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Old 07-08-2014, 01:00 PM
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94 4Runner - Idle and Acceleration Hesitation

Hello All

My daughter purchased over a year ago a 94 4Runner with a 3.0L V6 (3VZE) engine and a A340H Automatic Transmission.

I need assistance on determining what could be causing this problem - thank you...

This truck was severely neglected when we had bought it and have since poured about $2,500 into it to make it a reliable transportation.

What we are currently experiencing is:
  • Sporadic rough idle
  • Sporadic hesitation (lack of power) when driving - no set speed where this happens and sometimes it does this and sometimes there are no problems.

Here is a list of parts I have installed since we started:
  • Major Tune-Up Items
  • Cold Start Module/Switch
  • Fuel Pressure Damper
  • Fuel Pressure Regulator
  • EGR Valve
  • EGR Temperature Sensor
  • Radiator, Hoses and 180* Thermostat
  • Fuel Pump
  • Fuel Filter
  • Transmission Solenoids
  • Throttle Position Sensor
  • ECM
  • Kickdown THrottle Detent Cable Assembly

Any Help will be greatly Appreciated.
Andrew
Old 07-08-2014, 04:43 PM
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How many miles on it? Something that intermittent could me a worn out distributor bearing. Certain speeds and torque values cause it to wobble.
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My Issue with that was a cracked air tube. It was under the throtle body and didn't see it till I took it off. $20.00 on e-bay and it idles smooth and acually has power now. Oh, and got 3 more mpg too boot!
But also look at other vacuum lines. Any that are cracked will also cause issues.
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The vehicle has 140,000 miles on it.

What tube under throttle body are you referring to?
Old 07-09-2014, 06:16 PM
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I'm also experiencing something along those lines with my 86...I had a couple bets and looked down at the engine. . . My throttle cable is very loose. .. took me ages to figure that out

With my limited knowledge I'd say it is probably a thing or two that needs some tightening. And ya look for little cracks here and there. . . I'm using dictator on my intake while I wait for some parts
Good luck
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Sounds like a vacuum leak...maybe a dirty throttle body, or a clogged cat.
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