If your Toyota Fortuner has metal shavings in the oil, it almost always indicates engine damage, but it’s not always easy to tell what is causing the issue. This article will help you figure out what’s going on with your vehicle. Metal shavings accompanied by a knocking sound typically indicate your Fortuner has spun a … Read more
When your Toyota Fortuner is in Park, its engine RPM level (revolutions per minute) should stay relatively even. If it doesn’t, there’s likely something wrong with your engine. If your vehicle’s check engine light is on, we’ve provided the most common causes of RPMs going up and down while in Park and the common codes … Read more
Shocks and struts typically don’t last for the lifetime of a vehicle, If your Toyota Fortuner is experiencing poor handling, excessive wear on tires and suspension components, or a jarring noise, it likely has bad shocks or struts. If your Fortuner is experiencing any steering problems, it’s vital to check your vehicle out immediately, as … Read more
The TPMS light indicates that your Toyota Fortuner’s tire pressure is above or below the minimum threshold set by the manufacturer. The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) light is the most common warning light on a modern vehicle. If you have a TPMS warning light, your vehicle’s tire pressure must be checked. If your Toyota … Read more
One of the most common trouble codes with the Toyota Fortuner is P0174. It indicates that your Toyota Fortuner is running lean on the bank two side of the engine. P0174 and P0171 (fuel trim lean bank one) are the most frequently seen air/fuel mixture-related codes. If they appear together, it reduces the list of … Read more
What is the BSM system? BSM stands for Blind Spot Monitor, an advanced safety system in the Toyota Fortuner that helps drivers detect objects in their “blind spots.” This system uses sensors to monitor the area around your vehicle and will alert you if another vehicle enters your blind spot. The BSM system also alerts … Read more
Does your Toyota Fortuner have lights that come on and a clicking noise when you turn the key, but it won’t start? This article is meant to help you diagnose this exact scenario. The good news is that this is a fairly common no-start situation and is usually pretty easy to repair. A weak battery … Read more
If you find yourself in a situation where only one of Toyota Fortuner’s windshield wipers is working, there’s a lot you can do to get it fixed at home. We know that when only one windshield wiper is working, your Fortuner’s windshield wiper motor is still functional. So we don’t need to check the windshield … Read more
A functioning horn is one of a vehicle’s most critical safety features. If your Toyota Fortuner’s horn isn’t working, there are a few potential causes. We’ll cover each of them, starting with the easiest and most likely issues and working from there. A test light can make diagnosing a horn that isn’t working much easier. … Read more
P0100 is a generic OBD2 trouble code that indicates an issue with your Toyota Fortuner’s Mass Air Flow (MAF) Sensor. This code is usually caused by a MAF sensor that is faulty, dirty or a wiring issue related to it. It may be tempting to replace your Fortuner’s MAF sensor without checking the electrical system … Read more