Info Request: High Mileage 4th Gens

Stellar

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Have a question for the high mileage 4th Gen guys. I'm approaching 138k miles. I've seen several guys with mileage above 200k. I know these vehicles will last a LONG time with the proper TLC. What are some of the common issues you've encountered as you approached 150k and 200k miles? My hope is to keep my T4R running for many more years and miles, and to employ preventative maintenance rather than be surprised by unexpected repairs. I've thought about visiting my local Toyota dealer to have a thorough inspection done just to see what their analysis is. Thoughts?
 
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My 05 V6 now has over 270k miles. The ONLY mechanical problems ?I'd had so far....

. The front brake calipers. I replace them every 12-15 months.

. CV Joints. Replaced the front axle at 250k miles. But I've yet to own a vehicle with CV joints were I didn't have to replace them at some point.

All other work was just PM and replacing normal wear and tear items (tires, brakes, battery...etc).

The truck runs PERFECTLY...I wouldn't hesitate to drive to California and back.
 
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03 V6, almost 200k now.

Same as above, brake calipers (did them yesterday! 1.5 years old and locked up) and just PM stuff.

Recently did LBJ's and a CV, A/C relay, thats about all i can think of.
 
There's already a mileage thread. Just search for "Mileage" in the post title & 4th gen forum. It's a billion pages long.
 
MikeInNH said:
My 06 V6 now has over 270k miles. The ONLY mechanical problems ?I'd had so far....

. The front brake calipers. I replace them every 12-15 months.

. CV Joints. Replaced the front axle at 250k miles. But I've yet to own a vehicle with CV joints were I didn't have to replace them at some point.

All other work was just PM and replacing normal wear and tear items (tires, brakes, battery...etc).

The truck runs PERFECTLY...I wouldn't hesitate to drive to California and back.
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java said:
03 V6, almost 200k now.

Same as above, brake calipers (did them yesterday! 1.5 years old and locked up) and just PM stuff.

Recently did LBJ's and a CV, A/C relay, thats about all i can think of.
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Does the front brake caliper locking up issue cause a squealing noise? Or otherwise, what's the indication they need replaced.
 
Paisano said:
Does the front brake caliper locking up issue cause a squealing noise? Or otherwise, what's the indication they need replaced.
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Gets hot, warps rotors. I was getting some warped rotor feedback, used a temp gun on both sides after my commute, one was 150 degrees hotter, sure enough that was the one that was hanging.

The don't 'lock' really, just hang up so the pads don't come all the way off the rotor. Easy way to tell is jack the front end up and try to rotate the tire, it will have a fair bit of friction on the side thats hanging up.

Depending on the pads, they may squeal, may not. Mine are an aggressive pad and can be noisey.
 
I'm at 160k - and I've only had the timing belt replaced, front calipers were seized, and now the manifold leaks causing ticking. These are all common problems, otherwise the truck still drives and feels brand new.

I expect to do new CV's before offroading season.

In comparison, I just bought a Subaru - and the amount of things you need to replace/fix are endless.
 
[MENTION=44999]HOJeepster[/MENTION] thanks for the update! I just moved to CO and was considering a Subaru for a second vehicle. I see them all over here and thought they must be reliable. I'll reconsider after that comment. Maybe a 3rd Gen is a better option.
 
i had a subaru until the HG blew at 280k. only things that ever were replaced on it were the usual brake parts, and new shocks/struts at 200k. even when the HG blew it still got driven a couple times afterwards and it ran acceptably
 
Stellar said:
[MENTION=44999]HOJeepster[/MENTION] thanks for the update! I just moved to CO and was considering a Subaru for a second vehicle. I see them all over here and thought they must be reliable. I'll reconsider after that comment. Maybe a 3rd Gen is a better option.
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I had a Subaru and just recently put my wife into a Subaru. They are great vehicle with awesome reliability. Just knowing standard maint. on them is timing belt/power steering pump. Other than that its a great reliable and CAPABLE vehicle. Actually looking for a daily driver to keep miles off our overland rig and am looking at Subarus. :reddance:
 
I've got 150k miles on my '06 SR5 4WD, no issues and it runs smooth as can be. Luckily you (OP) have an '07 so you don't have to worry about the head gasket issues that plague '05 and earlier.

