Need some help with upcoming maintenance

Tejas_Runner

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I have a 2003 2WD V6 4Runner with 99,XXX miles. I really want to take care of this truck as my plan is to keep it for good. However, i'm not completely maintenance savvy and will be taking it to a shop to have everything done.

I've been reading a lot on here and T120 and I'm planning on:
  • Cleaning MAF Sensor, replacing serpentine belt/tensioner/pulley, tune-up, fuel injector cleaning, air filter, and flushing the radiator.

Is there anything on that list I shouldn't worry about? Anything I need to add onto it?

I appreciate any responses.
 
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Recommended maintenance schedule from Toyota at 100k miles. You can change the mileage interval to see different items required.

The items are:
Replace engine oil and oil filter

Additional Maintenance Items for Special Operating Conditions:


Driving on Rough, Muddy or Snow-Melted Roads
Inspect ball joints and dust covers
Inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs
Inspect drive shaft boots (4WD)
Inspect nuts and bolts on chassis and body
Inspect steering linkage and boots
Lubricate propeller shaft (4WD)
Re-torque propeller shaft bolt
Rotate tires
Driving on Salt-Covered Roads
Lubricate propeller shaft (4WD)
Re-torque propeller shaft bolt
Driving on Unpaved or Dusty Roads
Inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs
Inspect engine air filter
Lubricate propeller shaft (4WD)
Re-torque propeller shaft bolt
Replace air conditioning filter
Extensive Idling or Low-Speed Driving for Long Distances
Inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs
Towing a Trailer or Using a Camper or Car-Top Carrier
Inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs
Inspect nuts and bolts on chassis and body
Lubricate propeller shaft (4WD)
Re-torque propeller shaft bolt
 
Cleaning the MAF sensor is a very simple but also very delicate operation, so make sure your shop has some experience with Toyotas and understands what you mean by cleaning the MAF sensor. The sensor is about $150 for a new one if it gets broken.

I'm not sure what a "tune-up" would involve these days. Years ago, there were several parts of the ignition system that needed to be changed on a regular basis and the carb was adjustable, so doing that work was a "tune-up". Today, none of those parts exist, thanks to electronic engine control and fuel injection. The spark plugs on the V6 need to be changed every 30,000 miles, so I'd ask for that specifically if that needs to be done.

The belts/pulleys, radiator flush, and engine air filter sound like good ideas to me. The fuel injector cleaning is probably debatable; I think some people would say to do it and others would tell you to just add some cleaner to your next tank of gas.
 
Change out the fluid in your rear differential. I pass on the FI cleaning, I throw in a bottle of Techron into a tank of Premium after every oil change instead. Might want to take a look at the throttle body and clean it if need be.
 

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