Toyota 4Runner Starters & Parts

When you turn the ignition key, the engine of your Toyota 4Runner starts turning over and then cranks. But you may not know how many things are involved in making it crank. Apart from fuel, it takes a flow of air into the engine that is achieved through suction. When the engine is turning it sucks air and fuel into the cylinders, and the combustion process becomes possible. The purpose of the starter motor is to turn the engine over during ignition so that the combustion can start properly. A starter is an electric motor that is engaged when you turn the ignition switch. As soon as the engine turns over, the starter disengages.

If the engine of your Toyota 4Runner does not crank, the root of the problem is usually in the starter. In some cases, it can be a faulty starter solenoid, but quite often it is an entire starter that needs to be replaced. The main symptom of the problem is a clicking sound when you turn the ignition key, but the engine does not react. You may also hear a fast spinning noise or whirring, which is a symptom of a faulty starter drive. You’d better carefully inspect your starter, and if any of these components requires replacement, you can choose one of our exceptional Toyota 4Runner replacement starters and related parts.