TOYOTA FJ CRUISER/4RUNNER/TACOMA • SAVE MONEY ON GAS - GUARANTEED BETTER MPG

Yes you Can,
get 20 MPG out of a Toyota FJ CRUISER / 4RUNNER / TACOMA or more.
This video will show you a few easy steps to accomplish that.
What was your best gas mileage to date?
(Also include model and year)
What’s your method to save on gas?
What’s the best fuel additive?
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Thank you for watching!

[@OGLewbaby]

OK, as a Toyota tech (off the record of course....) do dealerships EVER clean the MAF or only if asked/chargeable. I can totally do it, but wondered if they do it ever in any of the "maintenances"? Love the FJ.... and glad you found the plug issue... that is CRAZY.

[@VikingsGarage]

Totally off the record 😅… They never clean the MAF sensor. I actually do this every Time I change the customer’s spark plugs. I do it out of courtesy, I do it because it’s the right thing to do. These upcoming guys are not only clueless but also only obsessed with one thing. Making hours. Thank you for watching!😉

[@trailrunnah8886]

​@@VikingsGarageThat's awesome, much respect to you for doing that. I wish I knew of a tech like you locally to me. I do most of my own work, but when it's a diagnostic thing or something I don't want to tackle, I have a hard time trusting anyone else to do it.

[@VikingsGarage]

I don’t blame you. I don’t trust anyone with my vehicles. These technicians aren’t honest or caring of other people’s property.

[@donphillips4492]

@@VikingsGarage Hey. thanks for all your important tips. I have a question hopefully you can help me. this morning my key fob stopped locking / unlocking doors for some reason. i thought it was maybe the battery but then i got home and tried with my extra FOB and same thing. i press the button and nothing happens except red light on FOBs blinks. PLEASE HELP!!! Thanks in advance

[@VikingsGarage]

It’s almost impossible for me to diagnose an issue like that over the phone. But based on your explanation I would start by replacing the key fob batteries. Easy and simple.

[@andrewward4246]

I think an under rated adjustment for fuel economy is checking proper tire inflation.

[@VikingsGarage]

Absolutely!! 💯 I check mine once a week, sometimes every other week. Great point! 👏🏻

[@efil4kizum]

decades ago when one of my Tacoma tires had a small leak the MPG was definitely noticeable... it would get down to 22 psi... filled it up and the MPG went back to normal... now i have an unexplained MPG difference since extensive work was done in a Chicago Yota nut shop... losing 50 to 60 miles per full tank in the winter and 20 to 30 MPG in the summer from the historical norm on this rig

[@richardstone5241]

This might sound like overkill but I change my oil (full synthetic) at 5,000 mile intervals with new filter. Grease all zerks at 5,000 also. I add a bottle of Techron Gas Treatment at the same time. Thoroughly clean MAF and Throttle body (I have used CRC for many years, the best) during oil change. Change ALL fluids annually (coolant, brakes, front and rear diff's, transfer case, trans, power steering). Replace spark plugs and PCV every 30,000 miles even though I use iridium plugs. All of my vehicles go over 250,000 miles with no major issues!!!

[@VikingsGarage]

I have zero doubts they do… because you stay on top of it as you should. Treat her well, she will return the favor 😉💪🏻

[@domcummins4148]

I do the same but I change the oil at 3500 miles. Like you I use synthetic oil. I don't care what people say but I do this since I was 17 years old and now I'm 45.

[@richardstone5241]

@@domcummins4148 I can appreciate that oil change at 3,500 miles and I did the same (3,000) when I used non-synthetic. When I switched to syn I changed my interval to 5,000. I'm in my 70's and frankly I find it hard to follow the 5,000 mile change but so far no issues.

