Greetings:

Is it possible to remove the roof rack (either completely or partially) on a 2004 4Runner v6 4x4 sport ed? If so, where can I find an instruction and will it risk to have a roof leak later on?

Advance thanks for your time and help.

I was wondering the same thing. I was actually at the toyota dealer to day and was asking them how to take them off. They said the covers "pop" off and there are 2 bolts on each side. I haven't tried this yet but it seems to be easier said that done with out casuing any damage to you rack. As for if there will be leaks etc. I would think so since th bolts go into the body. You can take of the rails I belive but what would be the point if you have to leave the four corners with the rubber seals? Not much help I know but thats all I know.

don't know about the '04 in particular, but i removed the roof rack (left the side rails on) on my '99 3 years ago and i have had no problems with leaks. it's a smart move if you don't use it...i get 2-3 more mpg with it off.

2-3 mpg? Are you serious? You don't have a wind sail on your roof, they are just bars that go across. I would suggest you check your math on that one.

i got 19 mpg hwy before i took them off and i now get 21-22 mpg. unless my elementary school mathematics are failing me, i'm saving 2-3 mpg.

I just don't see how or why your MPG's would go up that much, but if you say so.

I just don't see how or why your MPG's would go up that much, but if you say so.
I suggest you just take it off and see if your MPG gets better. And hey, if it doesn't then what have you lost but time.-Hummm......Just stick it back on.