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Re: 2001 Toyota 4Runner Trany Problems [4runner12]
Written by: fox_b on Feb 13, 2012 6:23:27 PM
You say it went out. What does that mean? Have you had it diagnosed? Is it just low on fluid or is the battery old and the tranny is not getting enough juice? Have you had it serviced regularly? All of these things will affect it. On keeping your truck, how valuable is the truck to you? Have you babed it or is it just another vehicle to you? I baby ... Read More
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2001 4Runner Trany problem
Written by: 4runner12 on Feb 13, 2012 12:17:11 PM
I have a 2001 toyota 4runner. I bought the car in 2003 and have babied it. I love it. The transmission has gone out. The mechanic has quoted me $2000 for a used or $3200 for rebuilt factory. Just wondered if you have any advice. Im not sure if I should invest the money or get a new car....
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Re: 2003 4Runner Transmission Problem [ccarrollma]
Written by: 4runner12 on Feb 13, 2012 11:01:46 AM
I have a 2001 toyota 4runner. I bought the car in 2003 and have babied it. I love it. The transmission has gone out. The mechanic has quoted me $2000 for a used or $3200 for rebuilt factory. Just wondered if you have any advice. Im not sure if I should invest the money or get a new car....
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2001 Toyota 4Runner Trany Problems
Written by: 4runner12 on Feb 13, 2012 10:59:11 AM
HELP! I saw your post on the Edmunds forum. I have a 2001 toyota 4runner and the transmission has gone out. The mechanic has quoted me $2000 for a used or $3200 for rebuilt factory. Just wondered if you have any advice. Im not sure if I should invest the money or get a new car....
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Re: 4 Runner transmission problem [timlee]
Written by: 4runner12 on Feb 13, 2012 10:57:44 AM
I saw your post on the Edmunds forum. I have a 2001 toyota 4runner and the transmission has gone out. The mechanic has quoted me $2000 for a used or $3200 for rebuilt factory. Just wondered if you have any advice. Im not sure if I should invest the money or get a new car.... Thanks,
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Re: Bought a Toyota certified 2001 4Runner - Questions [chuck1]
Written by: steve_ on Jan 14, 2006 5:25:10 PM
Well, most of the iTunes stuff is paid for it sounds like (or is free to download, like our automotive videos). But don't ask me - I don't own a home stereo or a car CD player and just listen to Shoutcast.com or the FM radio. ;-) Steve, Host
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Re: Bought a Toyota certified 2001 4Runner - Questions [steve_]
Written by: chuck1 on Jan 14, 2006 4:15:17 PM
"archival copies of media and use the copies in your car CD (risk of theft of the $18 CD comes to mind)." I see your point Steve, the only thing is I don't know anybody under 40 that "buys" music anymore.
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Re: Bought a Toyota certified 2001 4Runner - Questions [chuck1]
Written by: steve_ on Jan 14, 2006 12:45:07 PM
I think you may be assuming too much - there's lots of reasons to make archival copies of media and use the copies in your car CD (risk of theft of the $18 CD comes to mind). Why do my CD-R audio discs work in my computer but not in my car or home audio player? (Media Sciences) Steve, Host
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Re: Bought a Toyota certified 2001 4Runner - Questions [beerad]
Written by: chuck1 on Jan 14, 2006 12:05:47 PM
"The CD on the radio won't play CDs that you record? Can this radio be replaced easily? Can you get a radio w/ CD" This is not uncommon. For one thing CD's you buy at Walmart, Target, etc. (that you "burn" with your computer) are thinner than commercial CDs. So most car radios/CD players have problems with them. This is such a small issue I woud not worry about it. If ... Read More
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Bought a Toyota certified 2001 4Runner - Questions
Written by: beerad on Jan 13, 2006 7:15:14 PM
I recently purchased a certified 2001 SR5 4Runner 2WD from the dealer. It has 71K and came with the pwertrain warranty out to 100K. I added the bumper to bumper addon, Platinum warranty. Nice car, no dings, no damages, looks brand new with great silver paint and silver-gray interior. Question - The CD on the radio won't play CDs that you record? Can this radio be replaced easily? Can you get ... Read More
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HarryO - regarding Jeep GC
Written by: md4runnerman on Feb 24, 2004 5:16:05 AM
HarryO wrote: "I just bought a 2001 millennium silver 4 Runner limited 4x4. I picked it up on Thursday and have 200 miles on it now. I really think this is a great SUV.I don't have any complaints except maybe the price. The sticker was 38,677.00 with(RH,SR,EJ,CB,C7,AL,GN.)less 4,111.00 (pres.day sale) total 34,566.00. I also bought 6yr 75000 extended platinum warranty for 735.00. I was driving a 99 Jeep Grand Cherokee before ... Read More
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More Insurance
Written by: hlron on Feb 23, 2004 12:19:31 AM
Sung1park, I agree with Steve our host to get some quotes. There are a lot of variables related to car insurance. I do not remember the dollar amount, but I do remember that when I went from a 1997 Honda Accord to a 2001 Toyota Highlander in 2001 there was so little difference in insurance cost that I was surprised. I just (January 31) traded in my 2001 Highlander for a ... Read More
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V6 Pathfinder vs V8 4Runner
Written by: woodyr1 on Feb 15, 2004 5:27:21 PM
I traded a 240 hp Nissan Pathfinder (2001 model) for a V8 4Runner. Although the horsepower is similar, the V8 is much quieter, and runs at less rpm at highway speeds than the Nissan. The V8's torque is better, as the Toyota does not shift down on familiar grades, as did the Nissan. I've had the 4Runner for almost 2 months and like the vehicle. I have the SR5 model that ... Read More
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$49 ElectroChromatic Gentex Auto Dimming Mirror
Written by: bryancos on Jun 11, 2003 5:05:17 PM
For those interested, BrandSport is blowing out electrochromatic auto-dimming rear view mirrors for $49 w/ free shipping that will fit all years of 4runner: 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 ... Read More
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!!! $49 Gentex Electrochromatic Auto Dimming Mirror!!!
