Just did this to my 98 4runner. Such a difference!!! So glad I watched this. There was a lot of play in my pedal. I think so much that the combination of the slack and the range of motion of the pedal was limiting how much power I was getting. Most likely I wasn’t getting full throttle power. So much better low end power too. Throttle feels like it tapers like it should.
Who said kids don't know anything?? The throttle cable streched out! Hey kid, 20 years before you were even born I was rebuilding the engine on my 56 Nomad, putting in a Rock Crusher and a Dana 60 with 4:11's. But that's cool, you reminded me to look at my throttle cable.
I saw this video on my feed a while ago but I didn't give it time and effort. Now after watching the video and doing the mod I am 100 percent regretful that I did not give it time months ago! Thank you so much!!! This has been an amazing fix to access more of my horsepower faster!
If you live in acclimate weather the driver side has no drain hole in the frame under the left side doors and rots from the inside out. Eastwood inside frame encapsulator is what i am using after the weld repair to the frame. Do your research and protect your unicorn.
I just got a 99 4runner with 113k for $3500. After driving for 3000 miles and watching videos about this ride it's starting to sink in just how dependable this vehicle is. With keeping up on oil changes and stuff this vehicle is bullet proof
Another comment on the gas pedal. There is a rubber grommet that is between the cable and pedal that wears out. This causes a lot of slack. I made my own from Ace hardware to replace the old one which completely broke apart. Put you head under the dash and you'll see what I'm talking about.
thank you for this. My '02 idled a little high , your video helped me figure out that it was because the cable was slightly over tensioned. Helped with my gas mileage! !hank you
@@2wentytwoterry196 Good tip for 4runner is put a oil cooler on transmission,and bypass the radiator..they break inside and dump coolant in trans....had strawberry milkshake when I checked it...now all good...
@@rx7cl Guy I bought it from fixed that same issue with a new solenoid he said I believe. The external cooler is still a good idea though. Thanks for your time, cheers
Thank you for the great tip. Did this to my 1997 Toyota 4Runner SR5. In fact, I did all the cables at once and it made a significant difference in acceleration and power!
Well, yes and no. Obviously not changing the overall power of the engine, but you are increasing the useful range of power of the engine. Technically too since adjusting the cable allows the throttle body to open up further it actually might be increasing the horse power... Either way, it makes for a much more responsive ride. Definitely try it if you haven't already. Cheers brotha!
I just did the CS144 alternator swap on my 3rd gen and apparently this alt needs a minimum of 650rpm's to produce enough juice under load, and my truck idles at 550rpm's in gear, so hopefully tightening this throttle cable will increase the idle rpm's just a bit... Quickest and easiest thing I can try, thx!
Question... you mentioned that you would leave that nut a little less than max. and then when you actually did the work, it looks like you maxxed it. Just curious what you were thinking when you started to tighten the bolts. Thanks a ton. Totally appreciate it!
First Gen Taco 🌮 owner has entered the chat and thanks 🙏 you greatly as this definitely is a common problem in the yota community but never really gets noticed 👍🏼 great video.
The rubber piece on the throttle cable broke on mine and this worked a little but I have to replace it now that I can see that it’s ripped. I recommend checking that if this doesn’t fix.
Good call! I just tightened mine with great result's in throttle response and was kicking myself for not thinking of it but having all that slack has to affect the kickdown cable to. 1998 4runner limited w/locker, all OG and all stock on Falken Wildpeak atw3 Milege 295,064
I just did this. It was so easy. It's got me idling at 1600 rpm which idk if that's high or not. I only did it enough for the thick cable here to pull, but not enough for the thin top cable to rev the engine. I just noticed I idle at a much lower rpm like 900 when I use my foot to pull back pedal and it stays. So it's being like a game controller analog that sticks in positions.
Yes, '01-'02 had an updated throttle body where the other cable became electronically controlled. Don't worry about the other cable (since you don't have it ha:)
Loved the video will have to do this to my 4runner. I really wanna know where did you get the headlights for your Roxy 4runner. I've been wanting to put better headlamps but I can't find any that aren't oem.
