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Toyota Tacoma 2008 4x4 shift problem

Discussion in 'Toyota Trucks & SUVs' started by ritetoyota, Mar 14, 2011.

  1. Mar 14, 2011 at 8:11 PM
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    ritetoyota

    ritetoyota [OP] Member

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    When I shift from 4x2 to 4x4 low it does not shift.. It remains in 4x4 High. The vehicle is an automatic. when I shift to 4x4 low the lite flashs and I get a sound that matches the flashing lite..B:(
     
  2. Mar 14, 2011 at 8:13 PM
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    OZ-T

    OZ-T You are going backwards

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    You need to stop and be in neutral
     
  3. Mar 15, 2011 at 1:54 PM
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    I stopped and put it in neutral and it worked.. thanks for the advice and help..B
     
  4. Mar 15, 2011 at 2:01 PM
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    Life should be so simple in other matters, as well! ;)
     
  5. Mar 15, 2011 at 2:11 PM
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    this is a great site. Ask a question and get an answer in a minute or two!
     
  6. Mar 15, 2011 at 2:14 PM
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    Hitch and wiring, aux back-up light, rear strobe lights, radio and underseat sub.
    It should shift to 4lo under 5mph from 4hi. If it hasn't been used much, it may take a few tries.
     
  7. Mar 15, 2011 at 2:27 PM
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    This card is found in your sun visor pouch (or should be)... note item #5:

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  8. Mar 16, 2011 at 7:28 AM
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    thanks for all the advice..much appreciated..Barry..
     
  9. Mar 21, 2011 at 8:26 PM
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    hey does anyone know if you have to take the tow hooks off to put bull bars on?
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  10. Mar 21, 2011 at 8:35 PM
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    If you had got a manual you wouldn't have these problems mon!:p
     
  11. Mar 22, 2011 at 2:44 PM
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    Hitch and wiring, aux back-up light, rear strobe lights, radio and underseat sub.
    Damage multiplier+thread jack=fail;)
     

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