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Drive Wheels Drive at Slow Speeds a Little Too Much?

Discussion in '5th Gen Builds (2010-2024)' started by asker, Nov 30, 2021.

  1. Nov 30, 2021 at 10:37 AM
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    Hello,

    I've recently purchased a 2014 4Runner that is in excellent condition.

    It has one trait that I have never experienced before. It is always driving the wheels. I can take my foot off the brake at a dead stop and it will accelerate up to about 5 mph.

    It's good for coasting a long way but I worry about excess brake wear. Also it is a little bit like trying to reign in a somewhat headstrong horse when I just want to coast to a stop or need to slow down for bumps etc.

    I'm just wondering if it's normal or not.

    Thank you.
     
  2. Nov 30, 2021 at 10:51 AM
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    What rpm is it idling at in park or neutral??
     
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  3. Nov 30, 2021 at 11:23 AM
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    I’m with Jim, sounds like way high idle.
     
  4. Nov 30, 2021 at 2:27 PM
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    RPMs 650 neutral 700 park.
     
  5. Nov 30, 2021 at 6:27 PM
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    Normal, what rpm is it at when takes off from stop with no throttle? How long or far does it take to get to 5 mph. What rpm is it at when in drive stopped with foot on brake?
     
  6. Nov 30, 2021 at 7:07 PM
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    what rpm is it at when takes off from stop with no throttle? 520

    How long or far does it take to get to 5 mph. (oops!) never. Sorry! I did that test just once soon after starting it after work.

    What rpm is it at when in drive stopped with foot on brake? 550

    I'm thinking you might have good news for me?
     
  7. Nov 30, 2021 at 7:56 PM
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    All those rpm scenarios are low, is it possible when it pulled out on acceleration it was still in high idle mode after starting.

    How many miles. What kind of shape are the brakes in? How does the brake pedal feel?

    I’m just spitballing here. Thinking of different things.
     
  8. Nov 30, 2021 at 8:01 PM
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    Around a 116,000 miles. Brakes seem good. Rear brakes replaced at 73,000 miles. Brake pedal feels good and responsive.
     

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