76 Drivetrain parts are listed for the 2021 Toyota 4RUNNER, in 20 part types, covering the 4.0L V6 engine. Each one has a brand, a manufacturer part number and notes that say where it fits.
On the 2021 Toyota 4RUNNER, the drivetrain system moves power from transmission to wheels through axles, CV joints, driveshafts, differentials and wheel-end hardware. Most of the listed parts are Differential Rebuild Kit (11 parts), Universal Joint (9 parts) and CV Axle (8 parts). The other 17 part types cover the remaining 48 parts.
Every part on this page is matched to the 4.0L V6 — the only engine offered in the 2021 Toyota 4RUNNER.
The most listed brands for 2021 Toyota 4RUNNER drivetrain parts are SKF (10 parts), USA STANDARD GEAR (7 parts) and TOP NOTCH (6 parts), plus 22 more brands. Quality grades include Standard Replacement, Heavy Duty and Standard Kit.
13 parts on this 2021 Toyota 4RUNNER page carry a "Popular" badge — the source catalog's flag for options frequently chosen for this vehicle — including STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS TCA103 (4WD Actuator) and SKF 18478 (Axle Shaft Seal). Click any part number to see every vehicle that part fits.
4WD Actuator
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Popular | TCA103 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Mounted on Front Differential | View on Amazon |
| DORMAN | 600488 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | 4WD | View on Amazon |
| SKP | SK600488 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | 4WD | View on Amazon |
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS | TCA102 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Mounted on Transfer Case | View on Amazon |
| WELLS | 1S15513 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | View on Amazon |
This table covers the actuators that engage four-wheel drive at the transfer case or axle. Typical signs include a door or range that will not move, or a click with no motion. Confirm the command signal before replacing the actuator — a failed module looks the same.
5 4WD Actuator parts are listed for the 2021 Toyota 4RUNNER, from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, DORMAN, SKP and 1 other brand. STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS TCA103 carries the "Popular" badge.
This group includes STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS TCA103, DORMAN 600488 and SKP SK600488 and the remaining parts above.
Axle Shaft
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DORMAN | 926137 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | OE FIXLoaded Axle Assembly | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Axle shafts.
One part is listed for the 2021 Toyota 4RUNNER — DORMAN 926137.
Axle Shaft Bearing
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SKF | BR4317 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Right4WD | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Axle Shaft bearings. Typical signs include a growl that rises with speed, or play in the shaft or hub. Set preload the way the notes specify. A dry or crushed bearing fails quickly.
One part is listed for the 2021 Toyota 4RUNNER — SKF BR4317.
Axle Shaft Lock / Snap Ring
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SKF | R271 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Rear | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Axle Shaft Lock / Snap rings.
One part is listed for the 2021 Toyota 4RUNNER — SKF R271.
Axle Shaft Seal
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SKF Popular | 18478 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Right4WD | View on Amazon |
| SKF Popular | 18195A | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Left4WD | View on Amazon |
| SKF | 30192 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | View on Amazon | |
| TIMKEN | 710596 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | 1.850 in. Shaft Size2.720 in. Bore | View on Amazon |
| TIMKEN | 225875 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | RearFrom 07/2011 | View on Amazon |
| TIMKEN | 710595 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Right4WD | View on Amazon |
This table covers the seals where an axle shaft exits the housing. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again.
6 Axle Shaft Seal parts for the 2021 Toyota 4RUNNER come from 2 brands — SKF and TIMKEN. The "Popular" part is SKF 18478.
This group includes SKF 18478, SKF 18195A and SKF 30192 and the remaining parts above.
CV Axle
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CARDONE | 605235 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Remanufacturedwith Standard Neoprene Outboard Boot | View on Amazon |
Heavy Duty
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GSP | NCV69170XD | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Xtreme Duty CV AxleFor Extreme Operating Temperatures | View on Amazon |
| TOP NOTCH | TN18033XD | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Xtreme Duty | View on Amazon |
| TRAKMOTIVE | TO8168HDX | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Extreme Duty | View on Amazon |
Specialty - For Lifted Vehicles
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TOP NOTCH | TN18033XDP | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Extended Travel | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GSP Popular | NCV69170 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Frontwith Standard Suspension | View on Amazon |
| TRAKMOTIVE Popular | TO8168 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Does Not Include ABS Ring | View on Amazon |
| TOP NOTCH | TN18033 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Frontwith Standard Suspension | View on Amazon |
This table covers the complete CV axle shafts from differential (or hub) to wheel. Typical signs include a click in tight turns, grease flung around the wheel well, or a vibration that builds with speed. A torn boot caught early is a boot kit; caught late it is the whole axle. Torque the axle nut to the method in the notes.