I've had three Subarus and loved them. I still miss my STi. That thing was a beast and completely reliable, even with all the beating I did on it.

wadle5 said:
I had a Subaru and just recently put my wife into a Subaru. They are great vehicle with awesome reliability. Just knowing standard maint. on them is timing belt/power steering pump. Other than that its a great reliable and CAPABLE vehicle. Actually looking for a daily driver to keep miles off our overland rig and am looking at Subarus. :reddance:
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I'm pretty sure I remember you from IWSTi even though I haven't been on there for a couple years now :hello:

My former life:
http://www.iwsti.com/forums/gd-members-journals/231948-richs-2005-sti-2007-aston-martin-journal.html
 
telum01 said:
I've got 150k miles on my '06 SR5 4WD, no issues and it runs smooth as can be. Luckily you (OP) have an '07 so you don't have to worry about the head gasket issues that plague '05 and earlier.

I've had three Subarus and loved them. I still miss my STi. That thing was a beast and completely reliable, even with all the beating I did on it.



I'm pretty sure I remember you from IWSTi even though I haven't been on there for a couple years now :hello:
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Sorry OP on a Subie tangent, but Telum this is my old STi
Toyota 4Runner Forum - Largest 4Runner Forum - wadle5's Album: My Old Rides
 
Wife has a 2010 Subaru Forester with 56,000 miles and I have a 2003 V8 4Runner with 73,000. Hope to keep it until the wheels falls off at over 200,000 like a few members here.
 
Interesting front brake caliper issue some here are having. Not me as I have the Sport V8 version which has the Lexus larger front brakes, and maybe calipers. So far, I only recently replaced my 2nd set of front brake pads, and first set of rear pads. Turned the 2nd front rotor set, which didn't need replacement when I did but wanted the cryogenic rotors in front.

Normal front brakes: 16/17-inch alloys: 12.6 inch rotor. Front: 420 sq cm swept area.

17-inch Sport Edition alloys: 13.3 inch front rotors. Sport Edition (front): 450 square cm swept area.

With over 235,000 miles, I've replaced a front bearing, 2 sets of front CV boots, and one front half shaft. But then, when you go where I do, there is a lot of stuff that rubs on the bottom, including small trees and countless huge blackberry thorny bushes.

I have the trailer package with the 750 pound tongue weight hitch. No matter how deep the sand, the indicated temperature never changes. No matter how heavy the stop and go traffic and 100+ temperature either. Great car for extremes.

I've replaced multiple batteries. Now, with a Battery Bug and the big yellow top battery, I'm able to monitor remaining battery life. The big battery is great for those times I am in sub-zero winter climates.

I have replaced one brake bulb, and both front DRL bulbs and receptacles. They corroded with all the water crossings.
 
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RL Lemke said:
Interesting front brake caliper issue some here are having. Not me as I have the Sport V8 version which has the Lexus larger front brakes, and maybe calipers. So far, I only recently replaced my 2nd set of front brake pads, and first set of rear pads. Turned the 2nd front rotor set, which didn't need replacement when I did but wanted the cryogenic rotors in front.

Normal front brakes: 16/17-inch alloys: 12.6 inch rotor. Front: 420 sq cm swept area.

17-inch Sport Edition alloys: 13.3 inch front rotors. Sport Edition (front): 450 square cm swept area.

With over 235,000 miles, I've replaced a front bearing, 2 sets of front CV boots, and one front half shaft. But then, when you go where I do, there is a lot of stuff that rubs on the bottom, including small trees and countless huge blackberry thorny bushes.

I have the trailer package with the 750 pound tongue weight hitch. No matter how deep the sand, the indicated temperature never changes. No matter how heavy the stop and go traffic and 100+ temperature either. Great car for extremes.

I've replaced multiple batteries. Now, with a Battery Bug and the big yellow top battery, I'm able to monitor remaining battery life. The big battery is great for those times I am in sub-zero winter climates.

I have replaced one brake bulb, and both front DRL bulbs and receptacles. They corroded with all the water crossings.
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Mine is a sport with the larger brakes. It seems to eat calipers.... Might be the wet PNW, but I'm not the only one that seems to go though them.
 
Some great information here guys! I'd like to hear more.

So far, it sounds as if brake calipers and half shafts are the most common issue, neither of which are very intimidating from a technical standpoint. I haven't looked into the cost of either item.
 
java said:
Mine is a sport with the larger brakes. It seems to eat calipers.... Might be the wet PNW, but I'm not the only one that seems to go though them.
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Do you annually flush the brake fluid?

I also got rid of the stock suspension pretty quickly. The 3" lift makes for better off-road performance and the Donahoe/Icon shock performance is right for my uses.
 
I expect to do new CV's before offroading season.
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