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Oil build up.

Discussion in '4th Gen 4Runners (2003-2009)' started by Dizzaster, Apr 21, 2025 at 6:26 PM.

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Fixing a timing cover leak. Also doin a whole timing kit while I'm in there.
Notice some oil build up next to the vvt sprocket on the driver's side. Could it be an indication of anything?
Also, the cams and stuff are a lot dirtier on the driver side than the passenger side.

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Ouch. Looks like skipped oil changes.

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