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tidester, host
Mine now lives in a closet.
With the head rests removed, and the rear seats folded, and with the cargo holder rod removed, there is some real cargo space in the rear.
Go back to Toyota's web site and select Vehicles/SUV/4Runner. Now select Models and Prices, then hit the Interior tab. In the table, you will see that leather seats are standard on the Limited and not an option on SR5 nor SE.
There are aftermarket shops that put leather covers on seats and quite a few dealers will add aftermarket leather to vehicles.
My seats fold down with headrests on.
My cargo cover also resides in the closet!
Thanks
maybe the remote signal is reseted when the battery is taken out and is operating at a different freq. than the car?...please help
The parameters are outside temp, AVG. MPG, Mileage range, and AVG. MPH.
<Does the Toyota system give you an altitude and mph reading?>
Yes, but you weren't discussing altimeters. You were asking about altitude which is most commonly used as an aviation term as opposed to elevation which relates to terrain! :-)
And, yes, a lot of people use altimeters to measure elevation!
tidester, host
*I* wasn't ASKING about altimeters; rather, I was DISCUSSING and describing them. Highlander7 asked about altitude, not me. Furthermore, my exerpted comment reads as follows: "...These relatively inexpensive devices (when properly calibrated) give a good estimate of your elevation or altitude relative to sea level..." Note the word "ELEVATION" here. (I included the word "altitude" because these devices are called "altimeters" and not "elevometers".) So there, smartypants!
tidester, host
Thank you both for your responses, you have answered one of my questions. This is a great forum, you will get your answer and often share humor with all.
Altitude, Height, Depth, Elevation, Rise, Height above Sea Level, Height above the ground, Loftiness ... just need to use the right choice of words.
Both Garmin's Streetpilot III and eTrex Summit use the GPS 3D technology to give you an altitude reading. This would be a great option (elevation) for the folks that have the need for this. I have the type that uses barometric pressure, needs frequent calibration.
And yes, I use this from the beach to the mountains. And in places like New Orleans and Death Valley you will get that DEPTH reading, below sea level.
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INFO FROM GARMIN'S SITE:
A GPS receiver must be locked on to the signal of at least three satellites to calculate a 2D position (latitude and longitude) and track movement. With four or more satellites in view, the receiver can determine the user's 3D position (latitude, longitude and altitude). Once the user's position has been determined, the GPS unit can calculate other information, such as speed, bearing, track, trip distance, distance to destination, sunrise and sunset time and more.
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My other question. Has anyone seen or used the backup camera?
thanks....
Sincerely,
Smartypants
I understand and really do appreciate your response, you answered my question. And thank you for the humor, it livens up the forum from time to time.
When I asked this question to the salesperson and then the manager at my local Toyota dealership they had no idea of what I was asking. They probably thought to themselves why would anyone want this feature.
Kheintz1,
Your contributions to this forum are excellent. Appreciate the input that this would be worthwhile using the GPS technology. I'm sure some folks would like other values like barometric pressure, relative humidity, dew point and severe weather alerts to be displayed on the GPS monitor. Maybe the next generation of these devices will offer more options. Of course watching the (in motion) radar of an approaching severe thunderstorm would be one more distraction the driver does not need. But I would like it!!
Thanks
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Pricing for 2003: SR5:
2003 Toyota 4Runner SR5 Sport Utility 4D
Remote and Programming
List Price: $54.00
Dealership Price: $190.00*
You Save: $136.00 (72% off!)
For replacement transponder keys:
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A search for 2003 SR5 yielded the following prices:
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Unit Price: $39.99
Total Price: $39.99
Please choose a service level for your key.
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I would like a local Street Keys Affiliate to cut and activate my keys at my residence, place of business or any other location of my choosing. I understand that an existing key is required as a template for cutting my key blank(s).
Key Total Price: $39.99
Activation Service: $39.99
House Call Service: $45.00
Total Cost: $124.98
Basic Service
I would like a local Street Keys Affiliate to cut and activate my keys at the Affiliate’s place of business. I understand that an existing key is required as a template for cutting my key blank(s).
Key Total Price: $39.99
Activation Service: $39.99
House Call Service: $0.00
Total Cost: $79.98
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I would NOT like to purchase the key cutting and activation services of a local Street Keys Affiliate. I understand that the key blank will not operate the vehicle until it is cut and activated.
