Great videos. I just owned a high mileage 4Runner, and watched your videos to help me figure out the DIYs before I head to the mechanic shop. The only exception I have with this video is that the rear differential case is calling for either just straight SAE 90 if temp above 0 F, or 80W-90 if temp below 0 F
Hey did you ever change yours and if so, did you use conventional or synthetic? Some have said after high mileage the seals started to leak when changed over to synthetic.
Thanks for the video. I just changed mine for the first time watching yours and a couple others. One thing I noticed though, is it looked like you put the crush washer backwards compared to some of the other instructions I've read. I'm not sure if it even makes a difference though honestly.
bought the gaskets through the link provided .. they say they mail to Canada but they don't I tried but it keeps coming back as does not ship to that address
For mine it really wasn't rusted but had a hell of a time breaking it loose. Took a couple sprays of PB blaster, a 25" breaker bar, and a cigar torch lighter.
Edlin is wrong my 04 rear diff takes different gear oil than the front and TC. Go by specs in Manual or call toyota 800 number not dealership, they’re clueless.
looks like you didnt need to even jack up the car. good job. did you use 75W90 for the diffs and transfer case? I thought the transfer case needed a different weight, but correct me if im wrong
Do not use gear oil in transfer case...either get the Toyota 75w (really expensive!) or Royal Purple Synchormax Manual Transmission Fluid...Royal Purple guarantees it for 4runner transfer cases
Definitely look at your manual, it has the exact specs for the TC, front and rear diff., google manual if you don’t have it or call Toyota, they will email you the manual page with the specs. I have an 04 and my rear diff is SAE 90 above 0 degrees F OR SAE 80W or 80W90 0 degrees or below. The front diff and the TC call for SAE 75W90. All specify hyoid gear oil except for rear diff. Note this is for my model 04 with 1GR-FE engine
48 ft lbs on the front differential?!? Noooo. The Toyota service manual calls for 29 Ft Lbs. I'd also recommend a hex socket on a 24" breaker bar (or a stubby impact on low setting) to break these free given the amount of force required on older/rusty cars. Also-use a torque wrench when reinstalling. They cost very little and they're so useful every time you work on your vehicle. It's very easy to over-torque these bolts (or under-torque if you're using a small hand tool). Retired technician here.
Many horror stories about front diff drain plug removal, i.e. using hammer and chisel after stripping it, having to weld bolts on after stripping it, etc. I initially tried using a hex socket with a breaker bar; wouldn't budge. I then tried my cordless impact wrench and after "hammering" at it for about three or four 5-second intervals it came loose. My vehice has 205K on it and lets just say the fluid hadn't been changed for some time. Just fyi.
Great videos. I just owned a high mileage 4Runner, and watched your videos to help me figure out the DIYs before I head to the mechanic shop.
The only exception I have with this video is that the rear differential case is calling for either just straight SAE 90 if temp above 0 F, or 80W-90 if temp below 0 F
i just followed my car manual !
You won’t notice a difference between 80w-90 and 75w-90. The 75 will flow a bit better in the cold. This isn’t the space shuttle.
Love these types of videos, short and straight to the point
This oil is not for all 03-09 models
great video man, i was looking for the actual amounts but i found them elsewhere anyways still very straight forward video!
yeah sorry it was in my description i thought
Thanks. I’ve done this before but forgot the socket sizes and fill amounts. 👍🏻
No problem 👍
Thanks for the links to Amazon. I going to attempt to do this myself. The stealer quoted me $395
good luck hope it works out !
Gotta love em man
Great video my man! Doing mine tomorrow.
Good luck!
This is for a 4wd so a 2WD just has the rear case?
yup
Great video! Does the skid plate need to be removed to access the front diff or transfer case for this generation?
yes for front diff
Do you think its safe to change a 97 4runner Ltd 240k differential oil if it has never been changed before? Everything works well now.
Its not like a transmission, so yes you should most definitely change it
Hey did you ever change yours and if so, did you use conventional or synthetic? Some have said after high mileage the seals started to leak when changed over to synthetic.
@@user-ip7kz6oy5t Not yet, car is in storage now. But do plan to change. I use the Mobile 1 stuff.
Thank you!
Thanks for the video. I just changed mine for the first time watching yours and a couple others. One thing I noticed though, is it looked like you put the crush washer backwards compared to some of the other instructions I've read. I'm not sure if it even makes a difference though honestly.
yeah no leak yet but nice catch !
Best practice is to have flat side towards the bolt, but it should be fine either way
Thanks for the video. Need to do this on my GX470. Did you just estimate the torque on the front diff using those hex wrenches?