Had to do this as well to my 00 3rd gen it got annoying it would never kick down I would have to literally push it to the floor now I get a nice kick down when coming onto the highway
I replaced my stock wheels with 2018 stock wheels. An inch bigger. I lost 30 miles. I hate how much gas it chuggs. Thinking about selling it to save on gas but i love it. So hard to let it go. Should i change the gears to get more power and mpg and keep or will this not help. Would do you recommend
Tell me more! What do you mean about the losing 30 miles? These 4runners are certainly not the best cars for fuel efficiency, but they're pretty darn good in almost every other aspect. My personal recommendation is to keep the stock tire size if you're driving it just on the street. If you want to go offroad as well, then stick with a small rim, 16" ideally, so you can maximize your tire sidewall height. As far as upping fuel efficiency, there are a few maintenance items to check. There's a super great article on T4r.org you can check out that goes over them all. May help if you seem to be getting under average mileage www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-gen-t4rs/82033-3rd-gen-4runner-buyers-guide.html
@@PartimeOverland i lost a total of 30 miles when filling up. I assumed I was down to 15 mpg but i guess thats normal. But yeah. The rig is perfect for all my needs. Just don’t like the mpg and power off the line. Maybe your tip will help. Also, i wonder if adding the Sprint Booster will add some more Go, if it’s available for 3rd gen
@@snoopdisnoopyou said you went to 17” wheels. Did you also up the tire size too? i’m considering upgrading my 2000 4Runner to 17” wheels with 265/70/17 tires. Tryna keep my mpg as good as I can get it
@@snoopdisnoop i’m going to try these 17”rims with 265/65/17 tires, stock suspension. This combo should be the closest match to the original wheel and tire set. We’ll see what happens
To the people that have slack in the cable… there is a grommet on the back of the pedal that degrades and dissolves over time! Before adjusting the cable inside the engine bay peep that! That was my issue imma get a new cable and a not play!
Did this in 3 minutes definitely knew about it but didn’t get around to doing it until I saw this definitely get out there and take the little bit of time to do it feels like a 5th gen now
Now you have to create another video called "Get Extra FREE MPG from your 3rd Gen 4Runner!" And then show how to put slack back in the throttle cable to prevent you from going wide open throttle all the time. 😅
You need a new throttle cable. Also be careful with adjusting the kickdown cable. Too tight leads to poor shifting. This has it’s place when necessary but generally another poorly guided forum noob “mod”.
@@PartimeOverland Still an old and stretched cable. If you ever get a chance to drive a low mile 4Runner you'll see how there's no play in the gas pedal. Also pedal feel. Squirt some silicone spray into the boot of your cable. They usually become much smoother. Still no comparison to a fresh cable, but this is another wear item. The kickdown adjustment needs to be "just right" to feel the way Toyota designed it.
Cool little tip. Possibly some tradeoff vs a new cable (just put it in a "to buy" list in the meantime!) as other mentioned, but in an old rig little tricks like this can really make them feel nicer. 👍
if you do this dont fuck with the throttle lever with your hands. first time i did this the throttle lever was sticking so I went back to adjust it and kept twisting the throttle lever with my hand and it fucked up the throttle position sensor and I didn't know. So I took the whole fucking thing apart trying to figure it out and here I am $1400 later getting a new throttle body installed at a shop. Thanks for the heads up shit stick.
That is not extra power, you just making it respond quicker, sooner, when stepping on the gas..........SORRY THAT IS NO EXTRA POWER. Power is the same.
No, it is extra power. If you don't have the full range of motion of the throttle body then there is that last part of the power band that is not being used. So adding that back gives you extra power. Anyway. appreciate your words of wisdom, mister keyboard warrior:)
Ya i agree with Cesar. Unless you are bottoming on floor with pedal, its not more power just quicker response. It's just the input the engine responds to the input.
I agree 100% with you. I have 2 3rd gen 4runners with the 3.4 and I've made the same adjustments. MORE THROTTLE RESPONSE IS WHAT YOU GET. IT DOESN'T GIVE YOU ANYMORE HORSEPOWER WHATSOEVER!!