[@domcummins4148]

​@@richardstone5241Me too

[@domcummins4148]

It's one of those things that you get used to change the oil at 3000 miles and at the same time it gives you "peace of mind" but in reality there's is nothing wrong by changing synthetic oil at 5000 miles. I don't know I guess is a crazy habit of mine😀

[@imtherealjoeyd]

I got a 1999 4runner a few years back and first thing I did was the 30k Maintenence (had 177k on it). All 4 spark plugs were different brands (I have the 2.7l 4cyl). Not only different brands but all gaps were off and not even close to being gapped correctly. One was not even screwed in at all…. And it was still running ok before I changed them… it’s amazing these Toyotas can technically be ragged and never maintained and still keep kicking. I believe it was abused for those 177k miles. But luckily she’s with me now and I take care of all the maintenance correctly now! Of course thanks to all you videos I’m able to do the maintenance. So thank you again. I also have a 21 4 runner that I maintain and just did the power steering fluid from your video on it. It’s got 30k in it. You rock!

[@VikingsGarage]

🙏🏻 Much appreciated!! Amazing story, thank you for sharing! Crazy how despite it all, they still mange to run. 🤯

[@2-old-Forthischet]

I had 2.7L in my 2003 Tacoma (I gave it to my son last year). It threw a misfire code on a cylinder which was a spark plug problem. Those were the original plugs with over 130,000 miles on them.

[@VikingsGarage]

Wow, they must have been worn out by 130k. It probably ran like a top after. 💪🏻

[@Cylon333]

I heard stories about the old land cruisers from the 70's that you could even pour pee for brake fluid (in remotes places in the Amazon river)and it still worked, incredible.

[@VikingsGarage]

@casablancaed3457 that’s absolutely insane if true, but can we really rule it out? 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@wolfeadventures]

After I cleaned my throttlebody, my 4runner had a much smoother throttle tip in highly recommend doing that.

[@VikingsGarage]

👏🏻👏🏻

[@chrisc8856]

Of course, RPM management has been my top fuel saver in the 4R. Best around 55-60 mph with 31.5" tires. Not convinced to go to 33s since I did a two inch lift and only do overlanding for prospecting mostly on good dirt roads and old mining roads. No rock crawling or serious 4 wheeling in rocks. I do tow a 6'x7' box trailer that is a military communications shelter that normally goes in the back of a Hummvee but built on an off road box tube custom trailer frame. When towing that out in the Nevada desert on the freeway with higher winds the 4R does not have enough power to shift to 5th gear so I am considering re-gearing to 4.56.

[@VikingsGarage]

Wow, you probably have to.

[@comeoncents3288]

Those are some nice set of wheels on your driveway. Viking bloodline choice.

[@VikingsGarage]

Thank you! 🤘🏻

[@Tehilliym]

Ya had and fj and loved it. Wish the gas tank was bigger 💯

[@VikingsGarage]

Same 👍🏻

[@NickKozup]

22 mpg on a roadtrip in my 06 4WD 4r Sport!

[@VikingsGarage]

Totally, I’ve seen similar numbers with lots of highway driving. But honestly not so sure with its body shape that I can get there with the FJ 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@joeythedime1838]

Crazy on the spark plugs! Congratulations you live in a beautiful neighborhood.

[@VikingsGarage]

🙏🏻 Thank you Sir! I love it here, it’s nice and quite.

[@Project_EG2]

Great video bro I love all your cars especially the s2k. I had my injectors cleaned and noticed I get about 10 extra miles per tank on average. Not much but it adds up in the long run

[@VikingsGarage]

Oh yeah, cleaning the injectors can be overlooked but it’s such a crucial part. Yeah I got to drive that S2K more, I appreciate you!

[@tubecoatue]

By the way.. That FJ is really good looking.

[@VikingsGarage]

Much appreciated!! 🙏🏻

[@Tpr41]

A fuel additive to check out:- ‘Fuel Doctor’, an Australian product. Can be used in petrol (‘gas’ for you Americans) and diesel engines. It cleans and improves fuel systems, disperses moisture and also works as a long term fuel stabiliser extending the storage life of petrol (gas) up to 24 months and diesel for up to 5 years. The product is used extensively by the Australian defence forces and was also picked up as a product by Castrol. I use it in all fuel now from the lawn mower to my cars, motorbikes and 4WD, either every third or fourth tank fill or into jerry cans as a fuel stabiliser. Have a look for yourself.

[@VikingsGarage]

Will most certainly give it a go. Thank you!!

