This is One of Best Toyota Engines Ever Made That No One Talks About! And A 4Runner Comparison!

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The 5VZ-FE in the 3rd Generation 4Runner is one of the best Toyota engines ever made that not much is said about.
The beautiful 5VZ-FE is one of the best Toyota engines ever made but it does live under the shadow of it's previous version which was problematic.
In this video I interrupt a timing belt job on this 1999 Toyota 4Runner to show you this beautiful engine in a very rare manual transmission survivor 4runner.
We also happen to have a 4th generation and a 5th generation 4runner in the shop at the same time and we explore them and make a direct comparison between the old 4runner and the newest one.
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0:00 Intro
0:27 One of the Best Toyota Engines
4:14 Survivor 4runner tour
7:40 Parts Information
9:16 4th Generation 4runner
10:25 Back to the best engine ever made
16:34 3rd and 5th gen 4runner comparison

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@wilmarbarrick3194 Год назад

Taking your vehicle to AMD's shop isn't really going to the garage... it's more like you're dropping your vehicle off at the Toyota spa.

@mailmanjoe Год назад

@Chris R like a Japanese bathhouse. 😂 Been to one myself. One of the best most relaxing experiences of my life.

@Knightfall23 Год назад

@@mailmanjoe Did you get a handy by a sweaty old Japanese man too?

@davecrupel2817 Год назад

@Chris R No. No. no. ☠️

@ToyotaNutjob Год назад

I just realized he's only 30 mins from my suburb. Totally taking my cream puff 1st gen 2uzfe to this place

@danielbliss8014 Год назад

What I want to know is, whether there's a GM spa in the Chicago area!

@9ZERO6 Год назад

I worked in a Toyota dealership from 1991 to 2015. I remember the 3VZ headgasket fiasco of internal coolant leaks, and had multiple 1996 5VZ engine leak coolant externally within a few thousand miles. By 1997 they had the issue fixed thankfully. The most bullet proof engine (imo) for the 4Runner was actually the 3RZ 4 cylinder during that time period. The absolute most reliable engine ever put in a 4Runner was the 1GR 4.0 liter, it made the overrated 22R look like childs play. I made zero money from engine repairs on that beast. They have a mileage life expectancy of infinity apparently.

@the_gold_canopy Год назад

The 3RZ was one of the best 4 bangers in history. 2TR is even more reliable. Extremely reliable engines, although underpowered, with the right parts and components, they can turn a SAS’d Tacoma/4Runner on 40” mudders with ease. Took me a few builds to learn the 2TR engine, owning a 96’ Tacoma definitely gave me a head start as far as knowing my way around that engine.

@MrMoth0102 Год назад

Agreed,,,,, but the 1GR 4.0 is just a modified 3RZ 2.7 afterall so they must be as good as each other! Not only do l have a 1GR in my Prado,,,,, l also have a legendary 3Y in my VZN130 (2nd Gen)..... its a pushrod lifter motor from 1989! Only the fluids and starter have been changed in this engine!

@gorgeusjames Год назад

The 4.0 V6 is the best of the bunch period!

@7CFlo Год назад

we're the frames an issue during that Era on 4-Runners?

@gorgeusjames Год назад

@@7CFlo Yup

@moloono1 Год назад

My dad just passed his 1996 Tacoma down to me. He bought it brand new and it has been his daily driver since then. It has 355,487 miles on the odometer and it still runs like new. I drive it around to run errands.

@michaelmarquez6133 Год назад

Wow, make sure he knows how much he means to you. I never had a dad, met him twice in my life and my wife's dad just passed 2 days before Christmas. That's awesome tho that Tacoma is what I would like someday. A couple years back I went to the dealer and they had a 1999 2 door tundra with 99k miles ! Man clean inside and out really! But I couldn't get financing because of its age and the only company that would do it wanted like almost double in interest, til this day tho i wish I would have got it even with the high interest! Last week I got a 2010 camry with 44k miles tho

@moloono1 9 месяцев назад

@@efil4kizum Super cool! Sorry to hear about the issues you’re having with the truck. We replaced the steering rack, control arms, suspension leafs, and tie rods as preventative measures at about 300,000. Im getting all the fluids replaced now as well as the timing belt. Edit: Does yours still run after the crank pulley hit the fan?

@moloono1 6 месяцев назад

@@Bikes0420 Thanks for the suggestion! I had it professionally sprayed last year. I don’t want it to rust away any time soon. Luckily, we get a lot of fresh water to wash off the salt here in the PNW.

@Bellathebear777 3 месяца назад

Your Dad is cool. I'd let you ride in the passenger seat .lol. TAKE CARE OF IT SON! 🎉❤

@falcontrek1932 Год назад

I have an ‘04 Tacoma that my grandfather gave me before he passed away. It was his pride and joy and he hardly ever drove it. I was there at the dealership with him when he bought it brand new. 122k miles later and the 5vz-fe engine is obviously still going strong! I plan on keeping it forever.

@eight0eightdvs258 2 месяца назад

Nice I just picked up a 04 Tacoma with 236,479 miles and it still drives strong. I also plan on keeping it forever. 🙌

@angelmartin2243 Месяц назад

Same, but I just had a tree fall on my 03 and total it… STILL GONNA KEEP IT!

@charger19691 Год назад

I’ve driven & serviced Toyotas with this particular engine and I’ve always liked it’s smooth power delivery and refinement. A very fine power plant indeed.

