I had the same problem for a while. Eventually it got so bad that the starter would not disengage at times, and it killed the battery too. Replace the contacts, or if you want, replace the starter with one that has a lifetime warranty.


1999 4-runner
TRD Supercharger, 5 speed, 2 inch pulley, Dual 2.5" exhaust, AEM Brute Force Intake, Supra Injectors