Toyota's Suck

Doing maintenance on a 14 year old 4-runner has made me realize that
the Japanese never considered the repair mechanic when designing it.
Simple parts like the fuel filter and starter motor are in the most
inaccessible places. Compared to the Chevrolets I've owned, a '59
Wagon and '73 Impala, this '94 suks.
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