Problems with the exhaust valves and cylinder head gaskets?

1996 TOYOTA 4RUNNER
102,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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I know the early 1990's 4 Runner had problems with the exhaust valves and cylinder head gaskets. How would I be able to tell if either one was malfunctioning?
Oct 19, 2010 at 12:04 AM
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A compression check and cylinder leak-down test should tell you the condition of your engine.
Oct 19, 2010 at 12:05 AM
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