Toyota 4Runner (1990–1995)
U.S.-market specifications. Items flagged UNVERIFIED have not yet been matched to a Toyota factory document. Confirm them before you rely on them.
Overview & model years
For 1990 the 4Runner gained a fully steel body with a fixed roof and a power roll-down tailgate window. A four-door body was the U.S. norm; a two-door was sold briefly (1990–1991). Rear suspension moved to coil springs.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| U.S. model years | 1990–1995 (Wikipedia) |
| Wheelbase | 103.3 in (2,624 mm) |
| Front suspension | IFS, torsion bars |
| Rear suspension | Solid axle, coil springs |
Engines (U.S. market)
| Engine | Years | Type / displacement | Output (SAE net) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22R-E | 1990–1995 | 2.4 L SOHC I4, EFI | 113–116 hp (84–87 kW) / 140 lb-ft (190 N·m) |
| 3VZ-E | 1990–1995 | 3.0 L SOHC V6 | 150 hp (112 kW) / 180 lb-ft (244 N·m) |
Drivetrain: transmissions, transfer case, axles, lockers
| Component | Detail |
|---|---|
| Manual transmission | W56 (I4), R150 (V6) |
| Automatic | A340H / A340F 4-speed |
| Transfer case | Part-time two-speed |
| Front axle | IFS with ADD |
| Rear axle | Solid axle, coil springs; 8.0 in ring gear (V6) |
| Lockers | Factory electric rear locker offered on some V6 4x4s UNVERIFIED |
Dimensions & weights
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Wheelbase | 103.3 in (2,624 mm) |
| Length | 176.0–176.8 in (4,470–4,491 mm) |
| Width | 66.5 in (1,689 mm) |
| Height | 66.1 in (1,679 mm) |
| Curb weight | 3,760 lb (1,706 kg) |
Fluid capacities
| System | Capacity (US / metric) | Fluid |
|---|---|---|
| Engine oil (3VZ-E, with filter) | 4.8 US qt (4.5 L) | 10W-30 typical |
| Automatic (drain & refill) | 2.5 US qt (2.4 L) | Dexron II or III |
| Transfer case | W56 3.4 US pt; R150 2.4 US pt; automatic 1.6 US pt | Manual: API GL-4 or GL-5, SAE 75W-90; auto: Dexron II/III |
| Front differential | 1.6 L (1.7 US qt); with ADD 1.97 US qt | API GL-5 hypoid gear oil (viscosity per manual) |
| Rear differential | 2.3 US qt (2.2 L) | API GL-5 hypoid gear oil (viscosity per manual) |
| Fuel tank | 17.2 / 18.8 US gal by model | Unleaded |
Refill capacities are approximate. Fill to the dipstick, check plug, or reservoir mark, not by volume alone. Use the fluid grade on your oil filler cap / owner’s manual.
Key torque specs
| Fastener | Torque (ft-lb / N·m) |
|---|---|
| Wheel lug nuts | 76 ft-lb (103 N·m) |
| Spark plugs | 13 ft-lb (18 N·m) |
Always confirm torque values in the factory repair manual for your exact year and engine. Use a calibrated wrench; tighten wheel nuts in a star pattern and re-check after 50 miles. Values marked UNVERIFIED are commonly published figures we have not yet matched to a Toyota document.
Paint colors
Code 040
Code 202
Code 3K4
Code 6M1
Code 183
Code 8E3
Swatches are approximate screen colors. Order paint by the code on the vehicle’s ID label (driver door jamb or firewall, marked C/TR or COLOR), never by the swatch. Lists show common U.S. colors and are not complete for every year. Code–name pairs confirmed via the automotivetouchup Toyota color listings; availability varies by year and trim.
Trims & options
| Trim / package | Years | Highlights |
|---|---|---|
| SR5 | 1990–1995 | Main U.S. trim |
| SR5 V6 | 1990–1995 | V6, optional leather and sport package |
VIN decoding basics
| Position | Meaning |
|---|---|
| 1 | Country: J = Japan, 4/5 = USA, 3 = Mexico |
| 1–3 | World Manufacturer ID (e.g. JT_ = Toyota Japan) |
| 4–8 | Vehicle descriptor: body, engine, series/model code (varies by era) |
| 9 | Check digit |
| 10 | Model year: B=1981 … Y=2000, 1=2001 … 9=2009, A=2010 … S=2025, T=2026 (no I, O, Q, U, Z, 0) |
| 11 | Assembly plant |
| 12–17 | Serial number |
Decode any 1981+ VIN free at NHTSA vPIC. The paint code and trim code are printed on the ID label, not encoded in the VIN.
Factory manuals & brochures
Official and public sources only. We do not host copies of copyrighted Toyota manuals.
- Operation CHARM: factory service information, 1982–2013 (public, free) ↗
- Toyota Owners: owner’s manuals & warranty guides (official) ↗
- NHTSA vPIC VIN decoder (U.S. government) ↗
- NHTSA recalls lookup by VIN ↗
- Toyota Technical Information System (official factory repair manuals, paid subscription) ↗
- Toyota Newsroom (official press kits & spec sheets) ↗