[@SammyKurts-ku2ht]

I have a 2000 4Runner lifted 5 inches on 33 inch tires stock 4.10 gearing I average 18 mpg all day long 350 miles minimum to a tank of gas

[@tubecoatue]

My usual mpg (on a whole tank) on my 5th gen 4Runner is 20.5 and I do the math every fill-up. I get my best mileage with all the windows down. I've actually seen 25+ if I really make a game out of it and milk it. My best ever was 29 mpg (on the trip I regularly track) but I'm pretty sure I must have had a tail wind. That's what's both good and bad about the boxy shape of the 4Runner; it can both hurt or drastically help mpg depending on the wind direction. I'd be very interested to hear if you noticed any difference when you put on off-road tires. As my numbers reflect the OEM road tires I got when purchased.

[@VikingsGarage]

Wow those are amazing numbers. Yeah the off-road tires cost me at least 1.5mpg. I’m averaging in the 4Runner 20mpg

[@rickkuithe5677]

Sheeeit. I’m at 15 avg

[@VikingsGarage]

Wow, must be lots of city driving.

[@rickkuithe5677]

Yah I guess. Even on long trips it usually doesn’t get much better. Damn 33s I guess. I suppose I should clean my throttle body and maf lol

[@VikingsGarage]

Yeah give it a shot. 👍🏻

[@g.a.duncan3608]

Denso TT iridium 100k+ are great. Little better mileage. Better response the first day. The next day it's the same 4runner you had yesterday. Who puts Autolite in a Toyota? I used a few times in my early junk driving days, always replaced with something else. My used 4runner had regular OEM Densos with 0.77 gap. I still got 22mpg and never missed a beat.

[@VikingsGarage]

👍🏻

[@billseiler4952]

FJ would look cool in a heritage blue wrap….leave top white of course

[@VikingsGarage]

I probably should!! Love heritage blue!!

[@JB-lc2fn]

Cavalry Blue Rocks.Cheers

[@g.a.duncan3608]

Seafoam throttle body cleaner is best I have used for Toyota. Foams when it hits intake air during running injection cleans better than the B-12 I used to clean my belt feds with overseas. My buddy told me for years until I tried it. You will see carbon burning after following the directions and running that smells like carbon and looks like a forest fire. Some throttle bodies are not coated if you spray around the flap it will deteriorate the aluminum. I always used rag over brush to clean around the flap. Pry bar or extension against the gas pedal and seat forward to hold it, turn key on to open throttle body. I always have to work alone and improvise.

[@VikingsGarage]

That’s the same exact way I used to do it at Acura, helps specifically when you working alone.

[@SammyKurts-ku2ht]

Cata-clean is like no other product on the market ! It cleans your entire fuel system and exhaust system! Great product.. add it at a quarter tank drive 15-20 miles normally and refill with 93 octane watch the results

[@LRM667]

Watch The Motor Oil Geek!!! His research is amazing!

[@VikingsGarage]

I’ve been hooked from day one. Extremely useful information. I do appreciate you sharing that. He’s great!

[@stephanlevesque7632]

Would be interested in seeing a video talking about that Ridgeline

[@VikingsGarage]

Possible, in the future!

[@FBobby]

I cannot believe how wrong those plugs were. Definitely not getting proper full combustion with those.

[@VikingsGarage]

Insane right!

[@woodyx10]

i use the exact product for my black plastics

[@VikingsGarage]

Great stuff!! 🤘🏻

[@efil4kizum]

how does That Product handle the rain? every multiple product I have tried on black trim just washes right off with rain and have to reapply it... i have not tried this particular one yet

[@woodyx10]

@efil4kizum it lasts nearly a month for me. It almost has the consistency of sun tan lotion. I apply it monthly and it seems to work well. I have never tried runni.g water over it but I live in South Carolina and it rains often here.

[@jamesray3920]

On my 07 yota fj cruiser 6 speed manual with a Magnuson supercharger, get excellent gas mileage when it parked 😊

[@VikingsGarage]

😂

[@alexroberts6373]

I use the BG MOA & Fuel Additive at every oil change

[@VikingsGarage]

💯

[@Sasquatchflow]

Can you protect your vehicle from an EMP??

