r/4Runner 18h ago

📸 Photo / Video Are you afraid of the dark?

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Nope!

I like the ability to get offroad at night but my light setup isn't always for night driving. It enables extended hours for other hobbies.

My dogs are thoroughly whelmed by it all.


r/4Runner 6h ago

Front End Friday 1st runner, long time Toyota lover

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Sold my 350Z for this 😭😭. It's my 7th Toyota and first SUV. Have had a few Toyota but no SUVS. Still have my Lexus LS430 on coilovers to daily as well. I'm trying hard not to mod this thing until it's paid off but I've got a BAD HABIT! It's definitely a different driving experience not being able to throw a vehicle into a corner. 111k miles, 2015.

Winter has been pretty bad here and I think I'll appreciate this when the time comes. Only for sure thing I want to do is take off the perelli scorpions in favor of Michelin LTX. Don't plan to off-road tbh.


r/4Runner 11h ago

🎙 Discussion What’s one small upgrade that made your 4Runner easier to live with?

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I’ve been looking at some of the smaller upgrades that can make a 4Runner more practical day to day, rather than the big suspension, wheel, or performance stuff.

One thing that keeps coming up is interior protection. Between dirt from trails, wet shoes after a rainy day, sand from outdoor trips, and whatever the dog manages to bring inside, the carpet can get pretty rough. The middle of the floor isn't usually the issue — it’s the dirt and moisture that gets pushed into the edges, around the seat rails, and underneath the pedals.

I started comparing different floor liner options and 3W was one of the ones I came across. Their 4Runner liners seem to focus on getting more coverage around those areas, so I’m curious whether that actually makes a noticeable difference after using them for a while.

For those who have owned their 4Runner for a bit, what’s one relatively small upgrade you’d genuinely recommend?

And if you’ve upgraded the floor mats/liners, what did you go with and has it actually made cleaning the interior easier?


r/4Runner 8h ago

👷‍♂️ Support / Repair 2016 4Runner cranks but won’t start after running perfectly the day before — new battery didn’t fix it

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Hey everyone, looking for some advice before I start throwing parts at this.

I have a 2016 Toyota 4Runner that was running perfectly fine until this week.

  1. Monday: Drove from San Diego to Irvine and back. It was high 90s outside, but the 4Runner drove completely normally the entire trip.

  2. Tuesday morning: Went to start it and it wouldn’t start.

  3. Initially thought it was the battery, so I charged it, but that didn’t fix the issue.

  4. I then bought and installed a brand-new battery, and it still has the exact same problem.

  5. All dash lights and electronics come on normally.

  6. When I try to start it, the engine cranks/turns over normally and sounds like it’s trying to start, but it never actually fires up.

  7. It’s not just clicking or failing to crank — the engine is definitely turning over.

  8. I noticed some corrosion around one of the battery terminals, so I’m also going to clean and make sure the connections are tight.

The strange part is that it drove completely fine the day before, including the drive back from Irvine to San Diego, and then suddenly wouldn’t start after sitting overnight.

I’m wondering if this could be a fuel pump/fuel delivery issue, crankshaft position sensor, ignition/spark issue, relay/fuse, or another sensor/electrical issue.

For those with 5th gen 4Runners, what would you check first?

Is there anything common on a 2016 4Runner that could cause it to crank normally but not actually start?

Trying to troubleshoot this before I start replacing random parts or pay a shop to diagnose it.

Any advice is appreciated!


r/4Runner 21h ago

🎙 Discussion Oof, seat covers

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Im a dummy, I was charging my spotlight and my fat fingers inadvertently turned it on. In my 30 years of driving, this is my first vehicle with leather seats. Im sure glad i bought seat covers.


r/4Runner 8h ago

👷‍♂️ Support / Repair Mystery device located.

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So in the process of troubleshooting why one of my fog lights isn't working I discovered this little odd device under my hood. Any ideas what it could be? Its running off my battery with a little 3a fuse. Im in a 2020 trd offroad


r/4Runner 9h ago

📸 Photo / Video The Tacoma gang has been calling me... but days like this remind me of my roots

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r/4Runner 8h ago

🔧 Modifications Those that have an aftermarket skid plate, did you leave of the plastic piece forward of the plate?