@ToyotaKTM Год назад

I have a 2004 Tacoma 4X4 automatic with this 5VZ. I have always been disappointed that a 3.4 Li only makes 190 Hp and still gets poor mileage. It has been reliable though. With only 80.k miles, it has only needed one O2 sensor so far. I haven't replaced the 18 year old timing belt yet because the three drive belts are still fine and it's a non interference engine.

@kannermw Год назад

@@ToyotaKTM LOL out of sight and out of mind. Rubber degrades with age and belts are unpredictable. Not all degradation is readily visible. So you would rather roll the dice and risk getting randomly stranded at unpredictable or highly inconvenient time requiring requiring a tow? Maybe in a hazardous location…Priceless….

@anthonym6078 Год назад

Those engines are bulletproof. The one in my mom’s 2000 4Runner is sitting at damn near 400k miles and just recently had the head gaskets done. Nothing else besides oil changes every 5k miles and timing belts every 80-100k miles. Toyota def made a gem with this engine.

@HawaiiJetboat Месяц назад

He speaks the truth. 2001 Tacoma 351,000 miles in 2024...same timing belt, water pump, power steering, A/C, Radiator, Hoses, transmission & fluid, ball joints exhaust system and spark plug wires He's also correct about the valve covers they do need to be kept tightened. Wore out 1 starter, 1 alternator, 1 window motor, the windshield washer bottle disintegrated, 1 U joint, 1 carrier bearing, 3 rack and pinions, shocks and struts. Best investment ever made.

@AdamWild572 Год назад

Man, this guy is so cool. Really makes me love and appreciate my collection of my Toyotas. I really want to take my Sequoia to this guy one day, to keep it running like the Toyota it is. He's just so thorough about everything.

@TexasVexes Год назад

I have an 05 4wd Sequoia and it saved me during the snow storm in Texas last year. Only 150k miles just did timing belt/water pump. Thought about selling it but I can’t bring myself to.

@sirich7751 Год назад

You can barely hear the engine running on my 2005 4runner once its warmed up and idling. I joked at a Ford dealership a few years (my son was getting a cheap lease) that I would put my 2005 4runner up against anything they had and it would outlive it. Rust will be her undoing as I live in a climate with real winter and salted roads.

@Blakecryderman7244 Год назад

@@sirich7751 make sure you rinse her off regularly then it won’t be a problem👍

@AdamWild572 Год назад

I had a fifth generation 4runner, which oddly enough was my dream car. Loved everything about it, and really thought I was gonna get old with that beauty. Unfortunately, had to get rid of it when we started a family. Traded it in for a Sequoia, which I can see my son driving one day. Also, just figured out the Car Care Nut is in Illinois! I'll be coming real soon, but hopefully not soon enough! I figured he was a California guy with how laid back he is in his videos.

@sirich7751 Год назад

@@Blakecryderman7244 Yeah, I hear you but the hose has to get put away in the winter and its the undercarriage that gets blasted with salt water. Nearly impossible to fight....she's still doing ok though!

@alainp1020 Год назад

I have a coworker who purchased her 2002 4 Runner brand new as a treat to herself when she graduated nursing school. She still daily drives it to work and has 330k plus miles and has never had any engine issues from what she has told me. She did change the o2 sensors last year but otherwise runs like a champ

@gritzlor Год назад

I’ve had 3 vehicles with this engine, and still have 2 of them. Both around 250k miles. A thing to mention, when you think the rear crank seal is busted, look a bit further up and to the front on the drivers side of the engine. You’ll probably find something that looks like a fat oil filter, which is actually a heat exchanger with coolant lines hooked up to it. There’s one bolt holding it on which is sealed in 2 places with a special metal/rubber washer and an O-ring on the other side. They turn hard with time. Replace the rings and everything’s great.

@wesfields9322 Год назад

Been days since I've stumbled upon your channel. I thank you for having passion and care for this brand and your viewers.

@jaredgreen5840 Год назад

I've owned many Toyotas and I can definitely say the 3.4 is an awesome motor, though it is slightly underpowered. I would give an honorable mention to the newer 4.0 V6 that replaced it. I have an 09 Toyota FJ with 170k and it's been an absolute dream to own 👍

@jordan-c-bay Год назад

Your detail on these cars motivated me to get a 2007 4Runner with the 1GR v6 engine (timing chain, not belt). I did some basic maintenance (fluid swaps, brake calipers, new shocks, new plugs, etc.) but I honestly feel fortunate to have purchased a car this bulletproof. Thanks for sharing all your knowledge sir!

@leechburglights 3 месяца назад

How's it running a year later?

@jordan-c-bay 3 месяца назад

@@leechburglights starts every time, no leaks, 210k miles and going

@taoufikmanai6512 Год назад

AMD : is just amazing and it is very relaxing seeing him around the car doing his magic ! What an awesome man!

@raycollington4310 Год назад

Your subscribers follow the channel because they care and resonate with your doctrine of looking after stuff. The cars turning up at the shop do show the family you have created. Well done and thank you.

@titanjake8640 Год назад

I agree! The last video about engine failure and 10k Mike oil change is trending very well on the interwebs. Good job!!

@stickmarc4588 Год назад

If you build it, they will come.toyota community lol

@DeJaVu337 Год назад

I feel super blessed after viewing this video. My 1999 Forest Green 4 Runner still runs as if new. Other than tires, wipers and under carriage maintenance cleaning I have had zero problems. The finish on the SUV still shines like new except for the top from years of NYC snow and salt.

@echologged4986 Год назад

Wow that 4Runner is a beauty! The 5VZ-FE and the manual transmission pairing is a fun combo. I've got that combo in my 1997 T100. Wish more people knew about undercoating the frames with oil undercoatings here in the rust belt. Thanks for the videos! God Bless!

