1996 - 2002 4RUNNER 2WD & 4WD
Are aftermarket upper control arms required on the 1996 - 2002 4Runner systems?
No, aftermarket up control arms are not required on 96-02 Toyota 4Runner. The 4Runner UCA’s provide enough alignment adjustment to set the vehicle within the factory alignment spec range. Lifting the vehicle over 2.5” on some vehicles the stock upper
My 1996-2002 Toyota 4Runner is leaning to the driver side, what can be done to remedy this?
Toyotas are designed and built with a bias to the driver side due to weight. Toyota 4Runners have both the battery and gas tank on the driver side. New vehicles have this lean right off the showroom floor but it is not typically noticed until a suspe
Does ICON offer coilovers for 6” lifted 4Runner’s?
Yes, there are several lifted applications available for the 96-02 Toyota 4Runner. The extended and compress lengths of the coilover on your vehicle is required to identify the correct ICON coilover part number for your specific kit. If a coilover is
Will the ICON 0-2” lift rear shock work with higher lift heights on this on 1996 - 2002 Toyota 4Runner?
Yes, the ICON rear shock is compatible with higher lift height. The 0-2” recommendation is based on optimum ride quality for the vehicle. Using the ICON shock on higher lift applications may function correctly without damage but right quality may suf
What’s the difference between standard and extended travel 1996 - 2002 4Runner coilovers?
The ICON extended travel coilovers are intended to be paired with aftermarket upper control arms. The added angularity provided by an aftermarket UCA allows ICON engineers to give the vehicle more down travel then the stock coilover. The ICON extende
What is the nitrogen charge pressure on 1996 - 2002 Toyota 4Runner coilovers?
Toyota 4Runner coilovers are preset from the factory at 250 psi. (ICON Part Number's: 58610 and 58615). Toyota 4Runner remote reservoir coilovers are preset at 250 psi. (ICON Part Number's: 58712 and 58716). Remote reservoir CDCV adjustable coilovers
Does ICON offer a replacement bearing kits for front 1996 - 2002 Toyota 4Runner coilovers?
Yes, ICON manufactures a bearing service kit for Toyota 4Runner coilovers. Part number:. 611067 - TACOMA/FJ/4RNR LOWER CO BRG/SPCR KIT. This kit includes two bearings for clips and all four-space is required for the front lower coilover mount. For mo
How much lift over stock do the ICON 1996 - 2003 Toyota Tundra coilovers provide out of the box?
ICON coilover kits are preset out of the box at the optimum balance between compression and droop travel to give the best ride quality. The ICON coilovers yield approximately 2” of lift overstock from factory setting. Motor size, door configuration,
Can ICON 1996 - 2002 4Runner upper control arms work with long travel suspension systems?
No, ICON upper control arms are designed to work with a stock width vehicle. Aftermarket long travel systems will require upper and lower control arms that are longer then stock to increase the track width and wheel travel of the vehicle.
Can ICON 96-02 Toyota 4Runner uniball upper control arms be upgraded to Delta Joints?
All ICON upper control arms, billet aluminum and tubular steel, can be retrofit with Delta Joints. Delta Joint upgrade kits are sold based on vehicle model. The ICON UCA kit for 96-02 4Runner’s is available in tubular steel only and will require the
Are differential drop spacers required on 1996-2002 4Runner suspension systems?
No, front differential drop spacers are not required for ICON's 1996-2002 4Runner suspension systems. Depending on your vehicles' lift height, the need for a diff drop spacer can be completely avoided with proper alignment adjustments. 4Runners set a
My 96-02 Toyota 4runner coilovers came with two different size spacers for the lower mount what is the correct orientation?
For 96-02 Toyota 4runner the large spacer should be oriented rearward for adequate CV clearance. The lower shock mount will be offset forward. The spacer will have to be in the lower mount before installing it between the shock tabs on the lower cont
What are the spring rate options for the ICON 1996 - 2002 4Runner coilover?
The 4Runner coilovers are built with an ICON standard production 650lb/in coil spring. 158504 - COIL SPRING 1300.0300.650 BLACK. ICON offers a heavier rate coil spring option that is a 700lb/in spring rate. 158508 - COIL SPRING 1400.0300.0700 BLACK.
How do ICON extended travel coilovers provide more travel over stock on Toyota 4Runner’s?
Most independent front suspension systems use the coilover as the component that dictates down travel. The upper control arm is typically the limiting factor due to it's lack of angularity. ICON engineers have found that more travel is available if t
My 96-02 4Runner overs are currently set to the maximum thread showing, what can I do to get more lift?
If you are currently at the max thread recommendation there is an option available to provide more lift. The max compressed length for front suspension is determined by the factory bump stops. The max thread showing is set with this dimension in mind