2008 Toyota 4Runner Specifications

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    • 2008 Toyota 4Runner Model Years
    2006200720082009

    Engine Location : Front
    Drive Type : Rear Wheel (standard), 4WD
    Production Years for Series : 2003 - 2009
    Price : MSRP: $28,415-39,135
    Invoice: $25,375-34,950
    Weight : 4045 lbs | 1834.781 kg
    MPG City : 18
    MPG Highway : 21
    V 6
    Displacement : 4000 cc | 244.1 cu in. | 4.0 L.
    Power : 236 HP (173.696 KW) @ 5200 RPM
    Torque :266 Ft-Lbs (361 NM) @ 3800 RPM
    Bore : 3.7 in | 94 mm.
    Stroke : 3.7 in | 95 mm.
    Compression : 10.0:1
    Valvetrain : 24 DOHC (4.0 valves per cylinder)
    Construction : Aluminum Alloy block and head
    Sequential Multi-Point Electronic Fuel Injection
    Ignition system :Toyota Direct Ignition
    V 8
    Displacement : 4700 cc | 286.8 cu in. | 4.7 L.
    Power : 260 HP (191.36 KW) @ 5400 RPM
    Torque :306 Ft-Lbs (415 NM) @ 3400 RPM
    Bore : 3.7 in | 94 mm.
    Stroke : 3.3 in | 84 mm.
    Compression : 10.0:1
    Valvetrain : 32 DOHC (4.0 valves per cylinder)
    Cylinder Head : Aluminum Alloy
    Sequential Multi-Point Electronic Fuel Injection
    Transmission:
    5 Automatic ECT

    1st Gear : 3.520
    2nd Gear : 2.042
    3rd Gear : 1.400
    4th Gear : 1.000
    5th Gear : 0.716
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    EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

    Manufacturer

    GULF STATES TOYOTA, INC.

    NHTSA Campaign ID10V035000
    SummaryGULF STATES TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2010 VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, 'TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS.' THESE VEHICLES WERE SOLD BETWEEN SEPTEMBER 1, 2005 AND JUNE 2, 2008 WITHOUT THE REQUISITE LOAD CARRYING CAPACITY MODIFICATION LABELS.
    ConsequenceTHIS DOES NOT MEET THE STANDARD REQUIREMENTS.
    RemedyDEALERS WILL MAIL TO CONSUMERS THE CORRECTED LABEL OR THE CUSTOMER WILL HAVE THE OPTION FOR DEALERS TO INSTALL THE LABEL FREE OF CHARGE. DEALERS WILL ALSO CORRECT THE OWNER'S MANUAL. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 27, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT GULF STATES TOYOTA AT 713-580-3300.
    NotesOWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO

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    EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

    Manufacturer

    SOUTHEAST TOYOTA DISTRIBUTORS, LLC

    NHTSA Campaign ID10V036000
    SummarySOUTHEAST TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2011 PASSENGER VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, 'TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS.' THESE VEHICLES WERE SOLD WITHOUT THE REQUISITE LOAD CARRYING CAPACITY MODIFICATION LABELS.
    ConsequenceA DRIVER MAY OVERLOAD A VEHICLE WHICH MAY INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.
    RemedyDEALERS WILL MAIL TO CONSUMERS THE CORRECTED LABEL OR THE CUSTOMER WILL HAVE THE OPTION FOR DEALERS TO INSTALL THE LABEL FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 27, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SOUTHEAST TOYOTA AT 1-800-301-6859.
    NotesOWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO

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    VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL

    Manufacturer

    TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC.

    NHTSA Campaign ID11V113000
    SummaryTOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008 THROUGH 2011 LEXUS LX570, 2003 THROUGH 2009 TOYOTA 4RUNNER, AND 2006 THROUGH 2010 RAV4 VEHICLES. THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL CAN GET STUCK IN THE WIDE OPEN POSITION DUE TO ITS BEING TRAPPED BY AN UNSECURED OR INCOMPATIBLE DRIVER'S FLOOR MAT.
    ConsequenceA STUCK OPEN ACCELERATOR PEDAL MAY RESULT IN VERY HIGH VEHICLE SPEEDS AND MAKE IT DIFFICULT TO STOP THE VEHICLE, WHICH COULD CAUSE A CRASH, SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
    RemedyTHE REMEDY IS NOW AVAILABLE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN EARLY APRIL 2011. THE REMEDY WILL INVOLVE MODIFICATION OR REPLACEMENT OF THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL AND REPLACEMENT OF ANY TOYOTA ALL-WEATHER FLOOR MAT. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331 OR LEXUS AT 1-800-255-3987.
    NotesTOYOTA'S RECALL CAMPAIGN NUMBERS ARE 90L (TOYOTA) AND 90LG (LEXUS).CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV.THIS RECALL IS AN EXPANSION OF SAFETY RECALLS 09V-388 AND 10V-023.

