2010-2020 Toyota 4Runner buying guide

Anything about howling noise when driving 60mph?

I am having trouble finding weather stripping for the back door.

When testing 4WD, how will know that the 4WD is not working, because I guess the car will continue to work even if the 4WD has an issue. Is there a light indicator, a sign?

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What is the best way to to do my coolant flush in this truck I own a 2011 limited ?

May the Lord bless you too, my friend!

You list all the problems that can hap o en on a 4 runner. Thought theses trucks were never in the shop.

Looking into getting a 2013 trail Tom….. what could I look for????

Hi!! Such informative videos!! Much appreciation! I am looking to buy a 2018 Toyota 4Runner SR5 Premium that is Silver Certified at a Toyota dealer here in Wisconsin. Should I still be concerned about the frame and the 4WD lock-up issues? I have not looked at the frame and I did not test the 4WD... this is probably a silly question. I should just have them show me & see for myself. I'm a woman prospective buyer and kind of nervous about asking the dealer after being silver certified.

I love the eye roll on the mention of "laser cruise control"....I'm with you! Nice feature but one that's probably not needed.

You are the best!

Just bought a 2024 SR5 premium had 6 miles on the clock.
Also have a 2009 Tacoma 4x4 5speed manual. Everyone wants to buy it but it’s not for sale.

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Thank you for reminding me about the differential actuator- I went out and put it in 4 hi for a little bit and everything worked fine. I have to take mine apart to reseal the timing chain cover

No reason for rear diff to go out every two years. If that was what he was saying.

Ok, you convinced me.

I know people will bash me but after my 97 with 315k+ miles on it got totaled I was in the market for a newer one. I loved the flat face of my 97 and not really a fan of the face on the second gen and the face of the 14+ so I knew I wanted a 10-13 model. Since I don't go serious off road I got me a 2011 2WD SR5 mode with a very good used price with lower miles. Very basic but I like the old school interior and radio. I wanted as much basic system I could get. Its lifted with 2.5 inches and with 33s and wheels but that is all. Its mainly for looks, I get it, but I really liked that look of the old school 4Runner. Very good video! I was curious there was nothing on the 2WD version on this video? @TheCarCareNut

What a TERRIFIC, HONEST video! You have a GIFT for doing these! I have one QUESTION: I ran it several times, but could not understand>>Are you suggesting transmission fluid change every 60K miles? I had an '05 SR5 with 225K. Sierra Toyota in Sierra Vista, AZ was willing to flush it. They said fluid was as ink. But as they flushed, it came clean! Drives perfect! Now has 338K and 4.0 engine has never been open! 5000 oil change with Mobil 1 5W-30. Never burns oil>>Gifted it to my Grandson. Thank YOU & God Richly Bless You, Sir! Dave in salt-free ARIZONA>>Come visit>>I will take you to the Grand Canyon in my 2019 4Runner Limited with 95K miles! REALLY!

Thinking of buying a 2014 4runner Limited - what kind of fuel economy can i expect? I've heard 10MPG? Thank you all

Do you suggest buying a salvage title

I really need a peace of mind, my just purchased 4Runner 2021 32500 miles on the odometer, rattle at star and get a little better when warm up.
Beautiful community of Toyota and 4Runners, any help or tip/advice, something. Thanks in advance

Hey, just FYI but the brakes aren't bad, you're Probably using the wrong parts...

oem is good, but you HAVE to buy the original red pads (front) & blue pads (rear) -- the budget line "AZ" pads or whatever don't last.

Next is rotors, oem brembo is fine, but I strongly recommend DBA 4x4 survival rotors & having a good machine shop turn them with every new set of pads. Combined with Hawk HPS pads (not "5.0"), this is the only car I've ever owned that can repeatedly lock all 4 wheels (kicks ABS into a panic) over and over and over again while doing 70mph on a dry road.

Just don't do that when there's people behind you, plz...

What about Trd súper charge blowers ?

Thanks for the video, just about to buy a 2016, this helps me a great deal.