Key Total Price: $39.99
Activation Service: $0.00
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"...Whats the best combo for a non show car like 4runner? Can you apply Z2 by itself and get good results..?" This is a very good question, and although I'm certainly no expert here, I would offer the following thoughts (in addition to those I've recently posted at this forum, regarding my experiences with Zaino products.)...
I believe that Zaino products were originally conceived and painstakingly developed with an eye towards the demands of "show car" enthusiasts, but these products have subsequently been recognized as the gold standard among a growing and ever wider variety of car, truck, SUV, motorcycle (etc.) owners/enthusiasts who, who simply want the best finish protection combined with a lustrous, gorgeous finish for their vehicles, regardless of whether those vehicles are "everyday" rides on the one hand, or exotic show pieces on the other hand. Either way, these are phenomenal products, and by the way, I have no special interest in these products other than being a very satisfied and amazed consumer.
"...Can you apply Z2 by itself and get good results? Or do you have to prep with...?" My suggestion here would be that whether you decide to use ZFX or not, you should still follow Zaino's web site recommendations for whichever path you select (e.g., using ZFX or not). For a new vehicle that has not had any "waxes", or "protection packages" or other gunk applied to the finish (and if the finish is otherwise pristine) then first wash/rinse/dry with Zaino
Z-7 wash, and then proceed as follows: 1) Unless there is a really compelling reason to use the "clay bar", forget about this step; 2) Apply Z-1 Polish Lok according to the directions, and allow to dry to a faint haze as directed. (Of course, the good news here is that you should NOT wipe-off Z-1, so quit moaning and belly-aching, will ya?!) Z-1 is said to greatly help to prep. and facilitate bonding of the subsequent Zaino polishes to the underlying vehicle finish, so skipping the Z-1 step is probably not a good idea; 3) Using Z-6 Gloss Enhancer Spray to keep your applicator moist throughout the detailing process (not sure whether this is needed when using ZFX), you might next proceed to applying/wiping-off a coat of Z-5 for filling-in any minor and often inevitable clear-coat defects, or you can skip Z-5 and proceed to applying/wiping off Z-2 (for clear-coated finishes if applicable.); 4) Regardless of whether you choose to use Z-5 as a first polish step, I have found that *two* successive applications of Z-2 is a good idea if you want better protection and luster; if you're feeling really energetic (I'm not), then go for three or more coats of Z-2, but unless you're living next to a steel mill or other source of heavy acid rain or other nasties, two coats of Z-2 should be fine; 5) Apply Z-16 Tire Gloss, Z-10 Leather conditioner, Z-9 Leather Cleaner, and any other Zaino products that interest you, as indicated and needed; 6) As always, take your time, follow directions, have fun, and enjoy your results.
We have a magnificent truck here, as well as a fine discussion forum.
Any advice? Is the sulfur really more problematic with the 8? Thanks.
Tangman
2. I really don't like remote keyless entry, although I am sure I am in the minority. I am used to just locking my Z the "old way" and every time I drive my mother's Camry with remote keyless entry, I end up creating a nightmare. My question is this...with the new 4-Runner, does one have the option to just lock the remote up somewhere and just rely on the door locks and key to lock/unlock the vehicle?
I've not signed any papers yet, so I'm not sure what the dealer will promise, but I think it will be around 4 months. But I've already been warned it could take 6 and even maybe 2. I was told that, maybe, if I got a V8 it might come faster, as apparently not so long ago someone got a Sport V8 with side air bags accepted from my area (Central Atlantic). Not sure about the logic there, either.
As for the problem with the remote going brain dead after a battery change, one might try just pressing the lock or unlock button a bunch of times in sequence after the battery change, when near the vehicle. It's rather tedious to explain in any detail here (people have got to be dreading my too-long posts by now!), but the remote has probably started its pseudorandom sequence in a different spot and it will take a number of samples for the vehicle's immobilizer computer to recognize it. I don't think these remote transmitters actually have a memory that needs to be reset, but I could be wrong. It's possible that the transmitter itself has gone bad, and that the battery isn't actually dead.
