1994 Toyota 4Runner Won't Start

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4RUNNER0205
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my 94 4runner has 180,000 miles and is in good condition. i have a full tank of gas and am in between oil changes. my car won't start. the battery is fine-radio and all lights work. when i turn my key, the engine sounds like it will start, but does not kick in. is this my starter, or could it possibly need a new oil change?
any help is appreciated!
Apr 23, 2006 at 9:54 AM
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LOSONE
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Believe me an oil change won't do it. What engine do you have? If it a V6 3.0 then the attached might be of some use.
Apr 24, 2006 at 12:38 PM
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JAYS86MR2
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dat would either be ur starter or alternator try changing the starter first
Nov 8, 2006 at 3:29 PM
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LOSONE
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Toyota starters have a replacable starter contactor. Remove the starter and replace the contactor assembly. (on top of the starter about $25) If the starter has never been off it is a bear to loosen the starter bolts. Once they are loose the unscew by hand. Good luck
Nov 8, 2006 at 11:58 PM
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An oil change will not fix this no-start. With accessories working, check the starter: Toyota starters have a replaceable contactor on top of the starter. Remove the starter and replace the contactor assembly. The starter bolts can be very tight if they have never been removed.

Conversation Summary

The owner of a 1994 Toyota 4Runner with 180,000 miles says the battery and accessories work, but the engine sounds like it wants to start and does not kick in. They asked whether the starter or an oil change was the cause. Replies said an oil change will not fix it, suggested the starter or alternator, and advised replacing the starter contactor assembly on top of the starter.

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