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    SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER

    Manufacturer

    Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC

    Mfr Report Date19871205
    NHTSA Campaign ID16V396000
    SummarySoutheast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2005-2011 4Runner, Highlander, Sequoia, and Sienna, 2005-2010 Avalon and Tundra, 2006-2008 Camry Solara, 2006-2010 Highlander hybrid, 2006-2011 Rav4 and Tacoma, 2007-2010 FJ Cruiser, 2007-2011 Camry hybrid, 2009-2010 Venza, 2010-2012 Prius, 1988-1990 and 2005-2010 Camry, and 1989 and 2009-2010 Corolla vehicles equipped with aftermarket accessory seat heaters with a copper strand heating element. The electrical wiring in the seat heaters may be damaged when the seat cushion is compressed.
    ConsequenceIf damaged, the copper strand heating element may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
    RemedySET will notify owners, and dealers will disconnect the seat heaters, free of charge, and refund the purchase price of the seat heater accessory. The recall began on July 14, 2016. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET number for this recall is SET16B.
    NotesOwners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

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    SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER

    Manufacturer

    Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC

    Mfr Report Date20060601
    NHTSA Campaign ID14V743000
    SummarySoutheast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 Prius and Corolla, 2009-2011 Venza, 2006-2010 Avalon, 2007-2010 FJ Cruiser, 2005-2011 Sienna and Sequoia, 2006-2011 Tacoma 4x2 and 4x4, Camry, Highlander, Tundra 4x2 and 4x4, and 2007-2011 Rav4 and 4Runner. The affected vehicles may experience compression of the seat cushion which may damage the seat heater wiring.
    ConsequenceDamage to the seat heater wiring could cause the wires to short, increasing the risk of the seat burning and causing personal injury to the occupant.
    RemedySET will notify owners, and dealers will disconnect the heaters with copper strand heating elements and refund the purchase price of the seat heater accessory, free of charge. The recall is expected to began in January 2015. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226.
    NotesOwners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

    Information provided by NHTSA
    Data updated June 2024
    2008 Averages
    Avg. Car Cost : $27,958
    Avg. Household Income : $57,000
    Avg. Home : $238,880
    Avg. Gallon of Gas : $3.39

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    Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 2008 Toyota 4Runner? A: The 2008 Toyota 4Runner has a wheelbase size of 109.80 inches.

    Q: What is the length of the 2008 Toyota 4Runner? A: The 2008 Toyota 4Runner has a length of 189.20 inches.

    Q: What is the width of the 2008 Toyota 4Runner? A: The 2008 Toyota 4Runner has a width of 75.20 inches.

    Q: How much headroom does the 2008 Toyota 4Runner have?A: The 2008 Toyota 4Runner has 39.70 inches of headroom.

    Q: How much legroom does the 2008 Toyota 4Runner have?A: The 2008 Toyota 4Runner has legroom of 41.00 inches.

    Q: What is the 2008 Toyota 4Runner's towing capacity?A: The 2008 Toyota 4Runner has a towing capaicty of 5000.00 lbs.

    Q: What is the bodystyle of the 2008 Toyota 4Runner? A: The 2008 Toyota 4Runner was a .

    Q: How much did the 2008 Toyota 4Runner cost when new? What was the MSRP? A: The 2008 Toyota 4Runner had an MSRP of $28,415 - $$39,135 (USD).

    Q: What engines did the 2008 Toyota 4Runner have? A: The 2008 Toyota 4Runner had the following engine options: V 6 (4000 cc | 244.1 cu in. | 4.0 L.) with 236 HP (173.696 KW) @ 5200 RPM and 266 Ft-Lbs (361 NM) @ 3800 RPM
  • V 8 (4700 cc | 286.8 cu in. | 4.7 L.) with 260 HP (191.36 KW) @ 5400 RPM and 306 Ft-Lbs (415 NM) @ 3400 RPM

    • Q: What transmission did the 2008 Toyota 4Runner have? A: The 2008 Toyota 4Runner had a 5 speed Automatic ECT gearbox.

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