Written by: bryancos on Jun 11, 2003 4:50:44 PM
For those interested, BrandSport is blowing outGentex electrochromatic auto-dimming rear view mirrors for $49 w/ free shipping that will fit all years of 4runner: 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 ... Read More
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How Long Morry
Written by: kb28 on Apr 11, 2003 9:20:55 AM
Morry, I see you received an ordered unit. Was it built to order, or just located somewhere. If built, how long did it take? I have ordered a Sport with NAV and have been told up to 12 weeks (another dealer said 6 months). I'm hoping Toyota has resolved a lot of the problems I'm seeing on this board, but some of them don't seem legit. The wind noise for one. ... Read More
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2001 Limited
Written by: beagles3 on Jan 20, 2003 7:23:13 AM
Ainslb`Those two items came in a convenience package, that also I think included the trailer hitch? Funny, Toyota has an option for the rear heater...which I have always seen on the previous vehicles that I have owned (a 95, 99 and 02 4runner). A good thing about the 01's is the addition of the seat heaters..I love mine:)
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Used 4Runner price
Written by: ainslb on Jan 19, 2003 8:09:53 AM
2001 Limited 4Runner 4x4, Toyota certified with 19500 miles. $26,580. Good price? Does the certified aspect of the Toyota really justify the added the value/cost? Any problem I should look for in this model year? Dealer giving 4.94% with 0 down. Thanks,
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creswei; gas tank
Written by: jynewf on Jan 13, 2003 2:50:08 PM
There is a TSB (Technical Service Bulletin) on 2000 4runners regarding faulty sensors and/or fuel gauge assemblies. If you go back a couple of years in the posts (if they still exist) you can probably find the correct TSB #. Otherwise, your toyota service manager should know about it, as it was a fairly common problem on 99-2000 4runners. My 2000 4runner had the same problem, and was fixed under warranty ... Read More
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XREAS Suspension
Written by: tak4x4 on Jan 13, 2003 1:26:36 PM
BackRoadFan, The XREAS was a development between Yamaha and KYB Shocks. I hear ya in terms of the what the cost may be in terms of replacement. But, if they are anything like my Bilsteins on 86,92 and 97 4Runners, they should last a good 150,000 without any problems. My 92 has 197,000 with the Bilstiens from the getgo and still work very well. Regarding the implementation of XREAS, I don't ... Read More
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Timing Belt Fatigue?