8 CV Axle parts for the 2021 Toyota 4RUNNER come from 4 brands — TOP NOTCH, GSP, TRAKMOTIVE and 1 other brand. The "Popular" part is GSP NCV69170.
The Economy section lists 1 option from CARDONE — the catalog's value-priced group. CARDONE 605235 is listed in this group.
In the Heavy Duty grade, GSP, TOP NOTCH and TRAKMOTIVE supply 3 parts: rated for severe service. A representative part number is GSP NCV69170XD.
In the Specialty - For Lifted Vehicles grade, TOP NOTCH supplies 1 part: grouped under the catalog's "Specialty - For Lifted Vehicles" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is TOP NOTCH TN18033XDP.
In the Standard Replacement grade, GSP, TRAKMOTIVE and TOP NOTCH supply 3 parts: built to original-equipment specification. A representative part number is GSP NCV69170.
Listed part numbers: GSP NCV69170, CARDONE 605235 and GSP NCV69170XD, plus the other parts above.
CV Intermediate Shaft
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TRAKMOTIVE | TO3513 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Fits Front RightSR5 Model or TRD Off-Road or TRD Off-Road Premium or TRD Pro | View on Amazon |
This table covers the CV Intermediate shafts.
One part is listed for the 2021 Toyota 4RUNNER — TRAKMOTIVE TO3513.
CV Joint Boot
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BECK/ARNLEY | 1033133 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Outer | View on Amazon |
| BECK/ARNLEY | 1033040 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Inner | View on Amazon |
| BECK/ARNLEY | 1033124 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Inner and Outer | View on Amazon |
This table covers the boots that keep grease in a CV joint. Typical signs include a split boot, grease flung around the joint, or a click once grit is inside. A boot caught early is a kit. Once the joint has clicked, the joint itself is usually worn.
3 CV Joint Boot parts for the 2021 Toyota 4RUNNER come from BECK/ARNLEY.
This group includes BECK/ARNLEY 1033133, BECK/ARNLEY 1033040 and BECK/ARNLEY 1033124.
Differential Crush Sleeve
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SKF | KRS155 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Rear | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Differential Crush sleeves.
One part is listed for the 2021 Toyota 4RUNNER — SKF KRS155.
Differential Pinion Bearing / Race
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SKF | BR121 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Rear Outer | View on Amazon |
| SKF | BR122 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Rear Inner | View on Amazon |
Differential Pinion Seal
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SKF | 17712A | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Rear | View on Amazon |
| TIMKEN | SL260482 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | FrontLimited or Nightshade or SR5 Model or SR5 Premium or TRD Off-Road or TRD Off-Road Premium or TRD Pro or Trail or Venture | View on Amazon |
| TIMKEN | SL260499 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | RearLimited or Nightshade or SR5 Model or SR5 Premium or TRD Off-Road or TRD Off-Road Premium or TRD Pro or Trail or Venture | View on Amazon |
| WJB / INMOTION PARTS | WS17712A | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Rear | View on Amazon |
This table covers the seals at the differential pinion yoke. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again.
4 Differential Pinion Seal parts for the 2021 Toyota 4RUNNER come from 3 brands — TIMKEN, SKF and WJB / INMOTION PARTS.
This group includes SKF 17712A, TIMKEN SL260482 and TIMKEN SL260499 and the remaining parts above.
Differential Pinion Shim
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MOTIVE GEAR | 1109 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Pinion Shim Pack741 Housing | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Differential Pinion shims.
This group shows a single part: MOTIVE GEAR 1109.
