4runner/22re igniters

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Joe - 27 Oct 2007 02:21 GMT

I'm trying to replace the coil and igniter on an 86 4runner, I dont
know what type it used to have in it. I called several Toyota dealers
and yards, and they all say that 2 were made for it and none could
tell me which one to use or not use, or even what the difference is
between them. One igniter is a "53" and one is a "65". They cost $500
new. So I got a used 53 from a junkyard that swears it came from a
good running vehicle. My vehicle starts with it, but conks out within
5 seconds, or as soon as I give it gas, whichever comes first. The
vehicle ran fine before someone stole my coil/igniter.

Ideas?

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Ray O - 27 Oct 2007 04:58 GMT

> I'm trying to replace the coil and igniter on an 86 4runner, I dont
> know what type it used to have in it. I called several Toyota dealers
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> Ideas?

The igniter is good if you get spark. If the igniter is bad, there is no
spark. Check base ignition timing.

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Joe - 27 Oct 2007 14:11 GMT

> > I'm trying to replace the coil and igniter on an 86 4runner, I dont
> > know what type it used to have in it. I called several Toyota dealers
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If only I had something to check it with. I cant imagine why my timing
would be off unless the new coil/igniter is involved somehow. Please
explain?

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Ray O - 27 Oct 2007 21:26 GMT

>> > I'm trying to replace the coil and igniter on an 86 4runner, I dont
>> > know what type it used to have in it. I called several Toyota dealers
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> would be off unless the new coil/igniter is involved somehow. Please
> explain?

Base ignition timing is one of the basic things to check for the symptoms
you are describing. Changing the coil or igniter should not disturb
ignition timing unless you did something with the distributor.

Also check the air flow meter to make sure the flap moves smoothly, check
the idle air control, look for cracks/gaps/holes in the black plastic
snorkel between the air filter housing and throttle body, check the air
filter, check for vacuum leaks, check fuel pressure and volume.

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Joe - 27 Oct 2007 22:19 GMT

> >> "Joe" <in2d...@airpost.net> wrote in message
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I went back and looked around and found the plug that goes to the air
control meter (I think thats what it is anyway) was unplugged. Perhaps
the scum were planning a return visit for more free parts when I
rudely came back to town. I cant test it till tomorrow because I have
to switch batteries from my other car, and I'm using that one today.
But I'll bet the problem is solved now.

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Ray O - 28 Oct 2007 00:08 GMT

>> >> "Joe" <in2d...@airpost.net> wrote in message
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> to switch batteries from my other car, and I'm using that one today.
> But I'll bet the problem is solved now.

That would do it!

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Joe - 30 Oct 2007 00:22 GMT

> >> "Joe" <in2d...@airpost.net> wrote in message
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> That would do it!

And it did. Started up instantly after sitting for months and being
abused by thugs.

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