@billyounger9713 5 месяцев назад

My 5th gen 2016 4runner limited has had zero issues, even the battery is original!! I get it undercoated every year with "Corrosian Free" and so far,no rust!! Cheers from Canada 🇨🇦

@ruckinehround6965 2 месяца назад

What oil do you use 0-20 or 5-30

@tonycailes9843 Год назад

I have my 7th Toyota since 89, this guy knows his stuff. Great videos. Best one was a supercharged 3.4 Tacoma sleeper 4X4 ripper but the frame rotted out a very sad day when it was rottend off.

@edlim315 Год назад

Thank you for this tribute to the legendary 5VZ! I have a 2002 4Runner (the last of the 3rd gen) with 322,000 miles and climbing. These are such a joy to drive and like you said, very easy to work on. I'm in Georgia so rust is not an issue. I hope to visit your shop some day as I may need to have the valves adjusted. I've done all the work on it myself and everything is just straight forward. Thank you for all the great and informative videos and for sharing your passion for honest work that you can stand by. May God continue to bless you as you seek to be a blessing onto others. Colossians 3:23-24.

@letsgobrandon5800 Год назад

It’s a long drive from GA to his shop in IL.

@Skybusdriver Год назад

I’m honored my dad passed me his 3rd gen 4runner after he was tired of paying gas prices in California. Only with 180k miles on the vehicle and it hasn’t given me any trouble at all! Love it. Thanks for making this video!

@Zubawoo Год назад

I’m a mechanic and I got mine for 1,200 bucks. It’s 1999 v6 4wd limited w 147,xxx miles . It has very smooth engine So I’m now considering the v6 Tacoma now 2004 sr5 double cab crew

@Skybusdriver Год назад

@@Zubawoo that’s a steal for your 1996 4Runner!!

@CeeT-wg3hz 5 месяцев назад

Is it that bad in gas?? I'm considering getting a 06 myself but I'm just worried about freaking gas lol

@Skybusdriver 5 месяцев назад

@@CeeT-wg3hznot going to sugar coat it, 4Runners are definitely gas guzzlers averaging anywhere from 15-19 MPG depending on how heavy your gas foot is. But you can always count on it running!!!

@CeeT-wg3hz 5 месяцев назад

@Skybusdriver yea I figured that, I mainly need it for highway distance miles

@malinois3888 Год назад

Little known fact…Rear spoiler in the 3rd Gens was angled to keep the exhaust fumes from entering the vehicle with the (awesome)rear window rolled down. How many people knew that one??

@rightlanehog3151 Год назад

Not me.

@michaellefevers4248 Год назад

I didn't but it makes sense. Our family station wagon in the 70s had something similar.

@TheTapMusic Год назад

Got an 02 with 391K on it, proud that my dad and I have kept that engine running as long as it has. Still running and doing well for itself to this day

@devenrivera5842 Год назад

That’s a gem you have at the shop. My pops use to have a 98’ 4Runner w/ manual transmission. They were definitely built like tanks and amazing off-road vehicles.

@jumanji5239 Год назад

Got a 2001 Tacoma V6 with same motor. Got it new in 2000 and runs like a champ. You are correct on the ease of maintenance. Love your videos!

@jumanji5239 Год назад

@@__GarbageTime420 For sure 😉

@altheproudfilipinoamerican9137 Год назад

My 2001 4runner SR5 4wd has 288k miles and still has original engine and transmission. I agree the 3rg generation are built like a tank and easy to do preventative maintenance for DIY'ers. Great video and keep up the great work 👍

@Frankyfromnj Год назад

Nice work. My first Toyota was a 1999 4 Runner.. ever since then we have been hooked on the Toyota brand.. we are now graduating to Lexus..

@dozerboy67 Год назад

Great video Ahmed, I can easily see how much love and tlc you put into your customers vehicles! Not all mechanics are created equal. I became a third gen 4Runner quite simply by sheer luck. It too is in remarkable condition for having 260,000 miles on it. I wish you had a shop here in Northern California, everyone needs a mechanic like you! Sallam alekum meineer! 🙏🙏💪🤘🤘

@dozerboy67 Год назад

@@efil4kizum no I have not, but I will look into it now, thank you! 🙏

@txc500 Год назад

Having sold Toyotas in the early 1990s love the old ones. I own a new SR5 Premium and while initially I wasn't super impressed by the interior, I have really grown to like it. Whatever the material is they've used on the seats seems to be durable easy to clean and comfortable in my opinion. I love the giant knobs for controls on the dash because up here in New York state we use gloves in the winter time and they don't work well with touch screens. Thanks for another great video!

@michaelpalm2210 Год назад

the big knobs are nice...so is the heated wiper zone in the windshield and the rear defroster with side mirrors defrost

@jackd1582 Год назад

Touch screens 🤷💀🙅

@CaptainFALKEN 2 месяца назад

It runs good 🤷‍♂️ My 3rd gen was down for 2 months. Been driving with a blown gasket for months and doesn't overheat. Just runs rough until I cam replace the engine

@royrodriguez4779 Год назад

I’m an addict… your videos are crack! 😂😂😂😂 Love how much you enjoy your work! Love seeing your work!!

@wickush6410 Год назад

I love how you replace everything that needs it. Your doing the giving the best service you can provide.

@andriychuprov3044 Год назад

I can just see how much fun you are having doing what you love to do! You look like a child doing fun stuff! I am so happy for you!

