I bought this 1988 4Runner a few months ago, to have something that was more of a utility vehicle than my M5, but I have a few problems that I need to address. I tried to search for any information about working on the power steering, but I didn't find anything.

I have a leak somewhere in the power steering, but haven't found it yet. The other problem I am having is a very high idle - around 2100 rpm or so.

Any ideas? I'm not a super mechanic, but I can do simple stuff, and I can follow directions.

Is there a DIY section on this forum, with illustrations?

Thanks. Any help you can give me is appreciated.

 

I have a 91 when I first got it home after buyin it I also had a power steering leak. Mine was leaking where the hose go to the steering box! I bought this stuff at AutoZone calledNoLeak power steering treatment.Its made by the makers of stabil,104+ octane booster..It totaly stoped my leak easy cheap fix Make sure to read the instuctions !
But it worked for me
Good luck

 

tazzman2110 has a good idea, epecially for those little leaks.

For the high idle, it can be numerous things. Vaccum would be common one, and having a vaccum line off. When did it start happening?

 

Somting I forgot to ask is it carurated o EFI ??