Are all 3rd Gen 4runners 4wd?
The 4wd t-cases in the 3rd gen 4runners varied through the years and trim models as well. ALL 4runners are 2wd vehicles (rear wheel drive) until some form of 4wd is engaged. -Let’s start with base, SR5, and Highlander trim models. The transfer case remained the same for these models from 1996 to 2000.
What is the SR5 package on a Toyota 4Runner?
The SR5 is the base trim for the 2020 4Runner. It has cloth upholstery and an eight-way power-adjustable driver’s seat. The steering wheel is leather wrapped.
What kind of engine does a Toyota 4Runner have?
This how-to covers all 3rd generation Toyota 4Runners from 1996 to 2002 equipped with the V6 motor and automatic transmission, whether 2WD or 4WD. Four cylinder trucks are slightly different.
How do you replace the starter on a Toyota 4Runner?
Replace the cable bolt and boot cover. Reinstall the transmission fluid dipstick, and brake line with your 12mm ratchet or wrench. Put the intake tube back in place up top. Replace the splash guard, re-mount your wheel and snug the lugs before dropping the truck. Once on the ground, tighten and torque the lugs.
Why is my Toyota 4Runner not turning over?
If you can’t get your 4Runner to turn over, or it cranks very slowly, it could be a bad starter. If the battery tests good, and all the wiring looks good, the next logical cause is the starter itself. It’s also a possibility that the starter could still be good, but it may just need a good cleaning.
How do you jack up a Toyota 4Runner?
Loosen the lugs on your passenger side wheel before you jack up your truck. Use a hydraulic floor jack to lift your truck and place on jack stands in the approved locations. Figure 1. 4Runner jacking and jack stand points. Figure 1. Always use the approved jacking points to lift your 4Runner. Always use jack stands when working under your truck.