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2000 Toyota 4Runner repairs by problem area
Engine (34%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (18%)
Brakes and Traction Control (13%)
Suspension and Steering (14%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (14%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (3%)
Other (3%)
Chart based on 92 repairs.
2000 Toyota 4Runner engine repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (4%)
$500 - $999 (25%)
$100 - $499 (29%)
< $100 (43%)
Chart based on 28 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2000 Toyota 4Runner
Engine not specified
| 224000 mi US $300 |
Spark plug flew out. |
2000 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV
183-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range
| 225000 mi US $400 |
Mass air sensor was replaced in order to pass state inspection |
| 134000 mi | Symptom: poor idle, gradual loss of power. Air intake was plugged with grime past the air filter. I understand this happens on 2000 4Runner. |
| 147000 mi US $60 |
Got a P0420 CEL. Problem was the second O2 sensor which I replaced and that solved the problem |
| 154000 mi US $140 |
Oil cooler gasket was leaking oil. It was replaced and oil leak problem was fixed. |
| 147000 mi US $90 |
Tensioner pulley was squeaking. |
| 186000 mi US $700 |
Ticking was coming from engine. Accessory belt bearing was replaced and spark plugs. Ticking was not resolved. |
| 220300 mi | clutch worn out completely - flywheel cracked, probably due to excess heat from driving on a slipping clutch. |
2000 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV
183-horsepower 3.4L V6 4-speed automatic RWD
| 96000 mi | O2 sensor |
| 94000 mi | The "check engine" light was on and the mechanic told me that the Oxygen sensor needed to be replaced. |
| 185000 mi US $980 |
water pump, and while they were replacing the water pump put in new timing belt. |
2000 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV
183-horsepower 3.4L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| 237500 mi US $500 |
Valve cover gaskets leaking. |
| 190000 mi US $550 |
Rear catalytic converter and oxygen sensor replaced. They were original. California emissions vehicle. |
| 128500 mi US $20 |
While checking the antifreeze quality (cold rating), radiator cap broke into pieces. Internal part of radiator cap corroded through allowing the pressure relief portion to fall into the radiator tank. Replaced radiator cap with new one. |
| 171000 mi | Check engine light on. $1,700 to fix. Too expensive. |
| 176000 mi US $1016 |
Check engine light came on, poor gas mileage, engine not as powerful. Drove for about a year like that and then took to garage to replace knock sensors when it was in for an oil change. Total price with oil change was 1051.51 |
| 189000 mi US $300 |
Water pump leaking at shaft. Replaced water pump, thermostat, hoses. Also replaced timing belt, two idler pulleys and hydraulic tensioner. Timing belt had never been replaced before. Old belt, pulleys & tensioner were ok - PM only. |
| 192000 mi US $100 |
Valve covers leaking oil. Replaced valve cover gaskets, washer seals. While in there, replaced PCV valve and throttle coolant hoses which had no apparent issues - PM only. |
| 196500 mi US $300 |
Replaced muffler. |
| 204000 mi | Check Engine Light for P0171 - lean air/fuel mixture. Cleaned Mass Air Flow Sensor and replaced air filter which resolved problem. |
| 226300 mi US $96 |
Occasional multiple cylinder misfire (P0300)during damp conditions. Installed new spark plugs and wires and new coil boots which corrected problem. Plug replacement 30,000 mile overdue. |
| 120000 mi US $600 |
Radiator broke internally. Coolant mixed with transmission fluid. Radiator replaced. Coolant had to be totally flushed. Transmission had to be completely flushed and filled. |
| 138500 mi | "Check engine" light sensor. It's come on a couple times in the last 2 years but nothing is ever wrong. |
| 150000 mi US $600 |
Replaced catalytic converter. |
| 108000 mi US $50 |
Replaced rear oxygen sensor due to check engine light with code p0420. |
2000 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV
183-horsepower 3.4L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 80000 mi | O2 sensors |
| 102000 mi | No heat. Read brand/model forum and learned about fix. WD40 and manual manipulation freed stuck valve, allowing coolant to flow into heater core. |
| 102500 mi US $200 |
Purchased car with new OEM Radiator. Needed to be replaced again. Aftermarket racing model installed, brand recommended by 4Runner Forum. |
| 140000 mi US $300 |
Changed out spark plug wires. |
| 172000 mi US $750 |
Replaced a fuel injector. Replaced the valve cover seal. |
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