Just did this to my 98 4runner. Such a difference!!! So glad I watched this. There was a lot of play in my pedal. I think so much that the combination of the slack and the range of motion of the pedal was limiting how much power I was getting. Most likely I wasn’t getting full throttle power. So much better low end power too. Throttle feels like it tapers like it should.
Who said kids don't know anything?? The throttle cable streched out! Hey kid, 20 years before you were even born I was rebuilding the engine on my 56 Nomad, putting in a Rock Crusher and a Dana 60 with 4:11's. But that's cool, you reminded me to look at my throttle cable.
Haha, this kid doesn't know a lot, but what he does know, he tries to share with the world. Glad I could help ya!
I saw this video on my feed a while ago but I didn't give it time and effort. Now after watching the video and doing the mod I am 100 percent regretful that I did not give it time months ago! Thank you so much!!! This has been an amazing fix to access more of my horsepower faster!
Hey man thanks for the tip. 5 min and if felt like 218XXX miles never happened. I love my 3rd gen!
Daniel Ferrell That makes me so happy:) It made a world of difference when I did it on my 3rd gen. They’re the best👊
Huge fan of the 3rd Gen I never sale it. It’s a 20 years old SUV as long as it’s maintained you are good for another 20.
Same brotha! I love this thing. If I had the room (and money) I'd have one as a daily and another for offroading:D
If you live in acclimate weather the driver side has no drain hole in the frame under the left side doors and rots from the inside out. Eastwood inside frame encapsulator is what i am using after the weld repair to the frame. Do your research and protect your unicorn.
I just got a 99 4runner with 113k for $3500. After driving for 3000 miles and watching videos about this ride it's starting to sink in just how dependable this vehicle is. With keeping up on oil changes and stuff this vehicle is bullet proof
We have two we have never maintained and they don't quit
@@whocares4464 we have two, we change oil every 15,000 to 20,000. They are bullet proof.
Just did this on my 98 4runner! So simple and it feels amazing now! thanks
Finally finally finally got around to doing this. Instant extra horsepower!
Just did this to mine the other day, but I realize now I still need to do some more. It made a very significant difference for how little I did
Another comment on the gas pedal. There is a rubber grommet that is between the cable and pedal that wears out. This causes a lot of slack. I made my own from Ace hardware to replace the old one which completely broke apart. Put you head under the dash and you'll see what I'm talking about.
Thank you, good to know!
4runners Rule!!!
Understatement of the year:D
thank you for this. My '02 idled a little high , your video helped me figure out that it was because the cable was slightly over tensioned. Helped with my gas mileage! !hank you
Hey man just wanted to say thanks, I just did this on my 96 tacoma and it is a night and day difference lol. Thanks dude!
No worries brotha! Hope the Taco drives much better now:)
Dude this totally worked! Makes it feel way newer and more powerful!
Just did this to my 99 4runner and WOW what a difference. And sooo easy! Took me less than 5 minutes.
There’s also a bushing that wears out on the pedal assembly
Thanks for the info!
Sweet, after I get done welding the frame, I'll check this out... nice...
About to weld on mine as well. Good luck to you
@@2wentytwoterry196 Make sure you disconnect your battery,so you won't Short anything out...when welding..
@@rx7cl Thank you for saying this because i wouldn't have even thought about it. Any other good tips by chance?
@@2wentytwoterry196 Good tip for 4runner is put a oil cooler on transmission,and bypass the radiator..they break inside and dump coolant in trans....had strawberry milkshake when I checked it...now all good...
@@rx7cl Guy I bought it from fixed that same issue with a new solenoid he said I believe. The external cooler is still a good idea though. Thanks for your time, cheers
Thank you for the great tip. Did this to my 1997 Toyota 4Runner SR5. In fact, I did all the cables at once and it made a significant difference in acceleration and power!
Glad to help! It's still one of my favorite 'mods' to date;)
@@PartimeOverland keep more tips coming please! 👏👍👌💥😏
It's hilarious that someone actually made a video about this. 😳😂
Not a horsepower upgrade as much as it is a repair. Thanks for the video!