Yes I did
My 07 Tacoma LSD takes 80 SAE gear oil. Anything less than the viscosity and you'll have issues with the diff.
bought the gaskets through the link provided ..
they say they mail to Canada but they don't I tried but it keeps coming back as does not ship to that address
yeah weird no control over that sorry
What did you use for front drain plug removal? You left that out.
17mm
Did you use 75w90 on the Rear?
yup just followed the manual
04’s DO NOT use 75W90 for rear differential.
Thank you bro! Great video!!
No problem!
short and sweet, thanks
Glad you liked it!
Does anyone know if a v6 gasket will fit on v8? (Not drain plug) plus i cant find any for v8s.
good video man
thanks
Not to sound weird or anything, but you have a very relaxing voice lol
Oh thank you!
Transfer case only applies to 4wd vehicles correct?
yup
can I use mobile1 75w-90 gear lube for auto transmission fluid 4th Toyota 4Runner ?
check manual
2004 toyota Sequoias are not 4 way bolts their hex bolts like the 24mm transfer case
good to know thanks !
Toyota said to use 75W-85 but all I can find in the stores is 75w90.
weird i just followed my manual. would have to get at dealership then
What to do if drain and fill bolts/plugs are rusted and can’t get off?
spray penetrate spray over a few days and knock it with a hammer to help it penetrate. might have to do it over a week to make sure you dont strip it.
Edlin Where could I purchase replacement drain and fill bolts? Any ideas?
Frank Arvia -local dealer or Toyota OEM parts online....sorry I don’t know the part numbers. Good luck!
For mine it really wasn't rusted but had a hell of a time breaking it loose. Took a couple sprays of PB blaster, a 25" breaker bar, and a cigar torch lighter.
@@frankarvia634 local dealership parts department
Is it the same for v6 and v8 4runner?
same method. check manual for exact fluid but im sure its the same
Depends on the year. 04 rear diff with 1GR-FE engine is different gear oil thank front and TC
Is it same oil with Differentials and Transfer case?
yup
Edlin is wrong my 04 rear diff takes different gear oil than the front and TC. Go by specs in Manual or call toyota 800 number not dealership, they’re clueless.
This on my todo list
nice good luck !!
Did you end up using all 7qt or just 6qt?
6 and change
looks like you didnt need to even jack up the car. good job. did you use 75W90 for the diffs and transfer case? I thought the transfer case needed a different weight, but correct me if im wrong
no its the same. but always refer to manual and not a youtube video just in case =)
Do not use gear oil in transfer case...either get the Toyota 75w (really expensive!) or Royal Purple Synchormax Manual Transmission Fluid...Royal Purple guarantees it for 4runner transfer cases
Definitely look at your manual, it has the exact specs for the TC, front and rear diff., google manual if you don’t have it or call Toyota, they will email you the manual page with the specs. I have an 04 and my rear diff is SAE 90 above 0 degrees F OR SAE 80W or 80W90 0 degrees or below. The front diff and the TC call for SAE 75W90. All specify hyoid gear oil except for rear diff. Note this is for my model 04 with 1GR-FE engine
48 ft lbs on the front differential?!? Noooo. The Toyota service manual calls for 29 Ft Lbs. I'd also recommend a hex socket on a 24" breaker bar (or a stubby impact on low setting) to break these free given the amount of force required on older/rusty cars. Also-use a torque wrench when reinstalling. They cost very little and they're so useful every time you work on your vehicle. It's very easy to over-torque these bolts (or under-torque if you're using a small hand tool). Retired technician here.
Yessss. 48 ft lbs on front differential drain plug if equipped with OE 10mm hex and flat brass washer. 29 ft lb on fill plug with crush washer.
How often do you change these? I assume at 60k miles along with the transmission fluid
yeah thats what i would go. make it easy
Many horror stories about front diff drain plug removal, i.e. using hammer and chisel after stripping it, having to weld bolts on after stripping it, etc. I initially tried using a hex socket with a breaker bar; wouldn't budge. I then tried my cordless impact wrench and after "hammering" at it for about three or four 5-second intervals it came loose. My vehice has 205K on it and lets just say the fluid hadn't been changed for some time. Just fyi.
thanks for the tip
What is the best safest method for removal?
If I stripped filling plug I would just remove one of cv axles and fill it from there... big deal.
Why are you using LS? 04 doesn't have LSD.
05
Correct. Also 04 uses different gear oil for rear differential depending on your geographic location … weather above 0 or below 0 degrees Fahrenheit
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What a waste of a vehicle not going "off-roading!"
yes super wasteeeeeee