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3rd gen. 4runner Maintanence
My completely stock (motor wise) 1999 4runner just got to about 75k miles. So far, the only things the only things i change normally include: the oil (fully synthetic), air filter, pcv valve, and thats about it. I was wondering what i should do now to keep it running as good as it does. I thought of differential gear oil, fuel filter, timing belt, spark plugs, etc. What is it that needs to be done? Thanks in advance.
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Check this thread out...
https://www.yotatech.com/forums/showthread.php?t=26999
RT, c'mon - you gotta be nice to the newbies
FlzRider - when you remember to, the SEARCH button can be your best friend
I only say "remember" cause I forgot to once and got called on it
https://www.yotatech.com/forums/showthread.php?t=26999
RT, c'mon - you gotta be nice to the newbies
FlzRider - when you remember to, the SEARCH button can be your best friend
I only say "remember" cause I forgot to once and got called on it
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I did the timing belt, new coolant, oil, oil filter, fuel filter, rear/center/front differentials, spark plugs, serpentine belt, brake fluid, and transmission fluid. The Toyota website also has some good links to recommended maintenance.
Hope this helps!
Hope this helps!
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just visited the toyota web site and did not see mention of replacing timing belt for the 4runner... I have checked 60K, 75K, 90k, 100K miles intervals. I have also double check the owners manual - no mentions of timing belt. I have visually checked the timing belt itself last year ( 75K miles ) and the belt looked fine - no cracks, belt itself is flexible (not hard), all the teeth looks just fine...
What is the concensus here?
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What is the concensus here?
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Originally Posted by george
just visited the toyota web site and did not see mention of replacing timing belt for the 4runner... I have checked 60K, 75K, 90k, 100K miles intervals. I have also double check the owners manual - no mentions of timing belt. I have visually checked the timing belt itself last year ( 75K miles ) and the belt looked fine - no cracks, belt itself is flexible (not hard), all the teeth looks just fine...
What is the concensus here?
George
What is the concensus here?
George
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Don't forget to change the water pump when you have the timimg belt changed, the dealer will advise you to do that too, I took my 97 when it had around 85k, by the way it cost me around $750 so get your wallet ready.....good luck
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Thanks for the info....ill search next time too. I didnt think of the water pump but i guess its good to do it all at the same time. Whats the average cost for a new water pump from toyota? Thanks
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guys,
i believe for 99 and up, the timing belt is 90k. for 98 and under to 96, its 80k. dont quote me on that. but a safe interval would seem to be 80k.
i had my water pump (new), thermostat (new), timing belt (new) and all drive belts (new) doen for $510 here in LA. SF is CRAZY expensive!
Bob
i believe for 99 and up, the timing belt is 90k. for 98 and under to 96, its 80k. dont quote me on that. but a safe interval would seem to be 80k.
i had my water pump (new), thermostat (new), timing belt (new) and all drive belts (new) doen for $510 here in LA. SF is CRAZY expensive!
Bob
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Actually timing belt and water pump are not too hard to replace. It is just a bit time consuming and make sure you align the timing mark, you will be fine. GOt yourself the Toyota Factory service manual and you can diy!!
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Except for oil changes, generally all the preventative maintenance is set up on 30,000 mile intervals and some inspections at 15,000 mile intervals.
There is a book that comes with the owner's manual that describes the maintenance required to keep your warranty valid. That will have everything you should do laid out in time and/or mileage intervals.
Here is what I do.
Every 30,000 miles I replace all the fluids to include the coolant, tranny, transfer, diffs, and brake fluid. The spark plugs should be replaced every 30,000 miles.
Every 60,000 miles I do belts including the timing belt, water pump, and all the hoses. I do mean all the hoses, radiator, oil cooler, and heater hoses.
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There is a book that comes with the owner's manual that describes the maintenance required to keep your warranty valid. That will have everything you should do laid out in time and/or mileage intervals.
Here is what I do.
Every 30,000 miles I replace all the fluids to include the coolant, tranny, transfer, diffs, and brake fluid. The spark plugs should be replaced every 30,000 miles.
Every 60,000 miles I do belts including the timing belt, water pump, and all the hoses. I do mean all the hoses, radiator, oil cooler, and heater hoses.
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