 gallons in the tank since the pump doesn't sit right on the bottom.
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That's interesting...



peter78 said:
Gauges were inconsistent, they fixed them by 2001. "burton6509" has a 2002, so his gauge should be like mine.

If your gauge reads empty at 16 gallons, you still have 2.5 gallons left. All 3rd generation models have the same size tank, 18.5 gallons. I know there is a TSB for this, but most owners just live with their inaccurate gauge.
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Peter78, so you're saying it's a fact that all 3rd gens have the same size tank? I'm not doubting you, I just thought all '96-'00 4Runners had 16.5 gal tanks and all '01-'02 4Runners came equipped w/ larger, 18.5 gal tanks.

I've personally owned a '98 & '99 4Runner and with both tanks run almost completely dry, I was only able to squeeze 15.8 gals back in them. My wife drives an '00 4Runner and the same goes for her 4Runner. Yet w/ my '02, I've actually been able to get 17 gals in it before. Therefore, I've always assumed the '01 & '02 4Runners just came w/ larger tanks...I had no idea about the TSB for this.
 
Rock Slide said:
That's interesting...

Peter78, so you're saying it's a fact that all 3rd gens have the same size tank? I'm not doubting you, I just thought all '96-'00 4Runners had 16.5 gal tanks and all '01-'02 4Runners came equipped w/ larger, 18.5 gal tanks.

I've personally owned a '98 & '99 4Runner and with both tanks run almost completely dry, I was only able to squeeze 15.8 gals back in them. My wife drives an '00 4Runner and the same goes for her 4Runner.
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That's right. That means in fact, your 98 had about 3 gallons left even though your gauge showed your were EMPTY.

Here are the specs for a 1996. Notice the size of the tank. It says and I quote: "Fuel Tank: 18.5 gal'.


1996 TOYOTA 4RUNNER SPECIFICATIONS



09/01/1995

ENGINE
�2.7-liter, 4-cylinder, double-overhead cam,
EFI, cast iron block with aluminum alloy head
Bore & Stroke: 3.74 x 3.74 in
Displacement: 2694cc
Compression Ratio: 9.5:1
Valve Train: 4 valve/cylinder
HP (SAE Net): 150 HP @ 4800 RPM
Torque: 177 lb.-ft. @ 4000RPM
Ignition System: electronic
Fuel System: EFI
Recommended Fuel:87 octane unleaded
Emission Control: close loop TWC

�3.4-liter V6, double-overhead cam, 24-valve,
EFI, cast iron block with aluminum alloy heads
Bore & Stroke: 3.68 in x 3.23 in
Displacement: 3378cc
Compression Ratio: 9.6:1
Valve Train: 4 valve/cylinder
HP (SAE Net): 183 HP @ 4800 RPM
Torque: 217 lb.-ft @ 3600 RPM
Ignition System: electronic
Fuel System: EFI
Recommended Fuel:87 octane unleaded
Emission Control: close loop TWC

POWERTRAIN
Drive System Type
2WD front engine rear wheel drive and
4WD front engine with shift on the
move 4WDemand
�2.7-liter 2WD and 4WD with 5-speed manual
Ratios 1st.........3.954
2nd.........2.141
3rd.........1.384
4th.........1.000
5th.........0.810
Reverse.....4.091
Differential Ratio.......*4.100 (2WD 3.727)

�2.7-liter 2WD and 4WD with 4ECT
Ratios 1st.........2.804
2nd.........1.531
3rd.........1.000
4th.........0.705
Reverse.....2.393
Differential Ratio........*4.100 (2WD 3.909)
�3.4-liter 2WD and 4WD with 4ECT
Ratios 1st.........2.804
2nd.........1.531
3rd.........1.000
4th.........0.705
Reverse.....2.393
Differential Ratio....**+3.909 (2WD 3.727)
�3.4-liter 4WD with 5-speed manual
Ratios 1st.........3.830
2nd.........2.062
3rd.........1.436
4th.........1.000
5th.........0.838
Reverse.....4.220
Differential Ratio.....**3.909
* = 4.556 w/ optional P265/70R 16 tire package
** = 4.100 w/ optional P265/70R 16 tire package
(standard on Limited)
+ = 4.300 w/ optional P265/70R 16 tire package

SUSPENSION
�Front
Coil spring independent double wishbone with
low-pressure, gas-filled shock absorbers
�Rear
Four-link coil spring with low-pressure,
gas-filled shock absorbers
�Stabilizer Bar Diameter
Front - 26mm/1.02 in.
Rear - 19mm/0.75 in.

BRAKES
�With ABS: Power-assisted with rear LSPBV
(load sensing proportioning and bypass valve)
Without ABS: Power-assisted with rear LSPV
(load sensing proportioning valve)
�Front
16-in/15-in wheel......12.5 in. Disc/11.6 in. Disc
�Front Swept Area
16-in/15-in wheel..........271 sq. in./248 sq. in.
�Rear
16-in/15-in wheel....................11.6 in. Drum
�Rear Swept Area
16-in/15-in wheel......................144 sq. in.
�Parking Brake - hand operated, mounted between
front seats in front of center console
�Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brakes - standard on V6 models,
optional on four-cylinders

STEERING
�4WD and 2WD
Type: power-assisted rack and pinion
Overall Ratio: 20.0
Turns (lock to lock): 3.5
Turning Circle (curb to curb): 37.4 ft.