[@dl7509]

I'm in the camp of buying top tier gas . It has the recommended manufacturer detergent levels. Thus making store bought fuel additives useless.

[@VikingsGarage]

That’s the right way to do it.

[@timvanhuss9352]

BNG 44k is the one My 07 FJ 6 speed manual I bought used with 85,000 miles Believe it still had the original plugs Because one side had Denso in the other head, NGK He cautious when buying plugs online you have to look out for the knock offs Love the Honda shopping for one is yours ap2

[@VikingsGarage]

Ap1 … 2002

[@timvanhuss9352]

Yes sir

[@Papolucho702]

I traded in my 2020 4Runner for a Mazda CX 50. Lifestyle change but I do wonder if I had to do some extra cleaning for it to get. Better mileage and downsize the tires. I did get a Yotawerx tune and it improved the mileage from 13.5 to 14.5-15 average but highway it was hitting 20-21 Next time I do get a 4Runner and you bet I will, I will just get the tune and keep the tires smaller. Pretty sure the MAF sensor was filthy by the time I traded it in and I should’ve some that and the throttle body. Oh well. Found out my rig was bought by a mom with two kids. I hope they enjoy it, the salesman told me she loved everything but the exhaust lol tasteful nods and had a storm trooper theme to it My daughter does miss it

[@VikingsGarage]

I can only imagine. I’m sure you’ll get another one soon.

[@Thankyou_3]

Thank you brother, great knowledge sharing.

[@VikingsGarage]

🙏🏻

[@conceptmania8436]

Great info. I been using eco boast on my 2007 fj's obd port and now get all around 20 mpg thats city Hwy together. No power loss what so ever.

[@VikingsGarage]

Very cool!

[@mansourismail2525]

good evening I have the same car. when I start the car it takes a few seconds before starting. and when I put the gear on drive and press the accelerator the car takes one to two seconds before starting please help me what do you think is the problem? I have already changed the pump and cleaned the air filter

[@VikingsGarage]

And by pump you mean fuel pump, correct?

[@knotshore5957]

Liqui Moly 2007 Jectron Gasoline Fuel Injection Cleaner

[@VikingsGarage]

I’ll try it out. Thank you!

[@79thump8]

Agreed. I've noticed a big difference in my high mileage FJ after a couple of treatments.

[@HolaHola-ul9nu]

A really really good fuel additive even SCOTTY talks about it is 505 fuel additive look it up

[@VikingsGarage]

I’ll look into it. Thank you!!

[@efil4kizum]

What is SCOTTY?

[@VikingsGarage]

@efil4kizum Scotty Kilmer, he’s a retired Automotive Master Tech with a ton of knowledge. Probably the highest paid mechanic on KZbin. Look him up.

[@efil4kizum]

I read so very often that IF you use top-tier fuel each and every time that those additives are all SNAKE OIL.. i juice up at shell bp exxon chevron for the most part... Ty an occasional dump in the tank and never notice any real significant changes in MPG that can be detected

[@Treetopflyer777]

God I love that FJ. Another fantastic video as always. I’m assuming a lot of this FJ stuff also would apply to the 4runner? Are they fairly similar engine/transmission etc.?

[@VikingsGarage]

Absolutely, they are practically the same underneath. 🙏🏻

[@DanielTejnicky]

4:22 that is not mass airflow sensor, that is temperature sensor. The sensor is inside of what you are holding looks like 2 small wires stretched across the cavity in the back. Fixing this error saved me a lot of pain. As I was repeatingly cleaning the teardrop over there, but my contaminated MAS kept my car in limpmode till I hit that with the cleaner. Correct the misinformation please.

[@VikingsGarage]

Oh, but it is one Buddy!! And by the way don’t come here and tell me what to do.

[@VikingsGarage]

@DanielTejnicky Sir when you go to parts it’s a MAF SENSOR ITS DESCRIBED AS AND KNOW AS.Does it have a temp sensor built into it? YES But that doesn’t change the fact that this is a MAF sensor. Get your facts straight before you come in here pointing fingers and making suggestions. In the video I teached how to clean your MAF sensor, that’s it. I’m done here.

