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Engine is way louder than it used to be. It sounds the same but just amplified...

Discussion in '3rd Gen 4Runners (1996-2002)' started by HunterRunner2000, Feb 21, 2021.

  1. Feb 21, 2021 at 9:15 AM
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    HunterRunner2000

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    I have a 2000 4runner with no 4wd and 208,000 miles. It's been very well kept up, but one day, I was driving up a mountain to work, and the engine was still a bit cold. Suddenly, the engine just got way louder, and the check engine light came on. I took it to a mechanic nearby, and he said that it was some gasket. He said it isn't anything that will put me on the side of the road, but I gotta say it's annoying having my runner this loud. I have to get it inspected soon, so I would like to fix it to get this light off. I really just wanted a second opinion on what the mechanic said. Thanks!!
     
    HunterRunner2000, Feb 21, 2021
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  2. Feb 21, 2021 at 9:42 AM
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    Thatbassguy

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    Probably an exhaust gasket. It's an easy fix, except that the bolts are probably rusted pretty bad. You can attempt on your own, or use a trusted muffler shop. The part is probably just a few bucks.
     
    Thatbassguy, Feb 21, 2021
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  3. Feb 21, 2021 at 11:42 AM
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    thank you I appreciate it!! ill check it out
     
    HunterRunner2000, Feb 21, 2021
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  4. Feb 22, 2021 at 7:44 AM
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    Also, get a code reader. It's near impossible for us to give advice without codes. Code readers are dirt cheap and clue you right in to where to start.

    I agree, from the description, it's probably an exhaust leak.
     
    negusm, Feb 22, 2021
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  5. Feb 28, 2021 at 10:19 PM
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    Husky Driver

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    Husky Driver, Feb 28, 2021
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