@pinetreeriot4286 Год назад

Makes me miss my 2001 4runner. Best vehicle I ever owned. That tan interior brings back memories. My gen5 is 2nd best!

@vamosaltemacongabrielmende3965 Год назад

The conditions on the ‘99 are superb. I know that the 5th gen is newer but my favorite is the 3rd gen.

@jimmaserejian3467 Год назад

The passion you have for your work! So genuine. Ongoing success to you.

@mojavedesertsonorandesert9531 Год назад

FYI.... Still driving my 1988 3.O going on 35 years. Blew a head gasket at 32 years when I was on a back remote trail on Death Valley. Was still able to get home, Orange County area. I'm second owner, dad was first. Had it rebuilt, machined, all OEM parts...hope to get another twenty-five years.... This is my favorite Toyota show!🏆

@Renegade498 Год назад

I love love love my 5vz-fe!! At 245k it had a valve cover gasket leak and some previous owner ran it for some amount of time without oil requiring a cam bearing to get scarred (wild that that’s all that happened). Still runs like a clock and gives me 20/-21 mpg!

@waynes.2983 Год назад

Now I know why my parking brake is so hard to pull and release. Thank you. Going to get the parts today.

@legatus2075 Год назад

My first time commenting on car review videos despite watching several. You are just thorough in everything. Thumbs up Man.

@wallyandrada3833 Год назад

Im from the Phillipines. Drove my dads toyota 72 corona in college. Loved toyata cars. After watching ur review on the cross hybrid I decided to convince my son n neice to buy one. I believe in hard work for success. Im 65 yrs old and still fix my own car. Congratulations on ur youtube silver award. Subscribed after ur cross review few days ago.

@edgieedgie9571 Год назад

Thanks for the very informative video. I love how your passion for vehicles shines through. I have a 4Runner that I love. What is the tire brand on the SR5? Thanks for your hard work.

@greenmonalisa Год назад

I have a 97 4runner with 250k miles. Started having problems at 200k. Starter motor died, rear wheel seals needed replaced, replaced the timing belt, replaced the coil packs and had a valve cover leak. Since then I've replaced the alternator, fuel pump and replaced the springs, shocks and stuts, still, with all that done it runs like new now. God Bless brother!

@KevinFreist 6 месяцев назад

and you would have done all thatand moreon anything else. same here. 449k on mine.

@petermayonejr.3420 Год назад

TY for doing these detailed 4Runner videos! You're the BEST on RU-vid on these legendary vehicles!

@michaelbrennan7148 Год назад

Thank you. Much appreciated. I had a few experiences with survivor cars. 1981 Carrolla that sat for atleast 8 years in a neighbor garage . Shocks were toast and had starter issues. The repair bills got expensive very quickly. Take care.

@NKPGarage Год назад

Great example of a solid Toyota powerplant. I think from the 4runnwr/truck platforms the 1gr is probably higher up on the list of reliability. For all time reliable Toyota motors the 5SFE, 3FE, and 1FZFE are the most reliable from my experience. Can't go wrong with a solid Toyota engineered platform.

@henrymorgan3982 Год назад

Just like a well-maintained human. The outside may still look good, but the inside is aged no matter how it looks. I enjoy your passion for what you do every day. It shows like a beam of light from above. Thank you!

@rightlanehog3151 Год назад

Well said. From the automotive perspective, I am glad AMD keeps underlining the necessity to be realistic in what to expect from a 'mint condition' vehicle.

@jamescostello7584 6 месяцев назад

Yeah just like me dog I'm 50 years old look up well preserved on the outside but I'm dying basically with kidney failure osteoporosis thyroid issues brittle bone metal in my bones yeah bunch of the problems opioid abuse yeah so cars are the same s*** man but usually the shity ones got the shity engines even if they a little bit clean they still motives be shot cuz people treat cars like s*** especially Toyotas they don't change the oil slick stuff that's over here in New York they're all s*** every one of them are garbage put the money you want this big money for s*** I just looked at a 97 Corolla Tonight guy tells me it's like brand new showroom collectible condition if I go over there as a rod knock sludge in the motor and draws like a f****** 200.00 car that I just paid too much for it if I gave him $200 bunch of Thieves fools and low life

@rogerserafin Год назад

Always love your videos. Truthful. Passion. And informational. Thank you so much for your time and efforts into your videos.

@stendecstretcher5678 Год назад

My 1998 Corolla Lift back manual is a survivor car. I live in QLD Australia. Very low kilometres still looks and drives like a brand new car. Always garaged. Its like a family pet. The mechanic at my local Toyota dealer wants to buy it from me but I wont part with it. Every time I drive the car it brings joy to my heart. Thankyou for your videos. You restore my faith in human nature.

@jamescostello7584 6 месяцев назад

Oh that's different from the one in the US that has the 97 motor for AF engineer I don't know what size it is over here at the 98 that made the 1zz motor if you change the oil let me 3,000 Mi the great motor if you don't I'll slide up and burn like a dog talking about some brand new the one you got sounds like a small amount of power cuz I think it's a 1.5 and ugly car but yeah I looked at 1:00 tonight at 9 7 with that motor in it Lord was knocking like a b**** no power so I think most of those Motors suck the 4:00 a.m. Motors and 1.8 and 1.6 even sucks more so it went up from that it sucks too but most of these Corolla Motors if you don't change the order me 3,000 Mi you're f***** so most people don't so all the cars are f*** over here

@joshrskar 10 месяцев назад

Those two 4Runners really were a beautiful sight. I’m a bit jealous of that 3rd gen. Wish I could find something that nice. I would take that rig over the 5th gen no questions asked

@u4tubular Год назад

I had a 4th gen Sport trim. Only major things that broke was the evaporator and that weird hydraulic suspension (which I swapped out for regular shocks and struts). It was only RWD but I miss that urban assault vehicle.