[@phillyfathead]

Very informative, thanks!

[@VikingsGarage]

🙏🏻

[@DJR33333]

I got 23.7 on an hour long trip in my 4Runner yesterday. I find that on longer trips where I’m going 55-70 the whole way, it does great.

[@VikingsGarage]

I do agree!!

[@InGratitudeIam]

Thanks, Paul!

[@VikingsGarage]

Thank you for your continued support!!

[@KA5IVR]

I bought a set of Boslla lights for my FJ with OEM wiring due to your recommendation. While they are brighter, they seem to be wired wrong. The Low & High beams seem to be switched and they are not installed upside down either. I connected Boslla and they sent me some link to some Wiring Adapters. WTH? Why would Boslla not wire their lights for OEM and why should I have to buy Adapters to get their product to work with a Toyota? These are going back to Boslla!

[@VikingsGarage]

I’m sorry to hear that, I didn’t have any issues with mine. Although afterwards the headlights are always on with the car on. Weird stuff!! 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@INTERNA9]

WOW

[@BosllaLighting]

Enjoy our 140w pure white bulbs!

[@VikingsGarage]

Thank you!!

[@GRAZINGARIZONA]

@ viking Those milage numbers (before plug change) are pretty much identical to my 98 Tacoma limited. Almost 300 miles per full tank, almost able to break 20mpg. I was able to get like 20.2 mpg's over a full tank once several years ago. 371,000 miles, 265/75/16 BFG K2's just barely bigger than stock, no lift very slight rub.

[@VikingsGarage]

Crazy right!! Although Very consistent . 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@efil4kizum]

@grazingarizona... My '97 Tacoma is an SR5, which preceded the change to Limited in your '98 (if i am not mistaken) ... we should have the same tank capacity? i can fit just around 18 gallons in mine if it is completely near empty. similar miles, my rig has 355k... i have 15" Michelin defenders though is the difference. ?? How are you getting 20 mpg at 300 miles? smaller fuel tank? for my rig that 300 miles on a full tank is barely over 17mpg, which started happening for the very first time this past winter after Extensive Shop Work done to the truck... i HAD consistently gotten 350 to 360 miles PER full tank during the winter on a consistent and very long time frame and now it is in the tanker!

[@GRAZINGARIZONA]

@@efil4kizum I think my Tacoma tank is like 16 gallons, not sure. The limited package on the 1st gen Tacoma (or at least my 98) was 4x4, xtra cab, matching fender flares, maybe cloth interior, some other odd n ends. 4x4 and xtra cab were the important ones for me. Mine also has the TRD package which was the electric rear locker (important part) plus other stuff. I've only broke 20+mpg's over a full tank once since I've owned it (bought it used with over 300k). I could drive further on my tanks, could break the 300 mile per tank every time if I wanted but wouldn't change the mpg's, just run it dryer is all. I usually fuel up just over the empty mark at around 275-300 miles per tank. I usually don't turn the low fuel light on but I have on occasion. So yeah, rarely go over the 300 miles per tank (although I could if I pushed it past the empty mark further) and never these days go over the 20 mpg's. Say 19 mpg's × 15 gallons is right there at 285 miles per tank, it might be 17 gallons I'm not sure about that but I don't ever remember putting more than 16.

[@CaptGus]

Additive ?! Use seafoam Make sure you use regular recommended spark plugs. Don’t try any split. Plugs ot whatever just saying kind of plugs that came with the vehicle. The manual will tell you of course don’t forget your air filter and your cabin air filter always replace at the same time and use premium gas. It doesn’t cost that much more because you get a little better, gas, mileage, and additives in the fuel and you probably won’t have use a fuel additive if you do

[@efil4kizum]

are you going to educate us on HOW to check the gap and what tool needed to perform this task?