TIRES & WHEELS (optional)
Wheel Size: 15x7 in. (16x7 in.)
Type & Material: Styled steel (alloy)
Tire Size: P225/75R 15 (P265/70R 16)
Tire Type: mud and snow
Spare Tire: full size spare

SAFETY SPECIFICS
�Standard Dual Airbags
�Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brakes - standard on
V6 models, optional on four-cylinders
�Side Door Impact Beams - front and rear
�Rear Center High Mount Stoplight - standard, all models
�Headrests and Three-Point ALR/ELR Seatbelts -
on all outboard positions (ALR only on driver seat)
�Child Protector Rear Door Locks

CAPACITIES
Engine Oil: 4 Cyl: 4.7L
V6: 4.9L
Cooling System: 4 Cyl:
V6: M/T 8.9L
A/T 8.8L
Fuel Tank: 18.5 gal

BASIC LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE
1 yr/12,500 mi. service adjustments
3 yr/36,000 mi. comprehensive
5 yr/60,000 powertrain
5 yr/unlimited mileage corrosion perforation

BODY DESIGN & MATERIALS
Steel full box section ladder frame

EXTERIOR DIMENSIONS (in.)
Wheelbase: 105.3
Overall Length: 178.7
Overall Width: 66.5
Overall Height:
P265/P225 tires.......68.7/66.5
Front Track: 59.3
Rear Track:
15-inch brakes...............58.9
16-inch brakes...............59.4
Running Ground Clearance: 8.5
Ground Clearance
with P265 tires: 9.5

ANGLE OF APROACH:
P265/P225 tires.....36/32 degrees

ANGLE OF DEPARTURE:
P265/P225 tires.....29/26 degrees


INTERIOR DIMENSIONS (in.)
Headroom:
Front.................39.2
Rear .................38.7
With optional
moonroof front/rear....NA

Legroom:
Front..................43.1
Rear ..................34.9

Shoulder Room:
Front..................53.9
Rear...................53.9

Hip Room:
Front..................49.8
Rear...................51.4

Cargo Volume (cu ft): 44.6
Cargo Volume With
Rear Seats Folded: 79.7 cu ft
Seating Capacity: 5

VEHICLE WEIGHTS (preliminary figures in lbs.)
Pay-
�2WD 4-cyl. Total GVWR Load
5-speed manual 3340 5250 1910
4ECT 3355 5250 1895

Pay-
�4WD 4-cyl. Total GVWR Load
5-speed manual 3695 5250 1555
4ECT 3740 5250 1510

Pay-
�2WD V6 Total GVWR Load
4ECT 3520 5250 1730

Pay-
�4WD V6 Total GVWR Load
5-speed manual 3835 5250 1415
4ECT 3880 5250 1370
Limited 3925 3925 1325
(GVWR = Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)

TOWING (lbs.)
�Maximum Trailer Weight
2.7-liter...............3,500
3.4-liter...............5,000

�Maximum Tongue Weight
2.7-liter ................350
3.4-liter.................500

�Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR)
2.7-liter 2WD/4WD............7,600/7,900
3.4-liter 2WD/4WD............8,800/9,200

(Toyota dealers have further details on
required additional equipment)

PRELIMINARY EPA EST. FUEL ECONOMY

�2.7-liter 2WD City/Highway
5-speed manual 20/25
4ECT 20/24

�3.4-liter 2WD
4ECT 18/21

�2.7-liter 4WD
5-speed manual 17/21
4ECT 19/22

�3.4-liter 4WD
5-speed manual 17/20
4ECT 17/19

http://www.top4runners.com/ja/runhist31996.html
 
i have a 99, and ive been able to get it to fill up to about 17 gallons, that was after running for a while with the light on...so i figured it was about 18 gallons...

now i havent seen a full gas tank in a few weeks, im so broke! lol
 
Yes, I know my 98 had a 18 gal tank. Right when the light came on, I was right around 15 gallons for a full fill-up (not topping it off, either). I'm not 100% positive on this, but I've heard that most auto manuf. try to have the gas light come on right when the vehicle has about 50-60 miles worth of fuel left. Anyone confirm this?

Also, about the TSB on the fuel guage on the older 4Runners, I have never heard of that either. But I know that it wasn't the most accurate, but then again, no fuel gauge is that accurate. I usually try and fill up every 200 miles, anyway.
 
Man all I was saying is that when the light comes on and stays on, u should have about 2 gallons left! Look in your owners manual if you don't believe me on the 18.5 gallons, you could put 19 or 19.3 if you top it off.
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Warning:topping off your fuel is a bad thing as it will ruin your evaporative emissions sytem and saturate your charcoal canister which isn't a cheap part to buy from the dealer.

There needs to be nothing in the neck of the tank so the air can expand. The tank does hold 18.5 but even if you run your tank til your engine dies there still will be over a gallon of gas in the tank since the pump doesn't sit on the bottom since it would pull in sediments thus they aren't designed that way.

I let it "click" once and then I fill til it "clicks" again and I can hear it run down the neck and it's full to me. I usually fill up betwen 15 and 15.8 gallons and my mom is pretty consistently the same with her '99 Limited 4wd.
 
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