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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Toyota 4runner AUTOMOBILES
Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported Toyota 4runner cars and light trucks from 1990+
Orifice Tube/Expansion Valve Locations -> Imported Cars & Light Trucks & Vans -> 1996-97
Vehicle: 1997 Toyota 4runner Limited 3.4 V6 GAS
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Toyota 4runner AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported Toyota 4runner cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Toyota -> Rear Disc & Parking Brakes -> Caliper Service -> 2003-04 -> 2005 -> Avalon -> Camry, Camry Solara & Sienna -> Celica, Corolla & MR2 -> Highlander & RAV4 -> Land Cruiser, Sequoia & 4Runner -> Matrix -> Overhaul -> Replace
Vehicle: 2003 Toyota 4runner 4.0 V6 GAS
Avalon
2003-04
Replace
- Raise and support rear of vehicle, then remove tire and wheel assembly.
- Disconnect brake hose from brake tube and caliper using a suitable tool.
- Remove caliper attaching bolts, then the caliper, Fig. .
- Remove anti-squeal shim(s), brake pad, anti-rattle spring, pad guide plate and pad support plate.
- Reverse procedure to install, then bleed brake system.
Overhaul
- Remove sliding bushing and boot.
- Remove main pin boot using a suitable chisel.
- Remove piston using compressed air. When using air pressure to remove caliper piston, place a shop towel over piston to prevent it...
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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Toyota 4runner AUTOMOBILES
Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Toyota 4runner cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.
Toyota -> Component Locations -> 1995-04 Tacoma & 1996-02 4Runner
Vehicle: 1999 Toyota 4runner 3.4 V6 GAS
Ref...
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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Toyota 4runner AUTOMOBILES
Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Toyota 4runner cars and light trucks from 1990+.
DRIVESHAFT U-JOINT, Replace -> Assembly -> Disassemble -> Snap Ring Type
Vehicle: 1998 Toyota 4runner 3.4 V6 GAS
Disassemble
Snap Ring Type
This procedure describes a driveline equipped with cardan joint in tube yoke. Driveline equipped with companion/slip yoke repeat steps to remove remaining cardan joint.
- Place driveshaft on suitable workbench. Do not damage driveshaft when servicing on workbench. Ensure driveline and components are reference marked to prevent driveline imbalance. Do not tighten driveshaft too tightly in a vise because this will cause driveline to become out of balance and result in driveline vibration.
- Tap outside of bearing cap with a drift to loosen snap ring.
- ...
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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR Toyota 4runner AUTOMOBILES
Description, component locations, reset procedures, relearn procedures, diagnosis and testing, wiring diagrams, component replacement, and identification of vehicles equipped and not equipped with tire pressure monitoring system for most domestic and imported Toyota 4runner cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.
Diagnosis & Testing -> Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Clearing DTCs (Diagnostic Trouble Codes) -> Diagnostic Trouble Code Identification -> Reset Switch Test -> Using Scan Tool -> Using TPMS Warning Lamp
Vehicle: 2006 Toyota 4runner SR5 4.7 V8 GAS
Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes
Using TPMS Warning Lamp
- Place the ignition switch in the Off position.
- Using Toyota SST or other suitable jumper, connect terminals TC and CG of DLC3. The DLC3 is located under the left side of the instrument panel, Fig. .
- Place the ignition switch in the On position.
- Read and note DTCs indicated by flashes of the TPMS warning lamp, Fig. .
- If the TPMS warning lamp blinks in .25 second intervals, a normal condition is indicated, Fig. .
- If the TPMS warning lamp blinks in .5 second intervals followed by a 1.5 second pause, then additional .5 second i...
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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Toyota 4runner AUTOMOBILES
Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Toyota 4runner cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2006 Toyota 4runner Limited 4.7 V8 GAS
- Disconnect battery ground cable.
- Raise vehicle on suitable lift.
- Remove clips and radiator upper support seal.
- Rotate or lift belt tensioner arm counterclockwise using a suitable tool to relieve tension from drive belt.
- Remove drive belt.
- Separate oil cooler hoses from fan shroud.
- Remove bolts and separate fan shroud from radiator.
- Remove nuts and separate fan with fluid coupling from engine.
- Remove fan shroud and fan with fluid coupling from vehicle at same time.