[@VikingsGarage]

Spark plugs come pre-gapped … kzbin.info/www/bejne/gaOQgXSCf5qhrcUsi=eGTjp2_Ib-k2GXtL

[@Joseph1045]

I have a question not related to this video. I have a 2012 4Runner and I am trying to replace the rear wiper Arm. I removed the nut with a ratcheting wrench 10mm then spray PB Blaster to penetrate the stud since there is some corrosion. I even used a pick to scrape the corrosion at the base of the stud at the top of the arm and have used PB Blaster several times. The Arm is still not coming off and it is to tight to get a puller in there. Any suggestions, for instance should the spoiler come off and if so How? Thanks, Joe

[@VikingsGarage]

I’ve gotten it out without removing the spoiler… Use 2 pry bars, one on each side (with a rag underneath protection your vehicle) under it and work it slowly back and forward . Lots of patience, it will take a while. But it will eventually come out

[@Joseph1045]

@@VikingsGarage Thank You brother! I guess it will be a process lol

[@Joseph1045]

@@VikingsGarage So after 6 days of using PB Blaster and working it in (soaking) it was still frozen. So we took off the spoiler ( it actually wasn't to difficult; also 10mm wrench 4 bolts 4 plastic pins, plastic cover over the wiper motor and unplug, started with the cover) and used a wiper puller. It came off with a popping sound. Looking at the stud it clearly had corrosion throughout the stud so I don't think the blaster would of penetrated throughout., just my thoughts. Anyway the new arm went on after we cleaned off the corrosion and works great. Thanks

[@VikingsGarage]

@Joseph1045 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@efil4kizum]

isn't the BG 44k supposed to be the Bees Knees of fuel system + injector cleaner?

[@VikingsGarage]

Is it? I’ve used it, but when the results are not a visible thing without proper science. Hard to tell.

[@efil4kizum]

@@VikingsGarage it is what the Toyota dealershops here use for their Fuel Injection cleaning services is all i know about BG

[@VikingsGarage]

Same here.

[@efil4kizum]

? is it Absolutely Necessary to use the twin electrode plugs on the 5VZFE engine on the gen1 Tacoma, gen3 T4R and the T100... i have the Gen1 Tacoma... and if it is Absolutely Necessary, why is That? thank You 8^)

[@hrcia6123]

Liqui Molly Jectron cleaner

[@VikingsGarage]

I will try it out. Thank you!

[@mannbill1]

Torture tech 25+.. NEVER EVER SPRAY THROTTLE BODY CLEANER IN THE THROTTLE BODY OF ANY TOYOTA. IT KILLS RUBBER SEALS AND PLASTICS GASKETS. Just wish to INFORM. Keep the informative videos coming. 👍🏼👍🏼

[@shanemccain7107]

Did you notice any difference in your gas mileage on your 4runner when you put the TRD Fox shock's on? Another question i have for you since you saved me from making a mistake when I was going to install the newer fox shocks on my off raod but i had installed a Wescott design 2 inch lift on them and figured out it was actually 3in my question is what upper control arms would you recommend and is that the only thing that need's to be replaced or does it need the drop kit installed on the driveline to keep the geometry within safe specs? After this I'm going to have questions for you on my 2003 4.7 v8 4runners suspension, it has the xrea shock system and when serviceing it last time i noticed they are starting to show wetness on 2 of them so i know it's way too expensive to go back with that shock system so I'm going to remove the xrea system and shocks and find a good replacement. I hope you don't mind me asking your opinion on the best options are because i truly value your opinions and do not trust any of the dealerships around here because i have had the ticket writer's and technicians lie to my face about the simplest thing's so I'm definitely not trusting them on something important. Keep the awesome content coming, I can't get enough.

[@VikingsGarage]

You can totally replace the X-REAS SUSPENSION with the regular 4Runner suspension, I’ve done it before. Gas mileage did drop a little after installing the fox racing shocks. First I don’t recommend lifting your truck 3inches unless is done properly, being that I don’t usually do that, I’m not the proper person to advise you on this. I know a lot when it comes to OEM. Check out the folks at OK4WD , they know their stuff.

[@shanemccain7107]

@VikingsGarage My intention was for a 2in lift, but I didn't realize that the fox shocks would do the inch they do. I'm just going to take the lift part's off the shock's and just go with shock's and be happy with the lift I get with oem part's. What would you recommend doing with the wiring that goes to the pumps on each side of the frame on the xreas system?

