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Took it to the dealer and they found the problem. They told me they didn't stock the part because the truck is so new. That took an extra day. Part came in the belt was replaced.
Have driven the truck about 185 miles and the squeak is back.
Was told to bring the car in It's probably a belt tentioner bearing.
Was told if it is they will have to find out which one it is (of the 4). And order the part, of which will take a day.
Is this the case on new 2003 4Runners.
Stock not on hand, order the warranty part, get your car in 2 days?
Any help or input
SV
Toyota 4Runner 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003 (fits models with factory windshield mounted mirror only)
The mirror came in a Genuine Toyota Parts box:
Description: Mirror, EC, RR View
Part no: PT374-0C020
The dealership wanted a fortune for this add on...
SEE SITE FOR OTHER TOYOTA APPLICATIONS.
These are JUST the mirror WITHOUT the compass or maplights. Was an easy two wire hookup. Mine arrived today and it took me 10 mins to install in my 2003 4Runner SR5. (I grounded at the bolt at base of the dash, and plugged hot side into accessory fuse) See this URL if you're interested in this steal of a deal for an auto dimming mirror:
http://www.brandsport.com/toy-pt374-0c020.html
I was able to find a 2" ball with a 1-1/4" diameter shank locally. If you can't do that, here's an online source:
http://www.etrailerpart.com/hitchballs.htm
Only the drawbar is rated to pull 10,000 pounds. The hitch receiver delivered so far on '03 'Runners has been a standard Class 4 model, which is only rated for 5,000 lbs. Toyota has announced they're upgrading hitch receivers on currently-built models to yield a tow capacity of 7,300 lbs (V8 2WD) or 7,000 lbs (V8, 4WD).
-Karl
By the way, I towed the pop-up about 1,000 miles week before last. The runner did great. My only complaint is that even small rolling hills in Kansas caused the 5 speed transmission to drop out of OD frequently, so I drove a lot with OD off to keep the tranny from hunting back and forth. Seems like with that much torque it would be able to pull the small hills in OD (for that matter, the Runner drops out of OD more often than I'd like even when not towing a trailer). My recollection is that my V6 Highlander towing the same trailer did not drop out of OD as much. In all other respects, though, the Runner is much more capable as a tow vehicle than the Highlander was. I'm leaving for a 3,000 mile trip through the Rockies on Saturday. We'll see how the Runner tows over the high mountain passes!
DO I GET A GOOD PRICE?? highly appreatiated if you guys help me.. thanks
lasak
Just roll down the rear (tailgate) window and the right rear window. Then, after driving for a while without strong acceleration, find a place where you can stop and then use heavy acceleration for a few seconds. If your experience is like mine, you'll get a few seconds of the smell in mild to moderate intensity.
So it seems that heavy acceleration (and presumably the rich fuel mixture that goes along with it) can mobilize sulfur compounds that gradually accumulate in the cat converters. This doesn't explain why some V8s do it almost constantly, though.
BTW, most recent MPG at fill-up was 20.2 in mixed driving. I found in my previous car that the filling of the tank was less consistent after I stopped "topping off" and so I think these MPG numbers may bounce around for that reason, among others. But it is one more data point for those who care.
Also BTW, these things sure seem to have plenty of power. I was going uphill and didn't use full throttle, and I still could only accelerate hard for a few seconds before reaching a speed where I had to back off. Nice!
Thanks ddw5 at least I don't feel like I'm the only one. It's not hurting the motor, is it? Can they change it in a day?
Thats the deal though. I want a loaner if it takes two days in the shop. Ex warranty would have given me that.
If they need my car for that extra day should I rent a car and hope they reimburse me? Can't be without a car.
Eric
Also with regards to the double decker cargo system this is something that you can always purchase later on if you should so desire - the only advantage is that you may get a better deal on it at the time of purchase. I think it's kinda cool but not sure how functional it really is......
other options I'd consider are the factory roof rack (handy for skiing and camping) and running boards - they cost about the same as after market and resale value will be higher with the factory stuff. These may not be as important to you ?
Thanks,
Morry
Actually, that's not what I said. I said I paid close attention to the tach and would manually disengage OD if the truck was running with the torque converter unlocked for a long time. I used one minute as the standard for when I needed to disengage OD.
Most of my towing was done with OD engaged, but using the precaution I've outlined above. It may well be that you can safely tow in OD without doing the manual downshift I did. However, Toyota recommends disengaging OD when towing. I found that cost about 1.5 mpg, so went to the manual shifting routine.
-Karl
I've got one on my 4Runner and I can't figure out how to get it out without cutting carpet (which, of course, I won't do)!
I've never used it, I can't imagine using it. It's about as useful as nipples on men.
I just wish that I could remove it and store it somewhere.
JUST GOT A CALL BACK (APROX. 3HRS)
WAS TOLD THAT THERE IS NOTHING THEY CAN DO AT THIS TIME.
THEY CALLED TOYOTA AND WERE TOLD TOYOTA IS AWARE OF THE PROBLEM...
I WAS TOLD I SHOULD HERE SOMETHING FROM THEM WITHIN 30 DAYS OR SO...WHAT EVER THAT MEANS. TRY AND LIVE WITH THE NOISE FOR A LITTLE WHILE.
WERE THEY JOKING? NOTHING THEY CAN DO? HAS TOYOTA EVER DROPPED THE BALL LIKE THIS, OR DO I NEED TO GO TO ANOTHER DEALERSHIP.