2001 4runner SR5
Well, yes and no. Obviously not changing the overall power of the engine, but you are increasing the useful range of power of the engine. Technically too since adjusting the cable allows the throttle body to open up further it actually might be increasing the horse power... Either way, it makes for a much more responsive ride. Definitely try it if you haven't already.
Cheers brotha!
Great video just got an 99' 4runner and noticed I have to put my foot to floor to get it going. Will try this out
You could also hit the bracket real lightly with a hammer. Had to do that on my swap.
I just did the CS144 alternator swap on my 3rd gen and apparently this alt needs a minimum of 650rpm's to produce enough juice under load, and my truck idles at 550rpm's in gear, so hopefully tightening this throttle cable will increase the idle rpm's just a bit... Quickest and easiest thing I can try, thx!
Wow, super simple things man. Thanks for this!
K. Jackson Ethier You got it! Glad to help🤙
I've gotten so used to that play in the pedal that it feels wrong when other cars don't have it. Never plan on fixing it lol
The yellow stuff is thread locker. You should degrease and add some to your threads to keep it from slacking.
Totally going to do this
You’ll see a big difference!🔥
Just make sure trim the mat so the gas pedal will go all the way down !!!
Haha that's one way to do itXD
Nice job! I have a 2nd gen 4runner that had the same issue.
Right on! Glad to help
Thank you for this video!! It was straight to the point
Nice 3rd gen 4runners bro
Question... you mentioned that you would leave that nut a little less than max. and then when you actually did the work, it looks like you maxxed it. Just curious what you were thinking when you started to tighten the bolts. Thanks a ton. Totally appreciate it!
Just did this on my 2000 sr5 and wow its night and day!
Love to hear it! It made mine feel like a new car again!
@@PartimeOverland I can now go highway speeds and get there rather quickly haha
First Gen Taco 🌮 owner has entered the chat and thanks 🙏 you greatly as this definitely is a common problem in the yota community but never really gets noticed 👍🏼 great video.
Tyler Schimke Great to hear that brotha! Glad I could help a fellow Yota driver out🙏🏼👊
I said something to my wife about this today. We bought a 2000 v6 4x4 today and noticed this and was wondering if it was normal and if it would help.
Yes certainly! If the cable is loose it will make a huge difference! Both with total power and gear shifting
It'll definitely make a difference!
The reason this happens is because there's a grommet that's rubber that wears out over time and once that happens hello play.
The bushing also wears out on pedal side
Thanks I was thinking the same thing
Yessir, makes a world of difference! And you can't beat free:)
well dang i didnt know it was as simple a fix like this, glad i found this vid!
Cant wait to try this on mine thanks man 🙏🏼
Do it! It makes all the difference. She'll feel like a brand new rig
Dude you're a genius
On my gfs account.
Ran into a low idle problem, all the sudden, might try this while I'm changing parts myself later. See if it helps.
Bro great tip!! I'm trying this tomorrow
Thanks mate.subbed
Got one but the paint is bad plus some other minor issues might go to a hemi idk tho , it's a shame paint is so expensive 😭😭😭
Yeah unfortunately paint is very pricey:/ Might as well do some offroading while the paint is old;)
Wow thank you going to do this now
cj t Do it! You’ll love driving it so much more😉😍
good video and usefull info explained well
i have a 3rd gen surf so looking forward to more vids
Thanks brotha, love hearing it! Cheers from Colorado
Nice and simple. I like it. Definitely will do to mine. Thanks for the simple “duh” idea
Sometimes the best mods are the stupid simple ones we look past and don't think about. And even better, this one's free;)
The rubber piece on the throttle cable broke on mine and this worked a little but I have to replace it now that I can see that it’s ripped. I recommend checking that if this doesn’t fix.
Thanks for this tips
Bassey Eton Cheers!
How do you fix the pedel being so stiff
Thanks for the video. If I recall, mine was super loose and I was wondering about tightening it up. I'll be doing this on me 2000 first chance I get.
