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A few months ago I had a short-term subscription to ALLDATA, an online source for automotive repair manual info, for my new 6G 4Runner...
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HVLA reacted to The_Dark_Knight_Forever's post in the thread Torque Spec for Oil Filter Installation with
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You may be right. Making gasket contact then snugging it up 3/4 of a turn is likely very sufficient & without the need for a measured... -
I think maybe you're missing the point. Historically, turning the canister filter some rotational distance past the point at which the...
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I changed my oil earlier today and specifically asked chatgpt for this very value. it came back with 18ft lbs. I don't have a torque...
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same. turn till gasket touches. then 1/2 - 3/4 more over 12 vehicles owned since 1982, changing my own oil, not once has a filter ever...
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HVLA replied to the thread Toyota auto broker deals! Invoice+ $1000 on gas models (2025 4Runner).Text sent! -
HVLA reacted to The_Dark_Knight_Forever's post in the thread Torque Spec for Oil Filter Installation with Like.
I'm pretty anal retentive about doing things exactly as specified unless something significant causes me to stray from following...
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Make sure they are installed the right way, a bunch of people here had them on backwards from dealer and it makes a big difference in noise.
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HVLA reacted to FlaFlaFloFly's post in the thread Any solutions for roof rack winds noise? with Like.
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HVLA reacted to bakutheleo's post in the thread Did anyone’s 4Runner come standard with the “secret” flashlight lantern in dash cubby hole? with Like.
My ORP did ot come with it, as others have said I think it is optional on that trim at least. I would never pay the ridiculous price...
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HVLA replied to the thread Torque Spec for Oil Filter Installation.I have changed my own oil 100s of times over the last 25 years. I always follow the hand tight + 1/2-3/4 turn. Never once had a leak.
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HVLA reacted to NotApplicable's post in the thread Torque Spec for Oil Filter Installation with Like.
In my experience, many canister oil filters are “specced” like this instead of specifying a ft lb. Most filter tools that attach to...
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This is one of these replies that doesn't precisely address the question, but I just did the oil on my 2000 Land Cruiser and for the oil...
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HVLA reacted to carson892's post in the thread My new TRD ORP saved my life! Accident / collision with F-150 pickup with Wow.
F-150 blew through an intersection without stopping (going roughly 50MPH) and plowed into my TRD ORP. Fire department says the new...
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HVLA replied to the thread Did anyone’s 4Runner come standard with the “secret” flashlight lantern in dash cubby hole?.I would guess if it came with the rig it would be on window sticker right?
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HVLA reacted to Rellims's post in the thread Did anyone’s 4Runner come standard with the “secret” flashlight lantern in dash cubby hole? with Like.
My ORP did not have it. I got these for much cheaper. Fits perfect. Ecoangel USB Rechargeable LED Road Flares Emergency Lights-Roadside...
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actually got an even better deal….i found a 2026 with 4wd and it’s $500 less than the above total. Only downside is what want me to...
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Thanks Jake - I actually have my deal contingent on them being able to meet the same rate I have with Penfed on a 60 month term of 3.84%
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HVLA replied to the thread Rough Country Skid Plates and Overheating ????.That is completely absurd and not a concern at all.
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HVLA reacted to rforsander's post in the thread Nightmare at 10,000 miles on TRD ORP Hybrid? with Like.
Well, for those following the original thread - the issue was indeed a bad 12v battery. It still feels a little odd that they kept the...
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Yes with a DEF system and all that 9 yards. Some diesels get through, like the Isuzu ones GM uses or Mercedes Benz with their Sprinters.
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Don't worry, the EPA does provide rules on it...
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You're not entirely wrong; on one had the hybrid systems Toyota makes are extremely long lived and reliable. However, if this were any...
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HVLA replied to the thread Nightmare at 10,000 miles on TRD ORP Hybrid?.You realize Toyota has been building hybrid vehicles for 30 years right? This isnt a hybrid problem. It is a battery or a dumb dealer...
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Are the 12v battery terminals secure?
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HVLA reacted to rforsander's post in the thread Nightmare at 10,000 miles on TRD ORP Hybrid? with Like.
I followed the procedure outlined in the owner's manual. There is a positive terminal in the passenger side fuse box.