MY WIFE NOW WANTS TO RETURN THE CAR TO ORIGINAL DEALERSHIP UNDER THE PRETENSE THEY KNEW ABOUT THE PROBLEM AND SOLD US THE CAR ANYWAY.
WHATS THE LEMON LAW IF ANYONE KNOWS
just have a question to see if maybe someone could help me with....
im looking to purchase a chrome exhaust tip for my 4runner, 03 and was wondering what size i will need, all the dimensions.
for anyone interested, theres a huge selection on truckaddons.com, i just need help on what size i need! thanks guys
So, PLEASE! if anyone across the country sees any of these,(can tell by the hood scoop),post it and include state where seen. I would like a heads up and am ready to buy as soon as one backs off the trailer at my favorite dealer, Thanks!!!
-jon
THX
Steve, Host
I guess Toyota doesn't want me rush into this decision.
Are the vanity mirror equipped sun visors as thick as the ones I have ? Mine are about 3/8 inch thick. They are the fattest sun visors I've ever seen. Are the vanity mirrors lighted ?
My wife has commented about the lack of a vanity mirror. I'll get them for her. I assume only the passenger side gets a vanity mirror.
I read your post about your experience with your build order from Carson. I put my order in with Carson two weeks ago. You said you got yours in 3 months. They are telling me it will be 4. Did they tell you the same? Is 4 a conservative estimate?
So far I have been very impressed with the people there. They seem to know how to do a build order. Like you, I've been told the deal with be $500 over invoice. But they have said they can't give me an exact $ number until the truck gets in and they see the invoice. Did you have the same experience? Were there any suprise fees? Any additional advice on the process would be appreciated.
Thanks,
Brian (I'm Jag's Dad)
I think my original estimate was 3-4 months. I definitely got mine early according to the other orders that were put in though. If they told you 4 months, it's probably conservative, but don't think they are trying to trick you in any way. Just remember, they have to deal with certain people that would get upset if carson told them 3 months, and it came in 3.5 months.
As far as pricing is concerned, yes they told me how much over invoice, and gave a best guess of what that would be, but they wouldn't commit to a price until they saw the ACTUAL invoice on the vehicle. For your information, the best guess they gave me was a bit more than the invoice because of toyota's recent rebates/pricing changes. Again remember that in 4 months, invoice price could change, so again, don't think they are trying pull a fast one on you. As far as hidden costs go... no, I didn't have ANY problem with that. When I went to pick up my truck, I went in all ready to kick some butt on hidden costs, but I worried for nothing. The only cost that some consider hidden (but if you asked carson right now, they'd tell you about it, so it isn't really hidden) is the toyota 'advertising' fee or whatever that is called. I didn't consider it hidden, because it has been discussed in here before, and everyone has to pay it.
Any additional advice... hmmm, they were so great and the process was so easy, I guess the only advice I could give you, is... don't be on the 405 anytime close to rush hour! Take the day off, and pick it up about 10:00am, trust me.
Hope that answered your questions,
Jared
HAHAHAHAHAHAHA!!!!!!!!!
(starts laughing hysterically, bangs his head with reckless abandon against the wall, bites a cactus).
Seriously, folks, traffic jams in the states drove me nuts. I would've gladly paid 5-6 cents more per gallon just for them to bulid a functioning public transit system and take half the cars off the road. But it was just wishful thinking. Who would've thought Canadian commies would do such a marvelous job managing traffic flows, at least in every city not called Toronto?
2014 Mini Cooper (stick shift of course), 2016 Camry hybrid, 2009 Outback Sport 5-spd (keeping the stick alive)
1. The clear plastic over the instruments has scratched pretty badly - lots of fine scratches. Yes I used a paper towel before reading in the manual that one should only use a "soft cloth". I have never had a car do this though and have used a paper towel forever. Any clue whether this would be fixed as warranty work? I am not sure I really want someone to take apart the dash in the first place but might if it free.
2) I ordered the non-factory leather (SE Distributors) and am very pleased with it but have a small cut in the backseat. Any idea on whether this should be fixed / replace under warranty? If not, would a leather shope simply stitch it?
thanks
I never towed before, so please excuse me if this is a common knowledge.
Thanks Guys
Michelin LTX A/T is a pretty good tire, or the BF Goodrich all-terrain tire, if you want the real deal. But the look of the tires is less important for the visuals, and unless you really want to go offroad, these tires will cost you in noise, cornering, and treadwear.
2014 Mini Cooper (stick shift of course), 2016 Camry hybrid, 2009 Outback Sport 5-spd (keeping the stick alive)
Second, was the trailer equipped with trailer brakes? I think Toyota's rating for trailers W/O brakes is somewhere around 1500 lbs.
So, Toyota just sent you a letter and said you could have vanity mirrors for free?? Seems strange, I wonder why they would do that.
Thanks.
Anybody know when the Toyota Factory fog lamps will be available to the consumer , for the 2003 4Runner?
Bought a 4X4 a month ago and thought I'd do it myself. Was told by the dealer they are not available, just yet.
I can't imagine anyone designing a trailer to tow a car without including brakes (probably hydraulic "surge" brakes).
The car/trailer combo is just within the manufacturer's tow capacity spec, so I'd not have any great concern about doing it. I towed a 4,000# trailer for C. 25K miles with my '98 4Runner Limited with no problem at all, save for some brake fade coming down a mountainside in Virginia. At 4900#, you won't have any surplus power available and will need to use the gears and keep overdrive locked out, but that's OK.
You might tell 'em you're going to tow an 1800# VW Beetle (G).
-Karl