[@VikingsGarage]

Leave if disconnected

[@paulandreassen9964]

I swear by Archoil Fuel Additives

[@VikingsGarage]

Interesting, never heard of it. I’ll give it a try. 👍🏻

[@elmervillatoro4321]

Water and soup doest it

[@123456789021630]

Dude your videos have bn very informative in the past this one is more annoying than anything else!!

[@VikingsGarage]

Why is that? (Unfortunately it’s hard to please everyone 🤷🏼‍♂️)

[@rickmullenmullen1639]

bs

[@diegosti]

Just trash! Wrong plugs, fram filter.

[@KevinFelker]

What do you recommend? I just picked up a 2012 Limited 2WD. Looking to replace the plugs.

[@VikingsGarage]

@KevinFelker Ngk or denso plugs only

[@KevinFelker]

@@VikingsGarage cool thanks, mine (2012 4Runner Limited 2WD) has 132K on it and my sister confirmed she never replaced the plugs. My local Midas has the Denso TT in stock. I watched a video on how to replace them, but I'd rather them do it

[@VikingsGarage]

@KevinFelker 👍🏻

[@FreedomLover170]

Any plans on a transmission service? Drain and fill or flush? I know this can be a controversial topic 🤔

[@VikingsGarage]

I’ve done a drain and fill soon as I got it at 164k miles. I will be doing another at the next LOF. Shifting very smooth.

[@trailrunnah8886]

Great info( Thanks for linking all the part numbers, especially the PCV valve. I have 174K on my 13 4R, I should really replace that. I had asked probably 30,000 mi ago at NAPA, they didn't have a part number listed for it and they said that probably meant it didn't have one. I should order some plugs too, and I have a serpentine belt ready to go on. I did the air and cabin filter the other day. I always do these things piecemeal, I can never seem to dedicate a whole day or weekend to working on it unfortunately.

[@VikingsGarage]

And that’s ok, what’s important is that you’re doing it. Even if it’s little by little. 👏🏻👏🏻

[@efil4kizum]

i recently changed the PCV + hose on a 5VZFE for the very first time (to the best of my recollection) at 350k miles... the old PCV still had a rattle rattle but the NEW Toyota PCV had a better rattle

[@VikingsGarage]

Always smart to replace that PCV valve, a stuck closed PCV valve will cause leaks in the engine.

[@douglasgray2620]

You should try amsoil PI. Performance improver is what PI stands for. Keeps engine clean. They also have a top end cleaner. Very good.

[@VikingsGarage]

Thank you for sharing!! I will give it a try. 💪🏻

[@BLACKBOX2TURK]

Nah Valvoline restore and protect for less in price

[@douglasgray2620]

@@BLACKBOX2TURK nah! Valvoline is garbage. The best products ever produced for any vehicle is amsoil. Dont care the cost. Its the best!!

[@efil4kizum]

how does That Top End Cleaner work exactly? what does It do?

[@douglasgray2620]

@@efil4kizum its called upper cylinder lubricant. It lubricates upper cylinders fights against corrosion, keeps injectors clean. I use it every second or third gas fill with the PI.

[@UncleFjester]

I got 21mpg on Winter Snow tires(Blizzack?) when the FJ was completely Stock

[@VikingsGarage]

Impressive!!

[@ImOnlyaMAN88]

Glad I have an 08 FJ. Following the maintenance schedule but also appreciate the small details on what to look for like the fuel lines.

[@VikingsGarage]

Absolutely!! When I saw it I wanted to make sure everyone check theirs. We don’t need a hazard like that.

[@ecruz2987]

I have a question not related with the video ? Why does my 4Runner make a beeping noise continuously after I shift to low?

[@scraigjohnson]

New sub, keep up the good work!

[@VikingsGarage]

Thank you!!🙏🏻 I appreciate your support!

[@MrGelly70]

Shit mine gives me between 12 and 14 mpg even though I live in a rural area!

[@VikingsGarage]

🫣

[@veedubya4636]

How many miles on your FJ? Going to take a look at that fuel line. Coming up on time to change the plugs again, had the dealer do it last time, I am doing it from now on. I cleaned the MAF and throttle body last year when i popped a code for the Throttle position so will be doing that again as as well. Last year I changed the PCV valve and my hose was cracked like yours. Thanks for another helpful video.