As for the Zaino application and ZFX or the polish lock, I've heard from several sources that you do actually need to use one of them, along with the Z2. Otherwise the Z2 just won't cure. These aren't traditional waxes, where a solvent evaporates and leaves the wax compound behind. They seem a little more like epoxy, where you need something to facilitate a chemical reaction. I like the ZFX because it's really easy to mix and to apply, and cures quickly and reliably. You've got hours and hours to use the mixture before it cures in the bottle, and you only mix up 2-3 oz. each time (to do the entire vehicle with 1-2 coats) so you're not throwing any real $ away if you toss part of an oz. of mixture.
Lots more here:
Zaino Car Polishes/Products--Your Experiences (Part 2)
and for the rest of us:
Store Bought Waxes Part II (No Zaino Posts)
Steve, Host
-jon
In nut shell, Best SUV, lots of standard feauters, definatly in love with it.
My seats fold down with headrests on.
It depends on how far back the front seats are. I have mine all the way back.
Ok, it was 30-some years ago ;-)
Now just pass that sack of smoked crawdads over this way.
Steve, Host
Thank you
Anybody here have any experience w/ an Optima Yellow Top battery in their ’03 4runners? I have an existing aftermarket audio system and planning to upgrade to a video system soon. A deepcycle battery (Optima) was recommended to me. Called Optima and was told they don’t offer any batteries for the ’03 4runners and only a Red top for the ‘02’s (34R 8003-151). Do you know if putting the battery in anyway will damage my system and truck? I’m even open to other brands, but I was told Optima deep cycle is king of the hill. Thanks in advance.
Jeff
I'm having the same problem, but more frequently than you (happens 50% of the time I brake). Actually, earlier today I posted on the 4Runner: Problems & Solutions board about my experience at the dealer.
Basically the mechanic, whom I don't have confidence in, told me the vibration is the result of the hydraulic system re-pressurizing the brake lines. He says that when brakes are applied, the lines de-pressurize. While this explanation sounds plausible, I don't think it is supposed to happen this frequently.
Page 250 of the manual says "You may hear a sound in the engine compartment after the engine is started or the brake pedal is depressed repeatedly. This is a pump pulsating sound of the brake system, and it is not a malfunction". They don't mention the vibration, but I'm 99% sure this sound accompanies the buzz we are feeling. This seems to make sense - when the car starts or when the brake lines are totally de-pressurized, the hydraulic kicks in. The frequency at which it occurs with our vehicles can't be normal.
Oscar did very well in having his dealer replace the master cylinder. I think it may be difficult to convince my mechanic to do the same thing.
I brought my truck to a second dealer and I'll report the results tomorrow.
I agree with klaudnyc that having this happen all the time seems abnormal. It may be that it's always done it, and it's either a motor getting noisier or not having the A/C on makes it more prominent. Whatever it is I'll point it out at the next sevice.
Yes, the small speakers are tweeters. The front doors and the back doors both have 6 1/2's. I'm not sure what is mounted in the dash or the back mirrors. The sub is a 10 inch.
With that in mind, you could really put a tremendous aftermarket stereo in there. Since you have separate tweeter spots, you could put in high-end component speakers (MBQuart, JL, Eclipse), not to mention that you already have a spot for the center channel speaker and a sub. I would call a local audio shop for the exact sizes (they can just look it up on a computer system they use). Don't call best buy, circuit city, or the good guys.. call a real shop. You certainly don't have to go high end, but getting advice from a good shop is well worth the free phone call. If you don't have a local one, and you don't mind calling long distance, give California Soundworks a call (I've used them many times) and just ask for the correct sizes, they should know (661) 945-0971.
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Sunroof rattle: Turns out the rattle is coming from the headliner behind the sunroof and not the sunroof itself. For good measure, they will perform both TSBs (headliner + sunroof) to ensure no noise will be heard again.
Brake vibration: As I expected, this was trickier to diagnose. The rep never heard of this problem with Toyota SUVs. He took it for a test drive and felt the vibration. But their computer didn’t recognize any problems (nor does my truck’s computer) and the truck is running perfectly according to their overall diagnosis. He spoke to some area mechanics and got mixed opinions. Some said it’s simply the boost and normal, others said it’s abnormal. The next step he’s taking is calling the Toyota Field Service Technician to check it out. Unfortunately I can’t walk in there with a message from this discussion board and ask them to replace my master cylinder. I’m afraid they may think of that as a last resort because of the price ($1100) and complexity.
Oscar, any chance you could provide me with the name of the dealership and/or service rep that repaired your truck? I think it would help tremendously if my rep were able to hear firsthand from someone who already corrected this problem.