@riceburner4747 Год назад

Such quality work u do! VERY nice vehicles!! We can tell u really enjoy ur work! I just love ur analyzing. I totally enjoy ur videos! Can hardly wait for more!

@matthewcassaday8925 Год назад

A wonderful video! My ‘98 Limited 4Runner has only brought me joy (thankfully) truly a great piece of machinery. Thumbs up for Toyota on this gem.

@MrWalkerds Год назад

I sold my 2001 4runner with the 5vzfe when it had 310k miles. It ran like a top and the entire vehicle was almost like new. The 3rd Gen 4runners are unbelievably reliable and tough. I now drive a 2011 tacoma and it is not built near as tough as the 2001 4runner was.

@galeaiken3841 Год назад

I'm a 4Runner nut. I have a 97 Limited 327k a 99 SR5 230k . Step daughters both have 98 Limiteds around 275k . These things just GO. Tell everyone you don't by a 3rd gen for gas mileage or to go fast. You buy it because every time you turn key its gonna start every time ya drop in gear it's going to go.. Was tech in shop we hated 3rd gen 4runner and 1st gen Tacoma. Oil change, brake pads, and rotors every 3rd set of brake pads. Can't make money doing oil changes. BMW ? I'm eating steak tonight lol.

@MrWalkerds Год назад

@@galeaiken3841 You are so right! Not to go fast or to have the most fancy features but to last longer than anything else.

@lancerutherford3933 Год назад

I sold my 2000 and my 2001 taco doesn’t seem as solid as the 4runner

@hankhill3417 Год назад

Tacoma was made in USA and now Mexico. 4Runner has always been made in Japan.

@peternguyen6368 Год назад

One of the best engines I’ve ever got to experience. My 3rd Gen 4Runner SR5 4WD had NO PROBLEMS at all with this motor. Super reliable. Unfortunately sold it at 313k miles.

@jvogler_art4708 Год назад

i see you have an is300 now, good choice of cars there dude. You a real toyota fan if you're driving a 3rd gen 4runner and an Is300... Definitely have been interested in the lexus is300 and the sc 400 for some time now. How is it?

@Stormtrooper_98Trd Год назад

I absolutely love how you're covering the legendary 5vzfe

@gnawty4662 3 месяца назад

Another great video to sit through. Thank you TCCN! ❤

@CrazyCranker Год назад

I had a 98 Hilux Surf with a Diesel, bought it new here in Japan. Mine was the "G" grade and had the back up mirror built into the rear spoiler that would drop down when in reverse. ( I always thought that was a cool feature) I had the Field version option package with the cool fog lights up front. Once upon a time Toyota had some cool option packages. (Not so much anymore) Had it for 14 years, served me and the family well. I should have kept it and restored it. They don't sell them here in Japan anymore. :(

@jamescostello7584 6 месяцев назад

I don't like the way that truck looks yeah it's a Taliban special

@Icebeam47 Год назад

I love my 5S-FE engine so much, I have over 400,000 miles on mine. Such great things rolling out from the mid 90s from Toyota, I absolutely think it was putting pride in what you put out at this time.

@thechuckster6838 Год назад

Razz, have you had any head gasket issues? The reason I ask is because mine has 203K, it runs like a charm, but I need to know when to look for those types of issues.

@titanjake8640 Год назад

Let's go!!!!! Club 600k here

@Icebeam47 Год назад

@@thechuckster6838 I have not. I've had a few things go out like a cooling fan nothing big. The biggest thing with those engines is to reseal them after a certain time. Valve cover will eventually leak oil and may leak into the heater core hose, that makes it swell and pop off.

@richieschmidt6225 Год назад

I've owned probably 10 or so 5SFE cars. After re sealing those engines, I have never had a problem with them. If I buy one I plan to keep, I replace the timing belt, tensioner, idler, cam seal, crank seal, oil pump shaft seal and spaghetti seal, valve cover gasket, etc. then just drive drive drive it for years to come

@donreinke5863 Год назад

I will take my thirty eight year old Ford 2.8 Cologne V-6 over that 5S-FE Never been overhauled. Driven daily.

@melbourneman1178 Год назад

Awesome!! My 4th Gen 4runner is a 2004 V6 with 245,000 miles on it! Lifted on 35” tires and steel armor. It gets me places! That 4th Gen is actually a late model one. 2006-2009.

@thyslop1737 Год назад

Good video. Super steady hand on the camera. To the point. No wasted words.Respect the viewers limited time.

@JF-xq6fr Год назад

10:43 I bet you heard me yell YES!!!, when you mentioned the non-fly by wire throttle you could goose by hand UNDER the hood. I hate not being able to do this now... Along with the ridiculous no-dipstick auto trans, ease of adjusting idle speed, and about worst of all, rev-hang with a manual... Takes the joy out of the experience. Great video, thanks for your work.

@donreinke5863 Год назад

I don't like the "numb" response from many drive-by-wire systems, hence I do not buy vehicles so equipped. Who needs a late model vehicle when one can build any older vehicle....from the ground up?

@DickNemakas Год назад

Absolutely agree. The new vehicles have taken all the joy out of driving. Just bought my wife a 2000 4Runner Limited 4x4 and all the bells and whistles with 140k miles. Could not be happier.

