Month: February 2016

After a few years of daily use, the battery inside the key fob remote control for the keyless entry system of a first generation (2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 & 2016) GMC Terrain can become weak or stop working entirely. Check out my DIY tutorial for changing the key fob battery (with the replacement part number) by clicking on the text link or thumbnail image below.

2010-2016 GMC Terrain Key Fob Battery Replacement Guide

If you need to change the rear disc brake pads on your fifth generation (2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 & 2016) Toyota 4Runner SUV, check out my DIY tutorial for the procedure (with the replacement part numbers) by clicking on the text link or thumbnail image below.

2010-2016 Toyota 4Runner Rear Brake Pads Replacement Guide

If you’ve been hearing a screeching, squealing or squeaking noise coming from the front end of your fifth generation (2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 & 2016) Toyota 4Runner SUV, you probably need to change the front brake pads. Check out my DIY instructions for the procedure (with the replacement part numbers) by clicking on the text link or thumbnail image below.

2010-2016 Toyota 4Runner Front Brake Pads Replacement Guide

The best way to keep your 5th generation (2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 & 2016) Toyota 4Runner SUV running reliably is to regularly change the motor oil and replace the oil filter on the 1GR-FE 4.0 liter V6 engine. Take a look at my DIY instructions for the procedure (with the replacement filter part numbers) by clicking on the text link or the thumbnail picture below.

2010-2016 Toyota 4Runner 4.0L V6 Engine Oil Change Guide

The iridium tipped OEM spark plugs in a 5th generation (2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 & 2016) Toyota 4Runner SUV can last up to 100,000 miles but they should be checked well before that mileage to see how the 1GR-FE 4.0 liter V6 engine is running. Take a look at my DIY tutorial for the procedure (with the replacement part numbers) by clicking on the text link or thumbnail image below.

2010-2016 Toyota 4Runner Engine Spark Plugs Replacement Guide

If you need to change a dead 12 volt car battery in the engine bay of your 5th generation (2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 & 2016) Toyota 4Runner SUV with the 1GR-FE 4.0L V6 motor, check out my DIY instructions for the procedure (with the OEM group size and the replacement part numbers) by clicking on the text link or thumbnail image below.

2010-2016 Toyota 4Runner 12V Car Battery Replacement Guide

If the OEM serpentine accessory belt on the 1GR-FE 4.0 liter V6 engine in your 5th generation (2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 & 2016) Toyota 4Runner has been squeaking, screeching or chirping, you probably need to replace it. Check out my DIY tutorial for the procedure (with the replacement part numbers) by clicking on the text link or thumbnail image below.

2010-2016 Toyota 4Runner Serpentine Belt Replacement Guide

The positive crankcase ventilation or “PCV” valve in a fifth generation (2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 & 2016) Toyota 4Runner SUV should be checked every year or so and replaced every few years. Take a look at my DIY instructions for the procedure (with the replacement part numbers) by clicking on the text link or thumbnail image below.

2010-2016 Toyota 4Runner PCV Valve Replacement Guide

The best place to start troubleshooting any electrical problem with your fifth generation (2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 & 2016) Toyota 4Runner SUV is to check for a blown fuse or relay in either the engine bay or interior passenger compartment electrical panels. Take a look at my DIY instructions for checking or changing a fuse by clicking on the text link or thumbnail image below.

2010-2016 Toyota 4Runner Electrical Fuse Replacement Guide

The engine air filter element for the 1GR-FE 4.0 liter V6 motor in a fifth generation (2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 & 2016) Toyota 4Runner SUV should be cleaned at every oil change and replaced about every 45,000 to 60,000 miles depending on your driving conditions. Check out my DIY instructions for the procedure (with the replacement part numbers) by clicking on the text link or thumbnail image below.

2010-2016 Toyota 4Runner V6 Engine Air Filter Replacement Guide