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4x4 Not engaging

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by TRDaccesscab, Nov 1, 2015.

  1. Nov 1, 2015 at 7:56 PM
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    TRDaccesscab

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    Hey guys, ive searched this topic but can't find anything helpful. I drive a 2011 trd access cab. 4 inch lift on 33's, fox shocks, wheel spacers, intake, exhaust, lots of shit. I replaced the 4x4 actuator ($700) and now it says I'm in 4x4 when i flip the switch, but the front wheels still arent spinning. Am i able to engage it manually? winter is coming and I would like to figure it out. thanks for the help.
     
  2. Nov 2, 2015 at 12:14 AM
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    Tacoma005

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    Put it in 4wd and and try a U-turn on pavement. You'll find out quickly whether or not it's engaging.
     
  3. Nov 2, 2015 at 1:35 AM
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    PSU Taco85

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    Front ADD actuator is shot, cost is around $380 for a new one.
     
  4. Nov 3, 2015 at 12:54 PM
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    TRDaccesscab

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    It was just replaced. The old one was shot. I know the front wheels arent spinning consdering I can do a burnout. I hear it engage when i flip the switch.
     
  5. Nov 3, 2015 at 1:15 PM
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    PSU Taco85

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    Then it's the transfer case actuator. Is the front driveshaft spinning?
     
  6. Nov 3, 2015 at 1:17 PM
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    muisejt

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    which one did you replace as there are two actuators, one on the transfer case and one on the front differential
     

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