2 things. I have the limited 2010. Upgrade your whole brake including calipers. Second. Remove the x reas system entirely. It’s a stand alone unit that is connected to your suspension. Upgrade your suspension and ditch this system. One it’s expensive and two it will not show up on your check engine light because it’s a stand alone unit.

Thanks!

I’m currently looking into buying a 4Runner. Should I still stick to 2010-2020 or are the 2021,2022,& 2023 ok to buy. I’m only asking because this video is 3 years old now.

Except the addition of vvt I the SUV Is the same as 2003

2021 SR5 with a ICON 3inch lift. No problems with pre collision.

love this guy

Debating to switch from my 09 rav4 v6 limited to 2013 4runner limited. Only because I need 7 seats. Tell me why I shouldn't switch

Been driving a 4Runner for over 20 years. Rust killed my first 4runner at 220k miles, and I also had the 4WD seize up. I have since fixed these issues on my second 4runner. Best vehicle I’ve ever owned.

You and Scott Kilmer are killing the game

Where is your shop I would like to bring my mom's cars to you to give it a look over

Still great stuff, looking to upgrade from a very nice 2014 honda crv to a 5th gen 4runner to get better towing. Previously used 2000 honda odyssey with 350k miles (560k km) but it got totalled recently.

Car care nut - the front differential needle bearing issue persists into 2024 models. There is no updated needle bearing part that fixes the front differential growl issue

One of the codes I typed is incorrect: C1204A (not C-204kA)

Re watched this video. I had a 2020 GMC Sierra 1500 AT4. Had one side of my engine destroyed due to bad lifters. Only 46000 miles. Under powertrain warranty, but would have cost me 8000 if I had to pay for it. GMC only fixed one side. They used the same defective parts to fix it (the problem is with the spring loaded Active Fuel Management Lifters (AFM)). Did not address the other side. I didn't trust it for long trips anymore. I sold it to "revert" to old school, reliable Toyota 4runner. Don't want AFM, don't want fancy, I want something that can take me anywhere and be reliable. Nothing is perfect, but thank you so much for your maintenance advice. I hope to have m 2024 TRD ORP 4runner for many years.

Just bought our 5th gen 4runner. 2024 TRD ORP. Hopefully, will last 500k

I'm in the Chicagoland area and just found a 2010 4Runner 4x4 part time, auto, 176k miles for my Darling Kate. Cost $13k plus taxes etc. It came from the Boston area till this fall where it ended up in Melrose Park, IL. Very good condition, frame is solid, 4x4 works perfectly. It's a bit of a transition for her, as her last car was a Chrysler minivan, though most of her vehicles previous have been full size Dodge vans. BTW, my current machine is a 1997 Toyota Tacoma 4x4 manual trans that is in pretty good shape for its years, currently at 192k miles. Frame is still solid. Great machines.

Personally I think the 4th generation 4 runner is a better built vehicle, even a Toyota mechanic specialist told me the newer gens have issues

Would you recommend the POWER brake upgrade? I mean the POWER brand of braking system... which is more power and better service use??

WHICH IS BETTER--- ALL TIME 4WD or PART TIME 4WD??? I heard you talk about it- but WHICH IS BEST? Will the FT 4wd use more fuel???

I love these-- they're small enough to be easy for me to handle (even with ONE eye).. .and big enough for me to haul things I need- including a couple of passengers sometime.. and for offroad, on road and traffic driving. The mileage ai'nt that good-- MPG I mean-- but 18 or so ain't all THAT bad- and I won't be driving that much anyway... Plus most of the maintenance I can do- or afford to get done. And I love the look of most of them..

What about coating the new connecters etc with liquid rubber? (to protect from future corrosion, etc.).

QUESTION-- WHAT mods are GOOD for the vehicle and what MODS will HARM the vehicle or possibly damage it? I think pretty much STOCK would be best for me- but some look good.

THANK YOU--- I was looking at new cars- CX-50 and CX-30 mazda- BUT I think now I might prefer to have a GOOD used 4 runner.. so this guide is just what I need- and I VALUE your opinions...