Need some advice regarding my '95

[BoweBear]

So I def was screwed over on my 4runner (which really I don't even care cuz now i have a 4runner...) Lets see, its needed new spark plugs, cables, filters, new pitman arm, damper arm, steering arms...had to replace all 4 tires, need to replace all the brake pads and rotors/drums, battery...the fuses and relays were in terrible shape. Basically whoever owned the car before me abused the absolute crap out of it.

Ok, so whenever I drive, the engine light comes on and you can literally feel a loss of power right as it comes on. It struggles to change gears at times and sometimes won't even change, it'll just rev rpms way up. I've never been in a car in which I can watch the gas gauge slowly move towards e. Oy. So I'm suspicious of the solenoids. Ideas on brands? better to just replace entire transmission system? The gear shifter is loose btw.

Brake pad and rotor/drum brands? I really would like to make this a great quality 4runner.

Anyone have a specific place that you can order parts that saves money?

Any comments would be welcome~!

 

[SanDiego91T4R]

Re: Advice on my '95

Hi Bowebear,

Sorry, I don't have any advice on your situation with the CEL and loss of power, but for good prices on replacement parts, I recommend Rock Auto at
rock auto.com.

Even with shipping costs added, their prices will beat most any local source of parts.

Some folks prefer Toyota OEM parts, and I'm sure there are some parts where the extra cost is worth it.

Hope this helps,
Baldeaglemav

 

[KidVermicious]

Don't get hasty. Pull the engine code and find out what that check engine light is telling you first.

 

[BoweBear]

Ok, so how do I get to that since advance auto only does 96 and up? Its possible for the oxygen sensor but won't know for sure.

 

[Hyde802]

Don't get hasty. Pull the engine code and find out what that check engine light is telling you first.

This. Your jumping all over with guessing. Download the factory service manual and read the CEL code.

Toyota Tacoma 4Runner/ FJ Cruiser FSM Page

 

[KidVermicious]

Put a jumper across the test port and count the flashes on the check engine light.

Toyota 4Runner and Pickup: Cheap Tricks

 

[ralatkins]

This. Your jumping all over with guessing. Download the factory service manual and read the CEL code.

Toyota Tacoma 4Runner/ FJ Cruiser FSM Page

Put a jumper across the test port and count the flashes on the check engine light.

Toyota 4Runner and Pickup: Cheap Tricks

very helpful! OP, i was about to go pay someone to read my CEL. so i feel your pain!!

 

[BoweBear]

I just did what they suggested, it worked. So its a code with a few possible things. Kinda helpful. But was right, one of them is the oxygen sensor.

 

[BoweBear]

btw love the rims in your pic, where'd you get those, mine's a dark green color so that look would be great on mine.

 

[Hyde802]

very helpful! OP, i was about to go pay someone to read my CEL. so i feel your pain!!

Yours is OBDII, A $30 meter will tell you exactly what the code is, and often enough places like autozome will check it for free.

Bowebear, what was the rest of the codes you got?

 

[BoweBear]

OBD 2 started for 96...mine's an obd 1

 

[2ndGen4runner4x4]

Don't spend money on a new o2 sensor... the box stores love to sell parts but the real issue is probably upstream somewhere.
If you re-set the CE light, how long can you drive it until it comes back on?

 

[bills86e]

Turn ignition switch to ON position.
Do not start the engine.
Place a jumper wire across TEl and El terminals in engine check connector.
Count number of flashes from CHECK ENGINE light.
If system is operating normally (with no detected faults), the CHECK ENGINE light will blink
continuously
and evenly about 2 times a second.
Otherwise, the light will blink a number of times equal to the trouble code as follows:
The light blinks only (.5 second ON, .5 second OFF) when indicating a number.
The light will be OFF for 1.5 seconds between the first digit and the second digit of the code.
If more than one code is stored, the light will be OFF for 2.5 seconds before the next code is
displayed.
Once all code(s) have been displayed, the light will be OFF for 4.5 seconds and then the whole
sequence will repeat.
The diagnostic code series will continue to repeat as long as the check connecter terminals
TEl and El are connected.
When finished, remove the jumper wire.
After repairing the malfunction, clear the codes from the ECUs memory.

Clearing Trouble Codes
All trouble codes must be purged from the ECUs memory after repairing the faults. Otherwise,
code(s) would remain in the ECUs memory indefinitely and would appear along with a new code in
the event of a future problem.

Remove the EFI fuse (15A) for 30 seconds with the ignition switch OFF to clear any codes. It may
take longer than 30 seconds, depending on ambient temperature (the lower the temperature, the
longer the fuse must be left out).
Trouble codes can also be cleared by disconnecting the vehicle battery. However, other memory
functions (clock, radio, etc.), will need to be reset.
After the codes are cleared, road test the vehicle (as applicable for the fault) and recheck if
any codes reset. If so, it indicates that the trouble area has not been repaired correctly.

Toyota OBD Trouble Codes ?

Bills86e

 

[BoweBear]

to be honest, not that long, as soon as hits second gear or almost before. there is a huge difference in the drop of power once that light comes on.

 

[ralatkins]

btw love the rims in your pic, where'd you get those, mine's a dark green color so that look would be great on mine.

if you are asking about my wheels, they are 2002 4runner wheels that i've painted black. i love them