Written by: peter78 on Nov 24, 2002 11:36:51 AM
After reading your question, I am a little confused. I am not sure you replaced the timing belt or not. Also I am a little confused about your water pump link and it running higher temperatures. Timing belts do stretch ever so slightly, but usually not enough to mess up the timing. They tend not to stretch, but to break. What usually happens is the engine is running fine until the ... Read More
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'03 4Runner
Written by: nhopper1 on Nov 10, 2002 9:45:08 AM
After road testing a Limited and an SR-5, I agree with many of the aforementioned posts. It's a great driving vehicle. Very different from my current 2000 SR-5 and a lot like the 2001 Sequoia(refined) I traded in after one year on a 2002 Avalon (it was too big for my needs). Positives as compares to the 2000 are smoothness, quietness in most situations, roomier esp. in front seat area, much ... Read More
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Looks and handling
Written by: dawgpak on Nov 4, 2002 3:09:44 PM
Thanks for your pics Kim! Hwy 1 sure makes that cladding look better :-). Although I wish the looks made a better impression on me, I too will be making the plunge soon. Your comments about the 4Runner's handling on HWY1 certainly encourage me to make this decision. I currently have 2 vehicles to sell to raise cash for my new 4Runner - a 2001 Toyota MR2 Spyder and a 2001 ... Read More
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03 limited 4runner test drive
Written by: beercoll1 on Oct 25, 2002 1:08:57 PM
I took a test drive in an 03 4runner today. This runner has the best ride of any past runners. I have owned a 1991, and currently own a 1994 and 2001 4runner. I liked the acceleration, and the smoothness of the gear shifts. If I had not paid attention to the tach, I probably would not have known the tranny was shifting. It has a very solid feel, especially rounding ... Read More
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Price
Written by: peter78 on Oct 23, 2002 7:47:02 AM
Yes I think Cliffy is right. I think the price of $26,335 was for the base 2002 model not the 2003. And yes the price of the Limited was reduced in 2001 by $1500, it may of been 2002 like Cliffy stated, but I thought it was 2001. Anyway I don't think the price has dropped yet. Here is a link to prices on the Toyota site. As you can see ... Read More
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Cliffy (or anyone)...i need your help!
Written by: intmed99 on Oct 22, 2002 2:26:02 PM
My '02 4Runner Ltd. 4wd listed height in the Toyota brochure is 68.5". Here are some strange facts: 1. 2wd model is also 68.5, BUT ground clearance in 4wd is 11.0 vs. 10.2 in 2wd. 2. In "pressroom.toyota.com", the listed height is 67.9" for my '02 4Runner Ltd. 4wd. 3. In 2001, in the brochure, the 4runner Ltd. 4wd has a listed height of 69.3 for 4wd Ltd. and 68.5" for ... Read More
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My Impression
Written by: peter78 on Oct 10, 2002 12:50:55 PM
O.K. after posting the Marietta Toyota link I went down to look at the new 4Runner. It was blue with gray cladding. My first impression was it was much wider. Also the cladding had those dents in it and yes it still looks bad. The running boards are different and looked nice. The door pillar had a black texturized rubber on it and it seem to fit the car. The car ... Read More
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redwhiteblue et al.
Written by: mjohnr99 on Oct 9, 2002 4:24:33 AM
Are we reaching a turning point here, even before it hits the lots?! Like you, I've been reading here and waiting a long time - since DECEMBER 1999! :> Man, back then people were screamin' about when this new Runner would debut. First it was 2001 maybe, then 2002, then 2002.5, and here we are now as a LATE 2003 (V6s still months away!). Like now, everyone back then was praying ... Read More
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Sola
Written by: mjohnr99 on Oct 3, 2002 8:39:46 AM
Thanks. Interesting perspective: "Pricing has not been released, but Toyota promises a better value over the previous version. The 4Runner sold only slightly more than 90,000 units in 2001—a six-year low." OK. " . . . more muscular than the previous-generation. A new front fascia featuring a horizontal grille with wide headlights and large fender flares gives it an aggressive stance. Large taillights and an integrated tow hitch dominate the view ... Read More
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jeffjeff and the 2002 last of the 3rd Gen 4Runner "deals" [Part 1]
Written by: mjohnr99 on Oct 2, 2002 6:47:28 AM
jeffjeff, that handle sounds familiar . . . were you around here in 1999-2000 talking about a possible 3rd Gen??? - like you, I love the 3rd Gen and almost bought a 2000 at one point, but decided to hold out for the redesign due to my own desire for more than 183 HP (especially when the Pathfinder debuted its 2001 redesign with 240 HP). Everything for the last few months ... Read More
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Hey Steve! , thanks for the info!
Written by: vicarouza on May 9, 2002 2:06:56 PM
I'm a little dissapointed that I can't get a Limited V6, but since you say that the DVD NAV (WHICH IS THE MOST IMPORTANT OPTION FOR ME) is included with all Top-of-the-Line Audio systems, maybe I can order a V6 SR5 or Sport?? with LEATHER, HEATED SEATS, JBL/NAV and SIDE CURTAIN AIRBAGS...... and HIDs would be nice (but if that's only a Limited model option, I can live without it).......but then ... Read More
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Seat Mods and 4WD/AWD
Written by: seanreid on Apr 29, 2002 2:32:58 PM
Well, it looks like I have a solution to fitting my tall trunk into a 4Runner with sunroof. A shop in MA that specializes in custom upholstery for one-off cars and the like can reduce the thickness of the lower seat cushion and replace part of the foam with a gel pad which should keep the seat very comfortable. This might be a useful thing for tall 4Runner owners to know ... Read More
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I HAVE SEEN THE 2003 TOYOTA 4RUNNER
Written by: jeffjeff on Apr 25, 2002 9:37:52 PM
Late Thursday night, I was shopping at 24hr grocery store and I happened to go down the magazine aisle, which is something I rarely do. I picked up a magazine by the name of "Trucking" and while glancing through it, I came across a picture of the 2003 4Runner. It was a spy shot that was taken. The truck had black coverings over it to conceal it's identity but you could ... Read More
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Steve_Host reply and thanks cliffy1
Written by: seanreid on Apr 16, 2002 1:57:37 PM
Steve_Host As I mentioned in my reply to your off-list message, my signature is normally part of all my e-mail messages and postings and isn't intended as spam. In fact, I participate in several motorcycle lists as well as a Land Cruiser list and my sig has never even been mentioned. But I will make sure it isn't used here. Back to the topic. Steve/cliffy1, thanks very much for the reply. ... Read More
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Press release...
