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 3rd Gen 4Runner OEM battery life
#841999
10/17/07 01:58 PM
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Joined: Nov 2004
Posts: 31
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Getting the Wheeling Fever
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The Panasonic OEM battery (blue ring maintenance free) in my 2000 4Runner has been able to start right up without a hiccup for almost 8 years. I just checked the voltage yesterday when engine and all accessories were off: 12.56 v. I think it is still within spec.
I am so curious about how long it will last. I understand the normal battery life is 3-5 years. What you guys think if I keep it till it fails?
2000 4Runner 4WD SR5 V6 Auto 16x8 Chrome Wheel, 265/70/R16 BridgeStone Duelers A/T All Terran
2009 Toyota Sienna LE V6 FWD
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 Re: 3rd Gen 4Runner OEM battery life
[Re: t28wilson]
#842000
10/17/07 08:12 PM
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Joined: Jan 2007
Posts: 6
Need a Spot
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I have a '98 and had the Panasonic battery. I replaced it last year so it was just a bit over 8 yrs. old. You can keep it til it fails, but you might be stranded somewhere. Once mine gave a hint of failing, it started once, maybe twice more before I had to charge it to get to the battery store.
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Re: 3rd Gen 4Runner OEM battery life
[Re: chisel]
#842001
10/18/07 01:56 PM
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Joined: Oct 2001
Posts: 87
Getting the Wheeling Fever
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I replaced the battery in my 2002 4runner last weekend. Optima's were off the chart so I went with Autocraft "Titanium" for about $80. The first thing I noticed was that the starter motor spins faster now.
Jack Jolly
2002 4Runner Sport Edition
Gangsta Black
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Re: 3rd Gen 4Runner OEM battery life
[Re: jolly4x4]
#842002
10/18/07 02:24 PM
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Joined: Nov 2004
Posts: 31
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Getting the Wheeling Fever
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I am not a fan of Optima either. I know Optima is one of the best batteries. However I find it difficult to justify the double extra amount of money more than that of if I spend on regular one. My pick is the Costco "Kirkland" battery with 100 month warranty ($55). I think it would last as long as my stock Panasonic one. Another 8 years?
2000 4Runner 4WD SR5 V6 Auto 16x8 Chrome Wheel, 265/70/R16 BridgeStone Duelers A/T All Terran
2009 Toyota Sienna LE V6 FWD
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Re: 3rd Gen 4Runner OEM battery life
[Re: t28wilson]
#842003
10/20/07 09:08 PM
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Joined: Apr 2000
Posts: 3,748
Toyota Moderator
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Mine only lasted 3 years and started going out in a rather nasty way.. Was on a trip out West in some really remote areas..
One time it was start OK, next time the relays were rattling due to very low voltage... back and forth... this is indicative of an internal cell strap bond failing....
I now have dual batteries.. don't trust any single battery if going into remote areas...
2000 4Runner,V6,Auto,31's, Sliders, Skids, On-Board Air, Air Shocks Related Interests: Welding, Ham Radio, Road Tripping (Blue Highways), High End Video/Audio Systems
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Re: 3rd Gen 4Runner OEM battery life
[Re: Dandeman]
#842004
10/30/07 07:20 PM
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Joined: Jan 2002
Posts: 98
Getting the Wheeling Fever
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The OEM battery in my 82 hilux lasted 11 years, and died only due to a shorted out alternator.
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Re: 3rd Gen 4Runner OEM battery life
[Re: t28wilson]
#842005
10/30/07 07:37 PM
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Joined: May 2002
Posts: 624
Rock Warrior
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99 4runner purchased new in 98... battery replaced mid 06.
I work from home. Didn't drive the car for a week and the battery was completely dead. So dead that the car alarm didn't even work.
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Re: 3rd Gen 4Runner OEM battery life
[Re: t28wilson]
#842006
11/05/07 09:21 AM
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Joined: Mar 2003
Posts: 1,045
Body Damage is Cool
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Panasonic in my '93 went almost ten years. Bought the best Diehard I could and it lasted 3years plus one day past its warranty (they gave me a new one anyway). Just goes to show ya.....
Turn LEFT to go RIGHT
Thudump!....What was that daddy? Ran over a Honda, go back to sleep sweety.
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Re: 3rd Gen 4Runner OEM battery life
[Re: t28wilson]
#842007
08/26/10 12:59 AM
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Joined: Aug 2010
Posts: 1
Need a Spot
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the original battery in our '98 4-runner lasted 12 years. Never any problems with vehicle except now the starter contacts need to be replaced. Pretty good for over 200,000 miles.
Last edited by bushel; 08/26/10 01:00 AM.
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Re: 3rd Gen 4Runner OEM battery life
[Re: t28wilson]
#842008
08/26/10 02:15 AM
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Joined: Oct 2002
Posts: 15,887
Toyota & Classifieds Moderator
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Well, at least if you're stranded, you live where it's warm! <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/lol.gif" alt="" />
The one in my '99 looks original (2nd owner), so I'll be replacing it this next month. That's the last thing I need failing as a shift worker at -50F. I generally swap them out about every 5 years, given our temp extremes when we need them to crank.
Bushel, welcome to the Wire; lots of Oregonians here (not Kali transplants).
http://www.walkablecommunities.org/Democracy is two wolves and a lamb voting on what to have for dinner. Liberty is a well-armed lamb contesting the vote. **ubi apis- ibi salus**
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