@jamescostello7584 6 месяцев назад

So sell this s*** and buy a used one you better off

@moose354 Год назад

Ahmed, another great video. My 2004 Tundra is one of the last with the 5VZ-FE engine and manual transmission. It gets up to 25 MPG on the highway and averages 20 MPG around town. It still purrs like a kitten. A truly bulletproof engine.

@luisserna7695 Год назад

There’s no way you’re getting that kind of mileage lol. I had the same truck with the same engine and transmission. I’d be lucky to average close to 20mpg on highway trips

@moose354 Год назад

@@luisserna7695 Sorry Luis but you are dead wrong. I have a device called scangauge which reads directly off the OBD2 port and shows my fuel flow in hundredths of a gallon per hour, current MPG and average MPG among other readings. My refueling history correlates with the readings of scanguage that they are accurate readings. Perhaps you drive like a madman, I don't. What happened to your truck? I still drive mine every day.

@luisserna7695 Год назад

@@moose354 Well shit, I’m glad you’re getting that kind of mileage. I would have kept the beast had I gotten that mileage. I’ve since sold it. I’m currently looking for another one. Hopefully these prices on used vehicles come down. Have you swapped out you lower and upper ball joints?

@titanjake8640 Год назад

Clapping

@shane6115 Год назад

That gas mileage would be frowned upon here in Europe,

@mikeceli Год назад

Excellent video from a true mechanic! It is obvious he cares for his customers and their vehicles! "Old school, young man"!, he is I was in the Automobile Repair Business from 1972-1994 and I know what I am talking about!

@ocavant Год назад

I like your high rolling work table and stands. Keeps everything up at working level and not down on the ground.

@evilpeach2 Год назад

My girlfriend's Tacoma with the V6 has 342,000 miles and still runs great!

@jeffericks1930 Год назад

The 3rd gen 4Runners have got to be one of the most versatile, functional and reliable vehicles ever made. Take care of them and they won't let you down. My 2000 SR5 Highlander is still running strong with absolutely no major issues yet at 215,000 miles.

@jamescostello7584 6 месяцев назад

The Highlander was the biggest failure of any I believe just as bad as the earlier around 4:00 yeah a lot of consumption and other dumb problems why the 4Runner so cheap 96 to 2002 the only cost like a couple of thousand bucks or left over here in New York always is the two-wheel drive work truck Tacomas with a stick shift regular cab those are the things that are big buck we're going for what they cost brand new

@kevenkokos1388 Год назад

I have that motor in my 2004 Tacoma. Runs like a top and never had any problems with it. Only 174,000 miles so there is a lot of life left in it. It’s well taken care of and the plan is to keep it for many years to come.

@nevv8581 Год назад

Thanks Car Care Nut! Very informative and interesting video. Keep up the great work. The shop looks great by the way!

@thomaslam6821 Год назад

My dad bought a 1997 4Runner Limited at the end of 96. I now the owner of it. The truck now has over 111,000 miles on it. I had to replace brakes, timing belt and belts, starter, exhaust system, tires…etc. Other than normal wear and tear. The engine runs like NEW. The transmission had PO770 which I had to replace the E shift solenoid. The frame is rusting out since the truck spends all its time in Wisconsin. I just LOVE this truck!

@rightlanehog3151 Год назад

I suggest that the next time you invest in a high quality vehicle, you get it rustproofed. Rustproofing is basic, simple and absolutely mandatory preventative maintenance in the Salt Belt.

@jonmayer9458 Год назад

@@rightlanehog3151 Yes!! Could not agree more!! My 2000 4Runner, 210000 miles, is rust free. The frame and body have no rust what so ever. I do invest $35 a year in a gallon of "Fluid Film" and apply it each fall on both my Runner and Tacoma. And yes, I also live in Northern Wisconsin.

@rightlanehog3151 Год назад

@@jonmayer9458 I live in Ontario. Last year I sent AMD a short video of the underside of my 2005 Matrix-in-disguise Pontiac Vibe. My car had no rust after 16 salty winters and now it has no rust after 17 salty winters. The point was to encourage him to continually encourage viewers to get their cars rustproofed. Later this summer my car will go to Krown Rustproofing for its 18th application . There are several comparable products on the market so nobody has a legitimate excuse to passively let their car rust.

@Blakecryderman7244 Год назад

@@rightlanehog3151 I don’t even rustproof my 06 Matrix with 244000 kilometres and I’m in Canada. It’s been sprayed with salt by passing trucks several times, yet it has no rust. I rinse the subframe off whenever I can. The 16 year old subframe coating is still intact, because it hasn’t been hit with rocks or scraped off by a car jack. Undercoating stuff on top of another can cause more harm than good in a late model vehicle, look at consumer reports about that, it’s true.

@zonie1953 Год назад

Ahmed , My 2000 Tacoma Pre-runner has this engine. At 301,000 runs perfect. I picked this up here in Phoenix with 6 miles. The oddest thing that happened on this truck. When I did the first spark plug change at the factory recommended 30,000 miles, I was surprised to find NGK plugs on one side and Nippondenso plugs on the other !

@waynes.2983 Год назад

Found the same thing on first plug change on my 2015 tacoma with the 1gr-fe engine. Weird huh.

@user-3tf67bk46u Год назад

@@waynes.2983 That is very curious. I'll be checking back to see Ahmed's thoughts on it. The fact that you too found this means there must be some peculiar reason. Surely there isn't a left hand factory worker and a right hand factory worker on the engine assembly line.

