Taking off your factory 5th gen 4runner roof rack

If you're planning a 5th gen 4runner roof rack removal, you've probably reached the point where those factory rails just aren't cutting it anymore. Maybe you've got a beefy Prinsu or Sherpa rack sitting in boxes in your garage, or maybe you just want that clean, "bald" look for your rig. Whatever the reason, taking the stock rack off isn't a massive ordeal, but there are a few "gotchas" that can turn a thirty-minute job into a weekend-long headache if you aren't careful. ...

February 6, 2026 · 8 min · Jenna Hila