Differential Rebuild Kit
Master Kit
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| USA STANDARD GEAR Popular | USA14130 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Yukon Master Kit | View on Amazon |
| BCA | NBDRK383MK | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Master Kit | View on Amazon |
| BCA | NBDRK383AMK | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Master Kit | View on Amazon |
| USA STANDARD GEAR | ZKTLCREVB | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Differential Rebuild KitsIncludes Koyo Bearings | View on Amazon |
| USA STANDARD GEAR | ZKT8CSA | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Includes Koyo Bearings | View on Amazon |
Standard Kit
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BCA Popular | NBDRK383 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Standard Kit | View on Amazon |
| USA STANDARD GEAR Popular | USA11215 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Minimum Differential Install Kit | View on Amazon |
| BCA | NBDRK383A | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Standard Kit | View on Amazon |
| USA STANDARD GEAR | USA11108 | 🇺🇸 US | Standard Kit | View on Amazon |
| USA STANDARD GEAR | USA11214 | 🇺🇸 US | Fits Toyota 8 Reverse Rotation Front Differential | View on Amazon |
| USA STANDARD GEAR | USA11217 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front4WD | View on Amazon |
This table covers kits that group the bearings, races and seals for a differential rebuild.
11 Differential Rebuild Kit parts are listed for the 2021 Toyota 4RUNNER, from USA STANDARD GEAR and BCA. USA STANDARD GEAR USA14130 carries the "Popular" badge.
In the Master Kit grade, USA STANDARD GEAR and BCA supply 5 parts: grouped under the catalog's "Master Kit" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is USA STANDARD GEAR USA14130.
The Standard Kit section lists 6 options from USA STANDARD GEAR and BCA — grouped under the catalog's "Standard Kit" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. BCA NBDRK383 is listed in this group.
Differential Ring and Pinion
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RICHMOND | T82 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | EXCel | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MOTIVE GEAR | TACIFSL | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front4WD | View on Amazon |
| MOTIVE GEAR | T82 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | RearToyota 8.2" | View on Amazon |
| MOTIVE GEAR | TAC8F | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front4WD | View on Amazon |
This table covers the ring-and-pinion gear sets that set the axle ratio.
4 Differential Ring and Pinion parts for the 2021 Toyota 4RUNNER come from 2 brands — MOTIVE GEAR and RICHMOND.
The Economy section: 1 option from RICHMOND. RICHMOND T82 is listed in this group.
Standard Replacement: 3 parts, from MOTIVE GEAR. A representative part number is MOTIVE GEAR TACIFSL.
Listed part numbers: RICHMOND T82 and MOTIVE GEAR TACIFSL, plus the other parts above.
Differential Ring Gear Bolt
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MOTIVE GEAR | RGB19 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Differential4WD | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Differential Ring Gear bolts.
This group shows a single part: MOTIVE GEAR RGB19.
Drive Shaft
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TOP NOTCH Popular | TN6917PS | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front4WD | View on Amazon |
| TOP NOTCH Popular | TN6931PS | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Rear4WD | View on Amazon |
| CARDONE | 655032 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Rear4WD | View on Amazon |
| CARDONE | 655002 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front4WD | View on Amazon |
| CARDONE | 655040 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Rear4WD | View on Amazon |
| CARDONE | 655021 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | RearRWD | View on Amazon |
| TOP NOTCH | TN6918PS | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front4WD | View on Amazon |
This table covers the driveshafts that carry torque from the transmission or transfer case.
7 Drive Shaft parts are listed for the 2021 Toyota 4RUNNER, from CARDONE and TOP NOTCH. TOP NOTCH TN6917PS carries the "Popular" badge.
This group includes TOP NOTCH TN6917PS, TOP NOTCH TN6931PS and CARDONE 655032 and the remaining parts above.
Gear Oil
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IDEMITSU | 30305024750 | 🇺🇸 US | 75W90 Racing Gear Oil1 Quart | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE | 915052 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Advanced Full Synthetic SAE 75W-85 Gear Oil1 Gallon | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE | 915053 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Advanced Full Synthetic SAE 75W-85 Gear Oil1 Quart Flex Fill | View on Amazon |
This table covers the gear oils specified for the axle or transfer case. Typical signs include a low-oil lamp, knocking, or oil that has gone thin before the next interval. Match the viscosity and spec in the notes, not just the weight on the bottle.
3 Gear Oil parts for the 2021 Toyota 4RUNNER come from 2 brands — VALVOLINE and IDEMITSU.
Listed part numbers: IDEMITSU 30305024750, VALVOLINE 915052 and VALVOLINE 915053.