@SuperSnakePlissken Год назад

I also had a 2000 Tacoma V6 3.4L TRD Off Road access cab 5-speed manual truck. I bought it right out of high school for $17,335.00. I drove that truck until I bought a 2021 Tundra TRD Pro last year. It had 282,090 when I sold it to one of my younger cousins who was looking for a daily commuter. Anyway, outside of maintenance that little truck was the best. Did go through three clutches and because it was a Texas truck its entire life I'm sure that helped it last. With that said, that 5.7L V8 Tundra is such a nice upgrade.

@trdrav4 Год назад

It’s not unusual to have one bank Denso and other NGK from the factory. If you see Bosch that’s a recall

@brettperkins4643 Год назад

@@SuperSnakePlissken I LOVE my tundra, I'm at 108,000 hoping to triple that

@travezripley Год назад

Always the best info, technical and literal. I love this Channel.

@lyndonthan4350 Год назад

Appreciate the enthusiam that goes with really knowing your stuff. Thanks for another great video.

@chabssperformance1442 Год назад

My all time favourite engine is the 2TZ- FE 2.4 litre engine that came in the Toyota Previa/Tarago Now that's what you call Toyota Engineering from the 90s Engineering 30 years ahead of it's time. 👌 Keep up the Good work AMD Really Enjoying watching and listening to you very informative videos. Watching from Australia.

@robbflynn4325 Год назад

the original timing belt in my 2004 Sequoia with the V8 looked even better, had 160,000 miles.

@matticusmac6452 Год назад

Awesome channel, just found it. Love the low key tone, no ridiculous attitude, and great vid, audio, and I love your engine knowledge and tranny, great! Currently have a 2005 100 series with 320k miles that is near mint. I have very nice 2003 Tundra stepside 4x4 with 145k miles, love them both!

@rightlanehog3151 Год назад

👏👏

@ironworker5792 Год назад

What an education in every episode you publish!!! You the man

@aislingmairead4939 Год назад

Thank you for this content! I have seen these online with ridiculous miles on them, and my technician side wondered how they had been maintained or how they might look inside or underneath after 425,000 miles (yes, I found one on Autotrader with 425!).. then I look at my 2010 Trail with almost 200k on her, and figure it's probably about the same. Toyota really does make a superior product, and it seems most people really love their 4Runners. My only regret is not buying one much sooner!

@4GSR Год назад

Watch out for the spammer!!!

@AntonioClaudioMichael Год назад

I have to agree I have 6 3rd Gen 4runners with the 5VZ-Fe and they range from 280k all the way up to 1.3M Miles on one of them and I have a few over 400k and 1 and 789k they are amazing engines when taken care of and treated good

@jamescostello7584 6 месяцев назад

Overweight underpowered gas guzzler

@AntonioClaudioMichael 6 месяцев назад

@@jamescostello7584 I get on average 18 to 20 mpg if its such a overweight gas guzzler explain to me why they get more gas mileage then the average vehicle these days that isn't a hybrid and if they are such junk explain why 97 percent of them are still on the road oh And Fun fact 3rd gen 4runners have been in millions of movies and TV shows.. the average 2010 to 2023 vehicle Is on the road No more then A few years before there wrecked.. and if there such junk explain why majority of them have more miles then you walk a Year.

@bl9531 Год назад

A man who is passionate about what he does .. respect

@LongArizona Год назад

Dear Master AMD! I have always enjoyed every single one of your videos! I am grateful for your teaching!

@chadrussell8282 Год назад

That is what some people would call a Holy Grail 3rd gen 4runner right there! 5 speed, 4x4, and rear diff lock!! Nice rig for sure!!

@reeksreeks3017 Год назад

In the 90’s when the national park rangers drove 1st gen tacomas 4x4’s they had manual locking hubs. Never saw that option at the dealership.

@jeffericks1930 Год назад

Yep, that would be the Holy Grail. I'm settling for my 2000 SR5 Highlander with diff lock and non-functioning hood scoop. I love it but lust after that 5-speed..

@xamideex8937 8 месяцев назад

The security system is not wanted on holy grail 3rd gens though. Not a deal breaker but definitely would be better without it.

@TechCrazy Год назад

First 4Runner was 2007. After 12 years and 175k miles I still had the OEM Panasonic battery going strong.Not a single rattle after all those years. I hated to part with it but the 2017 model was tempting and I went with it. But I still miss that 2007 4Runner. The 2017 model as slight rattle on the driver side windows which is annoying sometimes.But I wil say that on both the 4Runner the OEM Tokico shocks went bad after 65k miles. Had to get it replaced with KYB's. I wish they put a more robust suspension on these from the the factory. Of course the trail and off road editions might come with better shocks.

@amandeepbaa6978 Год назад

Just put dampening and insulation material for much quiter ride

@tedcook8749 6 месяцев назад

Really, really informative!! Thanks so much for this AMD!

@Mr1dvsbstrd Год назад

You speak with a passion ! Pleasure to watch and learn .

@chuckwalla2967 Год назад

They left the airbag tag on for 23 years? Must be the kind of people that leave the film on their display screens like phone, tv, monitor.

@michaelpalm2210 Год назад

weird yes....I think I threw mine in the glove box?

@z06rcr Год назад

My 2001 4Runner just hit the 250,000 mile mark… I’ve done the timing belt twice ( and used that tool too!) Never had an issue with it. Lots of road salt here in NJ. But Fluid-Film has done its job.

@rightlanehog3151 Год назад

Exactly!!!! You have to rustproof in the Salt Belt.