Do it man! She'll be running like a whole different animal
My T100, jumped up w/ a cold air intake… my do that to the 4 runner…
Good call! I just tightened mine with great result's in throttle response and was kicking myself for not thinking of it but having all that slack has to affect the kickdown cable to.
1998 4runner limited w/locker, all OG and all stock on Falken Wildpeak atw3
Milege 295,064
Right on dude! It's so simple but makes a HUGE difference. Happy trails!
literally on my way outside to do this on my 97 rn
I just did this. It was so easy. It's got me idling at 1600 rpm which idk if that's high or not. I only did it enough for the thick cable here to pull, but not enough for the thin top cable to rev the engine.
I just noticed I idle at a much lower rpm like 900 when I use my foot to pull back pedal and it stays. So it's being like a game controller analog that sticks in positions.
I’d loosen that up a bit. Normal idle is around 1100-1200 rpm
My 02 has that cable ran on top. Yours is on bottom and you have two cables. I have one?
Yes, '01-'02 had an updated throttle body where the other cable became electronically controlled. Don't worry about the other cable (since you don't have it ha:)
Fuck yeah I appreciate this video this is an exact problem on my 3rd gen 96 runner
Loved the video will have to do this to my 4runner. I really wanna know where did you get the headlights for your Roxy 4runner. I've been wanting to put better headlamps but I can't find any that aren't oem.
I actually just finished up a build video on them;) They’re custom. Subscribe if you haven’t already, the video’s gonna be up soon!
Check out the channel, I just uploaded a detailed build video;)
Had to do this as well to my 00 3rd gen it got annoying it would never kick down I would have to literally push it to the floor now I get a nice kick down when coming onto the highway
I replaced my stock wheels with 2018 stock wheels. An inch bigger. I lost 30 miles. I hate how much gas it chuggs. Thinking about selling it to save on gas but i love it. So hard to let it go. Should i change the gears to get more power and mpg and keep or will this not help. Would do you recommend
Tell me more! What do you mean about the losing 30 miles? These 4runners are certainly not the best cars for fuel efficiency, but they're pretty darn good in almost every other aspect. My personal recommendation is to keep the stock tire size if you're driving it just on the street. If you want to go offroad as well, then stick with a small rim, 16" ideally, so you can maximize your tire sidewall height.
As far as upping fuel efficiency, there are a few maintenance items to check. There's a super great article on T4r.org you can check out that goes over them all. May help if you seem to be getting under average mileage
www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-gen-t4rs/82033-3rd-gen-4runner-buyers-guide.html
@@PartimeOverland i lost a total of 30 miles when filling up. I assumed I was down to 15 mpg but i guess thats normal.
But yeah. The rig is perfect for all my needs. Just don’t like the mpg and power off the line.
Maybe your tip will help. Also, i wonder if adding the Sprint Booster will add some more Go, if it’s available for 3rd gen
@@snoopdisnoopyou said you went to 17” wheels. Did you also up the tire size too? i’m considering upgrading my 2000 4Runner to 17” wheels with 265/70/17 tires. Tryna keep my mpg as good as I can get it
Yes i did upgrade tires too. Someone recommended getting skinnier tires. Not as wide. I also removed my spare during city driving.
@@snoopdisnoop i’m going to try these 17”rims with 265/65/17 tires, stock suspension. This combo should be the closest match to the original wheel and tire set. We’ll see what happens
Disconnect your A/C belt=more hp as well
Hmm rpm on the 96 is rather low might have to check this out.
Could be, what’s your RPM now? This isn’t gonna be a fix for low RPM tho…
Great video! Thank you
Glad to help!
The cable strach over time that's why they don't make cables anymore all the modern cars are all electronic controls
MO POWAH BABEH
Who needs a super charger anyway?! ;)
Just adjust the cable you still have adjustment left
Def responds quickr
Where did you get your head light lamps?
All the electronics for my headlights came from BXbuilt. They’re amazing!
What lift do you have ?
good to know.
Good job
Good tip! Thanks man
Glad to help!
Will this work on an 03 Tacoma also?
Hurry up tomorrow, I know it's loose as a goose.