Written by: rsholland on Dec 30, 2001 8:39:25 AM
on the new Lexus GX 470, which I suspect is the Lexus version of the '03 4Runner. I spoke to a Toyota rep the other day at the Washington DC Auto Show, and he mentioned that the new 4Runner would have the V8 as an option. Bob http://www.lexus.com/about/news/popups/pr_2001/pr_2001_12_17.html
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Reply to 2001 Clicking Sound by 4winns
Written by: fourrunner on Dec 7, 2001 11:50:45 AM
Thank you 4winns. Your note really summarizes the source of the sound. I guess we need to accept that this feature is designed by Toyota to keep the 4runner safe. We need to step back and be happy with what we bought so that we can enjoy the car. I am still fully convinced we made a right choice. Of course, I wish I could afford BMW or Mercedes SUV but ... Read More
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2001 Clicking Sound
Written by: 4winns on Dec 6, 2001 3:58:28 PM
I own a 2001 4Runner Limited and have reviewed most postings (Edmunds and other 4Runner sites)related to the clicking/popping sound heard by owners of 2001 and 2002 4Runners. The sound originates in the ABS/Traction Control/Skid Control system. The sound was not noticed on Runners until Toyota decided to make the system standard on all Runners in 2001. Like others on this site my dealer told me the sound is normal. I ... Read More
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Reply to clicking - jasan and sunny44
Written by: fourrunner on Dec 2, 2001 11:27:32 AM
This is getting more interesting. Last night, it was the first time. I heard a small click when I slowed my 4runner (2001 - 1500 miles)down for an expected stop sign ahead of me. This time I did not apply any break and only take my foot away from accelerator. Now, I must agree with Jasan. This is not related to ABS. It is some kind of on/off switch to control ... Read More
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2001 Clicking noise - reply to sunny 44
Written by: fourrunner on Dec 1, 2001 2:44:56 PM
Since I posted my note a few weeks ago, I pay more attention to this clicking sound. It does look like something to do with the break since it only appears when I apply break. Of course, it is only occasionally you hear the clicking when you apply the break. Again, I bet there are more 4runner owner noticing this. When I take my car in for scheduled service, I will ... Read More
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2001 Clicking noise
Written by: sunny44 on Nov 28, 2001 6:15:14 PM
I'm glad to see that my 2001 4Runner is apparently not the only one with this noise! My 4Runner has only 1400 miles on it now, and this clicking noise started soon after I bought it (new). The dealer's mechanics (who have been very nice to work with) says it's a relay switch in the ABS brake system. They replaced one switch in a box thing under the hood, but no ... Read More
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sdeame
Written by: jkbeantown on Nov 28, 2001 5:38:13 AM
I also live in the Boston area and have been looking for a 2001/2002 4Runner (Ltd or SR5 w/ Sport Pkg). So far the dealers I've talked to aren't giving up much in price. Probably because they do not have many, or any, 4Runners in stock. I have got quotes from on-line sources like AutoByTel and CarsDirect with a 3% to 4.5% mark up above invoice. When speaking with the local ... Read More
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2003 Toyota 4Runner Redesign Specs
Written by: jeffjeff on Nov 20, 2001 8:39:43 PM
I'm just as curious as all of you are regarding the redesign of the 4Runner. I have wanted one ever since I fell in love with them at the age of 7 or 8, I believe. Over the years, the truck has just grown up and now, it looks better than ever. Below is some information that I found on the web. The link to the site is: http://autos.yahoo.com/newcars/details/toyota024runner/expreviews.html?review=cg Model News ... Read More
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Resale value???
Written by: peter78 on Oct 25, 2001 11:15:23 AM
It sounds you had trouble with the dealer and not your resale value. My 2001 4Runner is my first Toyota and I must confess that I would of bought one years ago if it were not for the dealerships. One time in 91 I got so mad I wrote a letter to Toyota about a dealership. I am sure Toyota is rated near the bottom of the "buying experience". Even last ... Read More