[@VikingsGarage]

It has 167k miles, yeah keeping up with the maintenance will return the best results. I think if I drive a bit less hard, I might see 320 miles out of one tank. What are you averaging per tank?

[@efil4kizum]

@@VikingsGarage how much capacity is the tank?

[@veedubya4636]

@@efil4kizum it is listed as 19 gallons

[@veedubya4636]

@@VikingsGarage I had to look at receipts from my last road trip.From 5 receipts where I tracked the mileage average 16.6 MPG. I got one tankful up to 254.8 miles, mostly highway. I did have one tank average of 18.68 MPG. My rig is fully armored with a 3 in lift and I had camping gear with me on this trip.

[@VikingsGarage]

I see, that explains. I appreciate you sharing this.

[@loganfurst3010]

All the 4.0 liter engines tacoma or fj call for 30k spark plugs but they cost like 30 dollars

[@VikingsGarage]

This is true.

[@efil4kizum]

and i suppose the Yota shop wants 300$ to change those plugs on that frequency?

[@janicetelfer6211]

Love your FJ😊

[@VikingsGarage]

Thank you!! 😉

[@billjames3148]

Where do you get a service manual, Old school.

[@VikingsGarage]

After a certain year, only online. 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@Tpr41]

Haynes manuals, hard copy or online. Just search: Haynes FJ cruiser

[@Hesirontuff]

whoa, that sparkplug. Great things to check!

[@VikingsGarage]

Amazing how someone was selling this vehicle a few months ago as being sorted. I guess I have a different opinion to what the word Sorted means. 😅🤣

[@michaellyons2277]

Would you still change them every 30k if you replaced them with iridium NGK or denso?

[@VikingsGarage]

I’m honestly sticking to the plug and schedule TOYOTA recommends.

[@efil4kizum]

@@VikingsGarage 30K? i have ran the Denso twin electrode plugs nearly 70k miles twice on a 5VZFE with no real issues, plugs looked a little used BUT not burnt out... mostly good miles on the freeway highway and very little stop-and-go, if That makes any difference ... i could take a video of them since i kept the parts lol

[@VikingsGarage]

Good to know 👍🏻

[@toddyanagihara6224]

Jeez. I get roughly 375/tank

[@VikingsGarage]

Wait you get 375 miles out of a FJ CRUISER tank?

[@2-old-Forthischet]

I use Lucas fuel injector cleaner. I buy it by the gallon. I can feel the difference in the "seat of my pants driving". My old fart butt is calibrated so well, I can tell when my tires are low by 3 pounds of air! Techron is a good product, but expensive.

[@VikingsGarage]

I didn’t know you could buy that stuff by the gallon. I appreciate you sharing.🙏🏻

[@efil4kizum]

@@VikingsGarage is it the Lucas Upper Cylinder Lubricant? they also have that product. i bot a bunch of that UCL when amazon had it on sale for under 20$ a gallon year ago.(it is now almost 25$ per gallon) i have one gallon left! i will add it occasionally to a full tank. cannot say if there is any noticeable difference or not since my gen1 tacoma is in fairly tipTop shape until it hit 341k miles and the MPG went into the crapper after major work was done to it... i also bot quite a bit of Techron from the mcParts store when they had a bogo deal... couple bottle left of that... also! no noticeable change in MPG or anything either... the system on my old rig must be in exceptional condition until something happened this past year at 341k miles after extensive work was done in Chicago Toyota nut shop

[@VikingsGarage]

Yeah, I don’t know. Could be an array of different things.

[@lucasspiros]

Awesome vid mate 💪

[@VikingsGarage]

👊🏻 Thank you!!

[@LiL13izzy7]

I get no more than 270 miles on a full tank on a good week (if mostly highway), so I'm def. going to give this a try. As far as I know, MAF / Throttle Body has never been cleaned on my FJ. Let's see how this goes.

[@VikingsGarage]

Oh wow, you got to do it! You will feel a difference, guaranteed

[@BLACKBOX2TURK]

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