To the people that have slack in the cable… there is a grommet on the back of the pedal that degrades and dissolves over time! Before adjusting the cable inside the engine bay peep that! That was my issue imma get a new cable and a not play!
Yessir! I'm actually planning on doing an updated video and replacing the whole cable all together. That i suppose is the 'ultimate' fix for this
Did this in 3 minutes definitely knew about it but didn’t get around to doing it until I saw this definitely get out there and take the little bit of time to do it feels like a 5th gen now
I was about to skip the vid , thankfully I didn’t. Great tip bro !
Now you have to create another video called "Get Extra FREE MPG from your 3rd Gen 4Runner!" And then show how to put slack back in the throttle cable to prevent you from going wide open throttle all the time. 😅
👍and suscribe, really appreciated, keep up the good work 👍
Dauum thanks dude can't wait to do this to mine
Haha glad to help! Seriously makes it feel like a new car again🙌
98 4runner thanks bro
*Open ended wrenches, not Crescent.
Ha, thanks! I knew that didn't sounds rightXD
What lifted kit are u on ur 4runner in the back?
I have a Bilstein/Toytec 3inch lift all around. I'll have more info on it in a future video;)
Wow!!but I haven't two wires!just one above!!
Sounds like you got an 01-02. Should be a similar process
Since its been a while, did those nuts slip? Does it need locktight?
No locktite needed in my case.
Where’s the results video
Beginning of the video
Try it out! Result speaks for itself;)
Video are awesome
You need a new throttle cable. Also be careful with adjusting the kickdown cable. Too tight leads to poor shifting. This has it’s place when necessary but generally another poorly guided forum noob “mod”.
Interesting you say that. Wouldn't a new (shorter) cable have the exact same effect?
@@PartimeOverland Still an old and stretched cable. If you ever get a chance to drive a low mile 4Runner you'll see how there's no play in the gas pedal. Also pedal feel. Squirt some silicone spray into the boot of your cable. They usually become much smoother. Still no comparison to a fresh cable, but this is another wear item. The kickdown adjustment needs to be "just right" to feel the way Toyota designed it.
Partime Overland you might find this video helpful too. th-cam.com/video/aJJLr-2RPCM/w-d-xo.html
Cool little tip. Possibly some tradeoff vs a new cable (just put it in a "to buy" list in the meantime!) as other mentioned, but in an old rig little tricks like this can really make them feel nicer. 👍
All you need is 2-14mm crescent wrenches 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
Y'all just need to turn on the ECT button.. Lol.
Hahaha extra 50hp at least;)
@@PartimeOverland yip, mad more horsepower and you beat everyone off the line. Lol
Nice Nice one
Cheers mate:)
This is just adjustment fo rookies.
Might be, but it makes a hell of a difference anyhow:)
if you do this dont fuck with the throttle lever with your hands. first time i did this the throttle lever was sticking so I went back to adjust it and kept twisting the throttle lever with my hand and it fucked up the throttle position sensor and I didn't know. So I took the whole fucking thing apart trying to figure it out and here I am $1400 later getting a new throttle body installed at a shop. Thanks for the heads up shit stick.
👍🏻😷
William Solano 🙏🏼👊👊
That is not extra power, you just making it respond quicker, sooner, when stepping on the gas..........SORRY THAT IS NO EXTRA POWER. Power is the same.
No, it is extra power. If you don't have the full range of motion of the throttle body then there is that last part of the power band that is not being used. So adding that back gives you extra power. Anyway. appreciate your words of wisdom, mister keyboard warrior:)
Ya i agree with Cesar. Unless you are bottoming on floor with pedal, its not more power just quicker response. It's just the input the engine responds to the input.
It's more available power that you couldn't use since there was slack in the cable total hp of the 4runner stays the same
I agree 100% with you. I have 2 3rd gen 4runners with the 3.4 and I've made the same adjustments. MORE THROTTLE RESPONSE IS WHAT YOU GET. IT DOESN'T GIVE YOU ANYMORE HORSEPOWER WHATSOEVER!!
Did the same to my 2002 Ford F-150…definitely improves the acceleration!!!
Can you always leave it on though?