Aluminium underbody protection for Toyota 4Runner (2002-2009), made from 4 mm aluminium and designed to protect the gearbox area. This skid plate is intended for listed vehicle applications and helps shield the vulnerable central underbody component from everyday road exposure and light off-road impacts.
For the Toyota 4Runner, gearbox protection is particularly useful when crossing ridges, deep ruts, rocky tracks, gravel roads, and uneven surfaces. After the front wheels pass over an obstacle, the central underside can become the next point of contact. The plate creates a durable barrier beneath the gearbox area.
This version is listed for model years 2002-2009 and is specified for all engine variants. Product weight is 10 kg.
Please check the VIN, production date, model year, engine, drivetrain, transmission, body version, and underbody layout before ordering. A 60-day return period and a 24-month warranty are included. Delivery terms and charges depend on the destination.
Fitment and vehicle context
This skid plate is listed for Toyota 4Runner (2002-2009) and should be matched to the exact vehicle configuration before purchase. Toyota generally identifies the fourth-generation 4Runner as model years 2003-2009, while this product has a listed fitment range beginning in 2002. Owners of 2002 vehicles should therefore confirm the VIN, production date, engine, drivetrain, transmission, body version, underbody layout, and mounting points before ordering.
Not sure which protection area or material to choose? Read our Toyota 4Runner 2002-2009 skid plate guide to compare front and gearbox protection in 2.5 mm steel and 4 mm aluminium.
Main Features
- Protects: Gearbox
- Material: Aluminium
- Thickness: 4 mm
- Weight: 10 kg
- Model years: 2002-2009
- Engine compatibility: All engine variants
- SKU: 5941986215536
Mounting and service notes
Installation should be checked against the product fitment data and the vehicle before fitting. Use the specified mounting points for the listed application and verify clearance around the gearbox, exhaust, moving components, drainage points, and service-access areas in advance.
This gearbox plate protects a different underbody zone from the engine, front bumper, and radiator plate. Drivers seeking more continuous protection should confirm that the selected front and gearbox plates are compatible with the same vehicle and can be installed together.
Steel vs. Aluminium
Aluminium underbody protection is typically chosen when a balance of durability, corrosion resistance, and lower weight is important. Compared with the corresponding 2.5 mm steel gearbox plate listed at 15 kg, this 4 mm aluminium version has a listed weight of 10 kg. Aluminium is naturally resistant to conventional red rust while still providing a durable barrier for everyday roads, winter conditions, gravel routes, and light off-road use.
Material and thickness should not be considered independently from plate shape, reinforcement, coverage, and mounting design.
FAQ
Which parts of the vehicle does this skid plate protect?
This version is designed to protect the gearbox area.
Does this plate protect the engine and radiator?
No. This plate provides targeted gearbox protection. The engine, front bumper, and radiator areas require a separate front skid plate.
Is it compatible with my vehicle?
This product is listed for Toyota 4Runner (2002-2009) and is specified for all engine variants. Always check the VIN, production date, model year, engine, drivetrain, transmission, body version, underbody layout, mounting points, and vehicle documents before ordering. Vehicles from 2002 require particular attention because they may fall close to a generation or market-specification boundary.
What should I know before installation?
This protection plate is supplied with the required mounting hardware and a detailed installation guide showing the mounting points and fastening sequence. Fitment should be checked against the specific vehicle configuration before installation. Installation can be carried out by an experienced vehicle owner with the required tools or by a professional workshop.
Returns and warranty
If you are not satisfied with the product, it may be returned within 60 days, subject to the applicable return conditions. A 24-month warranty is included. The kit includes the required mounting hardware.
