What have you done to your 5th Gen 4Runner today?

My 2023 Prius Prime only came with one key due to parts shortages. 6 months later and I get the notice in the mail that my 2nd key is available and ready to be programmed at the dealer for no charge.

 

How do they feel being that they just cover the middle of the seat? I heard some people say that it feels weird.

 

I always have.

 

Contacting them this morning!

 

100% this ^

 

Let's say I don't feel like doing that... should the dealer know what I am asking? My fear is asking the question about lubricating the propeller shaft and the tech looking at me like he/she has no idea what I'm talking about.

 

What's the cost for a 2nd fob, all in
Anyone know?
Thx dude

 

That shouldn't be a problem. And they're less likely to screw up a drive shaft lube than an oil change.

 

I had to buy a 2nd fob and have it programmed. I bought my 2020 used and it only came with one. Was charged ~$450 for the fob and programming. If I wanted the additional emergency key included, it was another $125 for the key and to have it cut. No thanks!

 

The dealer quoted me $300 for the fob/key with $16 cutting of the key.

 

...........since the dealer got me the fob and key they charged me $173 to cut the key and program the fob. Too much IMHO but if I lose a fob I'm not SOL since I have the 2nd fob available.

 

I have seen a variety of experiences with this mentioned on forums. Some people say the dealership has no clue about this, some say it has been no problem, others have said the dealer claimed to do it but did not. For the avoidance of any doubt, I bought a grease gun and lock-n-lube and do the grease work myself, along with oil changes and anything else I can reasonably do myself to keep the dealership service department as far away from my 4Runner as possible.

 

These dealer fobs/keys seem really expensive. I have seen local locksmiths advertise their fob and key services. Has anyone gotten a quote from an independent locksmith? Maybe that would be a more economical option?

 

$300 usd?

 

Agreed...Dealership is useful to me for parts and only any warranty work if ever needed.
I have very little trust in any of them for anything else.

 

I looked at that but then heard that they can sell you the fob but can't program it and Toyota won't program what they don't sell. Check with your stealership first to see if they will program a fob they didn't provide.

 

In the shop getting the lift kit installed .

 

They will know what you mean.

 

Its proper name is “drive shaft” 4Runners do not have a propeller. Just a FYI.

 

You won't find "drive shaft" in the manual, but you will find "propeller shaft".

https://www.to4runner.net/inspection-924.html

(Actually, they use "drive shaft" to refer to what goes between the diffs and the wheels: https://www.to4runner.net/components-900.html)

 

https://trail4runner.com/2018/12/24/4runner-driveline-fluids-how-and-when-to-change-them/

 

Same here. Two fobs last November when I bought it so "issues" may be resolved

 

Added two waterproof, dustproof storage bins from Harbor Freight, Apache brand. Bolted them from the inside to prevent theft. Also added grab handles on both sides from GPCA.

 

you didn’t get one as an add-on option?


Just kidding!

 

Slick topped it today. I've used that rack+basket a couple of times and while it is handy, it's infrequent enough that I'm opting to ditch it, for now. In the future I may get some Outgear low profile RTT crossbars and a wedge RTT.

$52 TOYOTA 2004 to 2020 4Runner 2006 to 2018 Rav4 ROOF Rack Removal Delete KIT OEM Genuine

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07KTQ4HTC?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details

 

Replaced a defective Meso Customs Map Light kit. Meso is on top of things and sent out a replacement, got it in two days!

 

Maybe 60 pounds total. I can lift it by myself no problem

 

I know this is NOT the place, but can some one lead me to where I can post my ATV for sale on here?? I hate Craigslist waiting to have to use that as last resort. I posted on FB Market Place. I immediately got a $1500< lo ball offer! I hate selling stuff for this reason, BUT not willing to take such a hit on trade in when I don't need a new ATV I just WANT a new one.

 

Here you go... Marketplace Other

https://www.4runners.com/forums/marketplace-other.9/

 

I see you’re from Olympia…where about is this location?