92 v6 4runner... computer code 14

[crankycruiser]

Does anyone have a workshop manual for a 3lt V6 4runner???

I got a code 14 out of the computer and i would like to know what this is???

[RAY185]

I dont have the codes on the 3Ltr V6 but 14 is usually the code for Ignition Signal on all Toyota EFI engines after 91. It basically means there is no ignition signal to the computer 8 times in succession. If you havent noticed any problems with the way its running then it will be either a fault in the wiring from the ignitor to the computer or the computer itself. Try clearing the codes and checking again. Either pull out the EFI fuse or disconnect the negative battery terminal for 1 minute to clear the codes.

[crankycruiser]

Well i cleared the codes and it hasnt coe back....

It runs fine the only poblem is it is gutless as all buggery! My 1300 corolla as more grunt

[-Nemesis-]

V6 4Runners seem to lack low down torque. But, on the big scheme of things they're not gutless. They actually go quite hard if you use the rev range. I'd assume there may be something wrong, unless you're comparing it to a V8 or something....?

[crankycruiser]

No this thing is jus gutless... I'm comparing it to a 1300 corolla!!!

I was goin down a slight hill in it, flat to the boards in 3rd gear and it would not even hit redline.. got to 5g and that was bout it....

[-Nemesis-]

Ooh yeah that don't sound good. One thing a V6 4Runner does well is rev, and it usually is singing at about 5000rpm, not struggling.
Can't say i know why though, i haven't had such a problem yet.

.... dunno why i dind't answer at 4wdm

[Struth]

From the 4Runner manual.

Engine lacks power

1 Incorrect ignition timing.
2 Excessive play in distributor shaft.
3 Faulty or incorrectly gapped spark plugs.
4 Air filter dirty.
5 Spark timomg control system not operating correctly.
6 Faulty ignition coil.
7 Brakes binding (have to be a dickhead)
8 Auto transmission fluid level incorrect.
9 Clutch slipping (dickhead factor again)
10 Fuel filter clogged.
11 EGR system not functioning properly.
12 Use of sub standard fuel (are we all dickheads?)
13 Low or uneven cylinder compression pressures (hope not)
14 Air leak at carby or inlet manifold (or fuel injection system)
15 Dirty or clogged carby (doesn't have one)

In my experience most lack of grunt problems come from the ignition systems.

hope that helps, cheers Struth.

[mico]

Check the Harmonic balancer, I couldn't set the timing on mine as the mark kept running around the balancer, turned out it had fallen apart where the 2 peices of balancer join, Mine was a gutless as hell aswell (V8 fixed that problem )

[Struth]

Check all the hi tension leads.
Just one of these losing part of its power through a short will slow anything down.

Hows the alternator at higher revs, still putting out adequate volts?

And of course the good old Dizzy cap, any hair line cracks?

cheers.