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HVLA reacted to chasedstream641's post in the thread Nightmare at 10,000 miles on TRD ORP Hybrid? with Like.
sounds like a battery issue/connection issue to me. i wouldnt be too worried
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HVLA reacted to 828findadventure's post in the thread How to secure folded second row rear seats from moving / rocking -- using straps & covers [video demonstration] with Like.
So a lot of people haven't explored their second row, especially while folded up. So I made a short video explaining some added helpers.
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I keep a small AA fenix flashlight and a chapstick in that one particular cubby
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Looks like a good spot for a big slice of cheese.
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Thank you everyone! Car already has 82 miles on it from the drive home. Received the car with only 5 miles on it. Time to start putting...
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After waiting what felt like forever, I’m finally picking up my 2026 Trailhunter! First 4Runner I’ve owned and I can’t wait to dive into...
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I think reading the owner manuals should be a requirement for service techs and advisors. The lack of knowledge is shocking to me. I...
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The BS that some dealers are dishing out is getting me annoyed. Ask them for a reference in the owners' manual. There they will find...
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HVLA replied to the thread Anyone Else Looking Back at 5th Gens?.Not even a little. 6th gen is better in every way than my 5th gen.
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HVLA replied to the thread Differential Breather location?.All my other Toyotas and my current GX I have run it up to the fuel filler.
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HVLA reacted to Archer's post in the thread Radar blocked by the lightest snow flurry ever with Like.
No offense but you need a little thicker skin, I didn't feel he's talking down to anyone, in fact, he made valid points. I frequent...
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HVLA reacted to ModernDay4Runner's post in the thread Radar blocked by the lightest snow flurry ever with Like.
Well for FFS, it is difficult to do that when rolling down the highway. The point is that I would not expect very light snow flurries to...
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HVLA reacted to 127.0.0.1's post in the thread Radar blocked by the lightest snow flurry ever with Like.
need to ask at what point do peeps want to stop complaining about the price of a new 4runner ? Do you want a more advanced system that...
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depends on dealer really. mine gave me invoice, roughly $4700 off msrp. no ADM, no extra add-ons, no crazy doc fee's, no below the line...
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HVLA replied to the thread Received quote for 2026 4Runner Sport Premium trim. Thoughts or feedback?.Which is why you dont purchase locally. I bought my 25 Offroad Premium Hybrid from a dealer 500 miles away. They gave me 1k off msrp and...
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HVLA reacted to gvan1998's post in the thread Received quote for 2026 4Runner Sport Premium trim. Thoughts or feedback? with Like.
Again OTD prices are irrelevant!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! All states have different tax rates and some have no taxes. Additionally, DMV fees and...
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HVLA reacted to gvan1998's post in the thread Received quote for 2026 4Runner Sport Premium trim. Thoughts or feedback? with Like.
People please dont ask OTD prices!!!!!!. OTD is irrelevant. All states have different tax rates and some have no taxes. Additionally...
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HVLA replied to the thread Received quote for 2026 4Runner Sport Premium trim. Thoughts or feedback?.OTD price isnt relevant if you dont have the same taxes as someone else.
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HVLA reacted to Nodak's post in the thread Hybrid Real World MPG (iForce Max) - post your model, specs, general driving conditions, results: with Like.
just a reminder that if you dont manually reset the avg mpg display, it will show mpg since last reset, not per tank like it did in the...
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HVLA reacted to Dead Horse's post in the thread Dealer Refusing to Order TRD Pro parts without TRD Pro VIN with Like.
Maybe you should sell it to @Cranberry
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HVLA reacted to npats's post in the thread Dealer Refusing to Order TRD Pro parts without TRD Pro VIN with Like.
JTEVB5BR0S5009145 Just use this! Took it from this sheet:
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HVLA reacted to Tarekith's post in the thread Dealer Refusing to Order TRD Pro parts without TRD Pro VIN with Like.
It's almost always cheaper to order online, I've had two different dealers steer me away from the parts counter and told me to just...
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HVLA reacted to topo_htx's post in the thread Left for Big Bend in a Jeep... came home a 4Runner owner. with Like.
Hi all! At the encouragement of @Administrator, I am creating a thread to share the story of my first 4Runner (and Toyota!) that... -
HVLA replied to the thread Dealer Refusing to Order TRD Pro parts without TRD Pro VIN.And this is why I only deal with online dealers. My local dealer does the same thing and charges about 25% more.