Anouncing the newest member to the family "1996 4Runner Limited 146K miles"

flightservice · 01-18-2006, 08:22 PM

Hey guys, I just got back from Atlanta with my first 4Runner, (I bought it for my wife.)

A green with tan leather interior 1996 4Runner Limited. Rear lockers and sunroof. The 4 wheel drive isn't working but I am going to check the vacuum hoses running from the solinoid probably next week. I know that is a common problem with auto locking hubs from all manufactures. I paid less than Kelley, Black Book and NADA wholesale for the truck (sorry I had to brag to someone.) Just went thru Georgia emission inspection and a safety inspection and came back all clear and after a 3 hour car ride home my wife couldn't be happier.

Any advice for a new Yota owner?

Thanks and see you on the trails

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noahrexion · 01-18-2006, 11:29 PM

1) wheres the pics? you can't give intro's without pics

2) maintenance, maintenance, maintenance
3) enjoy driving!

Bob_98SR5 · 01-18-2006, 11:35 PM

hold onto your wallet. while this place has many money saving tips, this place will bleed you dry too!

if you don't have the service records, visit the soon-to-be-phased-out maintenance section and see the stickied link. while there, there is a link that goes to the toyota maintenance database engine that will tell you what service items you need to do when you plug in your vehicle information + mileage. to me, mainteinance is job #1 when buying a used car. then the rest can follow

since its for the wife, detail it and put a little bow on it

bob

flightservice · 01-19-2006, 05:55 AM

I should post pics this evening

I did find one thing that requires immediate attention. The right rear running light isn't working, the brake part does work but not the running light. The left rear light works fine.

Does anyone have a wiring schematic for the 1996 4runner limited so I could run down the problem (I have already replaced the bulb)

Thanks

bamachem · 01-19-2006, 05:57 AM

you should consider getting some new plugs, a fuel filter, and cleaning the MAF sensor and throttle body, and possibly new belts.

next, you should consider new coil springs and shocks to get the ride up to par.

congrats on the purchase.

flightservice · 01-19-2006, 06:02 AM

didn't think about the MAF thanks,
The truck is level and the shocks check out, do you still think I need new springs?

Thanks agian for the input.

X-AWDriver · 01-19-2006, 06:28 AM

If the shocks and coils are original w/146k on 'em you should replace them both.

MTL_4runner · 01-19-2006, 06:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by X-AWDriver

If the shocks and coils are original w/146k on 'em you should replace them both.

Shocks for sure but springs might still be ok unless the vehicle is sagging.

MTL_4runner · 01-19-2006, 06:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by flightservice

I should post pics this evening

I did find one thing that requires immediate attention. The right rear running light isn't working, the brake part does work but not the running light. The left rear light works fine.

Does anyone have a wiring schematic for the 1996 4runner limited so I could run down the problem (I have already replaced the bulb)

Thanks

You should check to see if you are getting power to the bulb socket using a multi meter first.
If not, then check all the fuses (not likely if other bulbs work, but should check anyway).
Still no go, then start going at it with your multimeter and a wiring diagram.

JAVIER PLA · 01-19-2006, 06:44 AM

www.javierpla4x4.com.ar

Lance · 01-19-2006, 09:13 AM

Did you check the bulb?

hbar314 · 01-19-2006, 09:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bob_98SR5

if you don't have the service records, visit the soon-to-be-phased-out maintenance section and see the stickied link. while there, there is a link that goes to the toyota maintenance database engine that will tell you what service items you need to do when you plug in your vehicle information + mileage. to me, mainteinance is job #1 when buying a used car. then the rest can follow
bob

I clicked on both of the stickys over there and didtn find the database you were refering too. Do you have the link?

flightservice · 01-19-2006, 01:30 PM

Here are the photos, my wife is cleaning the runner up as I type, she is a good spouse. (I am dead if she reads this!!!)

hbar314 · 01-21-2006, 10:42 AM

Not to hijack because im sure it will help flightservie with his new runner also, but anybody know where that database is Bob was talking about?

**4x4Fink** · 01-21-2006, 10:53 AM

http://smg.toyotapartsandservice.com/index.php

There's the direct link.

http://www.yotatech.com/showthread.php?t=38266

There's the link to the thread.

Hope that helps,

Fink

01-19-2006, 05:55 AM	#4 (permalink)
flightservice Registered User Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Clemson, SC Posts: 12	ok pics a comin'!! I should post pics this evening I did find one thing that requires immediate attention. The right rear running light isn't working, the brake part does work but not the running light. The left rear light works fine. Does anyone have a wiring schematic for the 1996 4runner limited so I could run down the problem (I have already replaced the bulb) Thanks

01-19-2006, 06:28 AM	#7 (permalink)
X-AWDriver Contributing Member Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Littleton,CO Posts: 10,173	If the shocks and coils are original w/146k on 'em you should replace them both. __________________ '99 4Runner Highlander 4wd E-locker,rear diff and deckplate mod * 265/75/16 Nitto TerraGrapplers * Yakima Load Warrior rack * clear corners/signals * Tacoma skidplate * Silverstar lamps/fogs Alpine CDA-9831,Bazooka EL Series 250w amp,MTX 10" sub

01-19-2006, 09:13 AM	#11 (permalink)
Lance Registered User Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Cincinnati, Oh Posts: 255	Did you check the bulb? __________________ Thanks Lance 98 4Runner Limited Web Wheeler

01-21-2006, 10:53 AM	#15 (permalink)
4x4Fink Super Moderator Staff Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Centerton, AR Posts: 5,952	http://smg.toyotapartsandservice.com/index.php There's the direct link. http://www.yotatech.com/showthread.php?t=38266 There's the link to the thread. Hope that helps, Fink __________________ 1985 4Runner 22RE 4WD "Ratchet" 2007 Tacoma Double Cab SB 4x4 V6 TRD Sport AR-TTORA "My work number is 9-1-1."

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01-18-2006, 11:29 PM	#2 (permalink)
noahrexion Registered User Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Lafayette, CO Posts: 208	1) wheres the pics? you can't give intro's without pics 2) maintenance, maintenance, maintenance 3) enjoy driving!

01-18-2006, 11:35 PM	#3 (permalink)
Bob_98SR5 Contributing Member Join Date: May 2002 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 10,092	hold onto your wallet. while this place has many money saving tips, this place will bleed you dry too! if you don't have the service records, visit the soon-to-be-phased-out maintenance section and see the stickied link. while there, there is a link that goes to the toyota maintenance database engine that will tell you what service items you need to do when you plug in your vehicle information + mileage. to me, mainteinance is job #1 when buying a used car. then the rest can follow since its for the wife, detail it and put a little bow on it bob

01-19-2006, 05:57 AM	#5 (permalink)
bamachem Banned Join Date: Jun 2003 Posts: 0	you should consider getting some new plugs, a fuel filter, and cleaning the MAF sensor and throttle body, and possibly new belts. next, you should consider new coil springs and shocks to get the ride up to par. congrats on the purchase.

01-19-2006, 06:02 AM	#6 (permalink)
flightservice Registered User Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Clemson, SC Posts: 12	didn't think about the MAF thanks, The truck is level and the shocks check out, do you still think I need new springs? Thanks agian for the input.

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JAVIER PLA Registered User Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: bs as argentina Posts: 1	www.javierpla4x4.com.ar

01-21-2006, 10:42 AM	#14 (permalink)
hbar314 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Southern Ca Posts: 21	Not to hijack because im sure it will help flightservie with his new runner also, but anybody know where that database is Bob was talking about?

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