@josephstratti52 Год назад

Timing chain on my BA Aussie ford never has to be changed even beyond that mileage smooth and strong simple motor has never been to a mechanic with more miles and no head problems.

@jamescostello7584 6 месяцев назад

04 Triton sucks I just seen two of them at $120,000 me the motors and knocking the frames are rotten and they drive like s*** with the transmission slipping Ford stock Chevy truck Dodge sucks ass Jeep and Kia can all suck your ass later

@mrandreq1 Год назад

This guy is an amazing tech...thank you for all of your videos. Much appreciated...

@MPGunther1 Год назад

Love the shop time you give us

@dirkbindemann1852 Год назад

As mention before by me. My daily car is a Hilux 3KZTE diesel d/c 4x4 with 500 000km. After having newer toyotas (7 Hilux's and 8 land cruisers), I decided to keep this one. Very good hard working vehicle with no trouble at all.

@amandeepbaa6978 Год назад

Yeah the almighty TOYOTA vehicle

@offgridmangogrower Год назад

Wish we had that hilux diesel stateside…there would never be a fuel shortage compared to gas driven trucks…

@joelawrence56 Год назад

1KZ

@dirkbindemann1852 Год назад

@@joelawrence56 No, it is a 3KZTE. It is a South African 2003 D/C model with a 3litre turbo diesel. The last 3KZTE was the 2004 Legend 35. That was the total years of the Hilux in South Africa. Should know because I am driving it nearly every day for 20 years.

@valdius85 Год назад

In Japan, there is only Prado available. I wished to have access to the 4runner, or Prado without the barn door :) RIght now I drive a Forester and I am happy with it, especially the value for money is excellent, AWD is good for my needs and the fuel consumption of the e-boxre is decent as well. It is not a "solid build" vehicle though.

@thiaguinhooitodois2211 Год назад

Just got myself a 2023 4Runner. So happy with it

@geomod6850 Год назад

Thank you for sharing this information. Very professional and well made video.

@larrybenson902 Год назад

Thank you for the video - We have a 2002 4Runner and 2014 4Runner, so love them. We also owned the 3.0L 2nd Gen 4Runner - sadly not a great motor. Best of luck in your new shop - God Bless!

@rightlanehog3151 Год назад

AMD is not just a cheerleader, he is consistent in pointing out Toyota's rare dud engines.

@larrybenson902 Год назад

@@rightlanehog3151 indeed, I've had 6 Toyotas and put over a million miles on all of them, that 3.0 V6 was a complete dud !!! Overheating and all other kinds of issues. Still love them.

@rightlanehog3151 Год назад

@@larrybenson902 I have been driving my Toyota-in-disguise Pontiac Vibe with the base 1.8 engine since 2005 . For years I toyed with the idea of 'upgrading' to one with the more powerful 2.4 engine. I am so glad I never did because an engine that burns oil would drive me nuts.

@AOW162435 Год назад

Great video. Bought my '01 SR5 new, have done all of the maintenance myself, and currently have 515,400 miles on the clock. OG engine/transmission. Will do timing belt job #3 in a few months. Wonderful vehicles.

@dirtygertee Год назад

You crack me up😂 Grandpa and Grandson! I own a 2008 4 Runner V8 I think that may be the last year they made it in a V8. I love it. Thanks for the video

@taoufikmanai6512 Год назад

Ahmed pls keep going. May lord bless you and bless your family. If I travel to Chicago I will of course pay Ahmed a visit to shake his hand and just telling how much we miss great people like him!

@wimschoenmakers5463 Год назад

Nice video...... but I noticed a lot of focus problems in the video. Try to adjust the focus point, or if it is not possible keep a greater distance to the object. Some action camera's have a verry wide angle and fixed focus point, so the center of the video becomes a blurry mess. Keep up the good work ! 👍

@TheCarCareNut Год назад

Thank you! We’re having camera issues and trying to improve things.

@rightlanehog3151 Год назад

@@TheCarCareNut 😉

@martindzincioloski9182 Год назад

It's the other nut again. Excellent comparison. The 99 was an awesome build. Too clean to be an Illinois vehicle. On technical side for service. Time is the enemy. All the brake parts could have been saved, providing the owner was meticulous with maintenance. Provided they have a good repair shop that will go the extra mile. Every 5 year, I pull the wheels off my 02 ESCALADE to rotate the tires and totally disassemble the brakes. There is more corrosion than wear. The parking brake adjusters get cleaned and greased along with all the O.E.M. parts. Like you showed with the belts that looked new and the tensioner that went bad. In the last 15 years I have replaced more tensioners than belts. My escalade sits for long periods of time which causes more issues with bearings than belts.

@02markcal Год назад

Like applying Fluid Film annually, I wish I knew to grease the calipers as preventative maintenance when I first purchased my Tacoma.

@RoMiTouring Год назад

I just found your channel... and while I live in Australia, it is still all relevant to my Toyota.. Loving watching your episodes, and looking forward to many more to help me care for my 2016 FJ Cruiser.

@rightlanehog3151 Год назад

Are you as jealous of our 4Runners as we are of your Prados?

@RoMiTouring Год назад

I think Toyota give us your 4Runner , and call it Fortuner… maybe not, could be a different model. They used to sell a Hulix ute out here ‘as’ a 4Runner , I think it comes with a canopy on the rear tub. The Prado should be far more popular than it is, many 4wd guys see the Prado as a ‘soccer mum car’.

@ironmaxima3672 9 месяцев назад

I enjoy how AMD talks about the vehicles in his shop. It’s like he is talking about a cherished family member. I enjoy his videos more than anything on tv. At least I am learning something.