Transfer Case Input Shaft Seal
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SKF | 17300 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | View on Amazon |
This table covers the seals at the Transfer Case Input Shaft. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again.
One part is listed for the 2021 Toyota 4RUNNER — SKF 17300.
Transfer Case Motor
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DORMAN Popular | 600493 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | 4WDwith Limited Package | View on Amazon |
| DORMAN | 600423 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | 4WDwithout Limited Package | View on Amazon |
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS | TCM118 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Finish: Plastic, Metal | View on Amazon |
| ULTRA-POWER | 600493 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | with Limited Package | View on Amazon |
| WAI GLOBAL | TC1038 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | 4WDwithout Limited Package | View on Amazon |
| WAI GLOBAL | TC1035 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | 4WDwith Limited Package | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Transfer Case motors. Typical signs include no motion, a squeal, or a motor that only runs on one speed. Confirm power, ground and the control module before replacing the motor.
6 Transfer Case Motor parts are listed for the 2021 Toyota 4RUNNER, from DORMAN, WAI GLOBAL, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and 1 other brand. DORMAN 600493 carries the "Popular" badge.
Part numbers include DORMAN 600493, DORMAN 600423 and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS TCM118, among others listed above.
Universal Joint
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DANA | 251510X | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Spicer SelectGreasable | View on Amazon |
Heavy Duty
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FVP | 2150021 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | PerformanceGreasable | View on Amazon |
| GMB | 2150021 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | PerformanceGreasable | View on Amazon |
| MOOG | 285 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Super StrengthGreasable | View on Amazon |
| MOOG | 287 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Super StrengthNon-Greasable | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DANA Popular | 51510X | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | SpicerGreasable | View on Amazon |
| MOOG Popular | 387 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Fits Rear Driveshaft at Rear Axle4WD | View on Amazon |
| GKN | U925 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Pre-lubricated | View on Amazon |
| GKN | U249 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Pre-lubricated | View on Amazon |
This table covers the U-joints in the driveshaft.
9 Universal Joint parts for the 2021 Toyota 4RUNNER come from 5 brands — MOOG, DANA, GKN and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is DANA 51510X.
The Economy section: 1 option from DANA. DANA 251510X is listed in this group.
Heavy Duty: 4 parts, from MOOG, FVP and GMB. A representative part number is FVP 2150021.
Standard Replacement: 4 parts, from GKN, DANA and MOOG. A representative part number is DANA 51510X.
This group includes DANA 51510X, DANA 251510X and FVP 2150021 and the remaining parts above.
Buying Drivetrain Parts for a 2021 Toyota 4RUNNER
On this vehicle, the drivetrain system moves power from transmission to wheels through axles, CV joints, driveshafts, differentials and wheel-end hardware.
- Confirm you have the 4.0L V6 engine — every part on this page is matched to it.
- Read the notes on each row for position, trim and spec qualifiers before you order.
- Where labor overlaps, replace the differential or transfer-case fluid with any axle or seal job while everything is already open.
- Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.
Start with the largest groups on this page: Differential Rebuild Kit and Universal Joint .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many drivetrain parts fit the 2021 Toyota 4RUNNER?
Our catalog currently lists 76 drivetrain parts for the 2021 Toyota 4RUNNER across 20 subcategories and 25 brands, covering the 4.0L V6 engine. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
What are the signs of drivetrain problems on a 2021 Toyota 4RUNNER?
Common symptoms include clicking in tight turns, a clunk when shifting between drive and reverse, vibration that builds with speed, or gear oil on the inside of a wheel. If you notice any of these, identify the affected subcategory above and cross-reference the part numbers listed.
What should I replace at the same time?
Where labor overlaps, replace the differential or transfer-case fluid with any axle or seal job while everything is already open.
What do the market flags (US, CA, MX) on each part mean?
They show the market for which the manufacturer published application data for that part — where the vehicle was first sold, not where the part was made. If your 2021 Toyota 4RUNNER was originally sold in the US, the safest choice is a part marked for the US market.
How do I make sure a part fits my 2021 Toyota 4RUNNER?
Every part on this page is matched to the 4.0L V6 engine. Then a torn CV boot caught early is a cheap boot kit; caught late it is a whole axle — inspect before deciding which to buy. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.
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