- Disconnect vacuum hose.
- Remove nut and bolts securing power steering pump assembly. Do not disconnect power st...
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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Toyota 4runner AUTOMOBILES
Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Toyota 4runner cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. as equipped to the current model year.
Cabin Air Filter Service -> Toyota -> 2003-09 4Runner
Vehicle: 2005 Toyota 4runner Sport 4.7 V8 GAS
On 2003 models, under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be replaced every 22,500 miles. In dusty areas change the cabin air filter every 10,000 miles.
On 2004-09 models, the cabin air filter should be replaced every 36 months or 30,000 miles. The filter should be replaced more often if air flow is less than normal.
- Open the glove compartment door.
- Remove the screw retaining the damper rod to the righthand side of the glove compartment door, then detach the damper rod, Fig. .
- Push inward at each side of the glove compartment door to disengage the retainers, then...
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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR Toyota 4runner AUTOMOBILES
Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Toyota 4runner cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
Toyota -> Low Coolant Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2005 Toyota 4runner SR5 4.0 V6 GAS
This lamp will be illuminated when the coolant level in the radiator drops below a pre-determined point. To reset the lamp, bring the c...
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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Toyota 4runner AUTOMOBILES
Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Toyota 4runner cars and light trucks from 1990+
Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 Toyota 4runner SR5 4.7 V8 GAS
- Drain engine coolant from radiator using a suitable container.
- Remove engine cover subassembly.
- Remove upper radiator support and seal.
- Disconnect reserve tank hose from radiator.
- Remove reserve tank bolts, then remove reserve tank assembly.
- Disconnect radiator hose No. 1 from radiator.
- On models with automatic transmission, disconnect ...
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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Toyota 4runner AUTOMOBILES
Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Toyota 4runner cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2000 Toyota 4runner 3.4 V6 GAS
- Raise and support vehicle.
- Remove power steering pump drive belt.
- Remove engine under cover.
- Loosen idle pulley lock nut.
- Loosen drive belt tensi...
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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR Toyota 4runner AUTOMOBILES
Component location diagrams for most Toyota 4runner cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
Seat Heater Components Diagram for 2005 Toyota 4runner SR5 4.0 V6 GAS Components on diagram: |
Grounds & Harness To Harness Connector Locations (Body) Diagram for 1994 Toyota 4runner SR5 3.0 V6 GAS Components on diagram: |
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WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Toyota 4runner AUTOMOBILES
OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most Toyota 4runner cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.
2000 Toyota 4runner 3.4 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram Components on diagram: |
1991 Toyota 4runner SR5 2.4 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram Components on diagram: |
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Toyota 4runner AUTOMOBILES
OEM TSB listings for most Toyota 4runner cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.
Document: SUSP - SERV SPECS/BALL JOINT TORQUE - S/M CORRECTION Vehicle: 1992 Toyota 4runner SR5 3.0 V6 GAS Auto Systems: |
Document: ECU FLASH REPROGRAMMING ERROR MESSAGE - REVISED Vehicle: 2001 Toyota 4runner 3.4 V6 GAS Auto Systems: |
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COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Toyota 4runner AUTOMOBILES
BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most Toyota 4runner cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.
- Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
- Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
- Minimum brake lining thickness.
- Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs
A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most Toyota 4runner cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.
- Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap
COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules
QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most Toyota 4runner cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.
- Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
- Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
- Final drive fill & drain plug torques
- Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
- Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
- Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
- Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
- Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
- Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
- Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
- Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
- Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most Toyota 4runner cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+
- Airflow sensor electrical specifications
- Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
- Barometric pressure sensor specs
- Battery group number and cranking performance
- Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
- Engine compression pressures
- Coolant temperature sensor specs
- Computer advance.
- Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
- Distributor advance specifications
- Ignition pickup coil resistance
- Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
- Engine fastener torque values
- Firing order diagrams
- Fuel system pressures
- Generator (alternator) specs
- Intake air temperature sensor specs
- Ignition coil specifications
- Fuel injector resistance
- Engine idle speeds
- Knock sensor resistance
- Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
- Mixture control solenoid resistance
- Voltage regulator specs
- Spark plug applications & gaps
- Starter motor electrical specs.
- Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
- Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
- Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
- Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
- Throttle position sensor specs
- Vacuum sensor valve specs
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