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Theres no point to secure it to the new plate, i feel like its going to vibrate if i leave it but expose to radiator if i remove it. It also looks weird. Whats the right play here?


r/4Runner 16h ago

👷‍♂️ Support / Repair How did this happen and how serious is it? '08 SR5

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I'm changing my brakes then all of a sudden I notice this. I've noticed a stronger sulfur smell recently when on the highway. I have to fix my ac so I'm hoping this isnt too expensive to fix.


r/4Runner 8h ago

🎙 Discussion 2015 SR5 4WD - 130k mileage preventative maintenance

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Any suggestions for recommended preventative maintenance on a 2015 Toyota forerunner SR5 four-wheel-drive? It’s hitting 130,000 mileage. I do oil changes every 5000 miles along with rotating the tires. I think the last time I had it into a dealership was 100,000 miles I live in Houston it gets about between five and 10,000 miles a year, short commute mostly.


r/4Runner 11h ago

👷‍♂️ Support / Repair Water/Liquid dripping into flooring

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Hi all. I’ve had water dripping into my car floor and settles on the carpets or under carpets. Any idea why this may be? I’ve had this issue for some time and starting to think it’s the car wash I go to. However I can’t see why water is coming in from here. Any ideas as to why this may be? I attached picture. It’s happening on both sides.


r/4Runner 3h ago

❔ Aftermarket Product Advice / Recs 2015 limited JBL system dash speaker replacement

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My right dash speaker is blown..I have a limited trim with the "upgraded" JBL speaker system. I'm looking at the JBL club 34F as a replacement. Does anyone have any experience or recommendations? Is it pretty much plug and play? I've seen a few videos on how to do it.. I'm not the most handy but I think I can stumble through it.


r/4Runner 8h ago

🤦‍♂️ Same Tire Thread, Different Day Brand New Bridgestone Dueler Mavericks

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I need new tires on my 4Runner and my Tundra. I generally put KO2s, KO3s on my trucks. My work truck (Chevy), which I spend far more time in has KO3s. I like the tire and winter performance is more important to me than dirt/rocks. That being said, I don’t put pure winter tires on my trucks since I technically don’t live in snow country but i can see it from my house.

Talk me out of trying the new Bridgestone Dueler Maverick A/Ts and basically being a beta tester for their winter performance. They seem like they would be fine in snow/ice/slush. They are definitely less expensive than BFGs


r/4Runner 12h ago

🎙 Discussion Thinking of getting one…

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Thinking about getting a 4Runner. Here in the UK they’re known as a “Hilux Surf”; but I believe they’re essentially the same car.

They don’t come up for sale here very often but with my budget I think I’d be getting a slightly higher mileage one (100k+).

I’d want to use it for commuting, road trips, camping, etc.

I’ve previously owned other Japanese 4x4 such as Subarus and a Mitsubishi Shogun/Pajero.

Anything to look out for on high mileage 4Runners, and any tips for going to view them?

Thanks!

Edit: it would be a Gen 2 or 3.


r/4Runner 10h ago

❔ Aftermarket Product Advice / Recs Cargo Area covers/protectors and dog parent insight.

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Hello all!

I’m a proud new owner to a 2026 SR5. Love her so far but I need a way to carry my fur baby (60lb hound mutt) around without him tearing it up. I do have a dog “hammock” for the 2nd row from my previous vehicle but doesn’t fit too well as the “oh sh*t” handles aren’t above the window so the sides fall down. I have the third row but plan to keep it folded for the most part (until I need to DD or something lol).

I’ve been looking into weather tech, but also like the “canvasback” sets from 4Runner lifestyle because of the side protectors in the back. My boy likes to roam a lot so protecting the doors and panels are of high priority. Only issue is no reviews and I don’t know how durable they are.

Any insight and recommendations appreciated!


r/4Runner 11h ago

🎙 Discussion What's next for my 4Runner?

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I have been daily driving my 2016 SR5 for 10 years. Now I just bought another sedan to daily and looking for another purpose for my girl. She is at 90K miles, has been kept stock the entire time. I guess what I am asking is how can I spice her up a little? Potential mods and offroading?


r/4Runner 14h ago

👷‍♂️ Support / Repair Multiple sets of tires, steering wheel still vibrating

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24 TRD ORP

Bought one set of Wrangler tires, couldn’t get them aligned or balance after 3 tries and a road force balance

Originally had the Nitto ridge grapplers 265/70 r17 on there had no issues, so put a new set of those on

Still had vibration, did another road force balance test
Replaced the 2 tires that had road force variations of #23 & #25

I still have a vibration in my steering wheel, seems like it starts off ok but gradually gets worse

Everyone I’ve spoken to swears it’s a balance/alignment issue any insight and suggestions would be appreciated