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3rd gen Front Diff Actuator Problems

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by TWTaco, Jul 20, 2019.

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  1. Jul 26, 2022 at 6:07 AM
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    bush rat

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    is this leaky, shorting ADD issue limited to specific model years (2018 to 2020)?
     
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  2. Jul 26, 2022 at 6:11 AM
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    what year is your truck?
     
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  3. Jul 26, 2022 at 8:55 AM
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    2nd and 3rd gens at a minimum have basically used same actuator with very cheesy piece of tubing that is easily broken, cracked, pulled free, etc.
    The actuator seems like it would be fine if it were not for the tubing install they used
     
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  4. Jul 26, 2022 at 9:02 AM
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  5. Jul 27, 2022 at 4:28 AM
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    thanks BigWhiteTRD.
    i’ll crawl underneath and have a closer look
     
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  6. Aug 16, 2022 at 9:35 AM
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    Had the same problem with water getting in the actuator.
    Replaced with AISIN SAT-017 OE Replacement (link below)
    $183 AISIN SAT-017 OEM Differential Lock Actuator - Compatible with Select Toyota 4Runner, FJ Cruiser, Tacoma
    https://www.amazon.com/dp/B076C2KQS3

    I took the new one apart and the connections were spot tacked on the motor and other connection.
    I applied some dielectric grease to prevent corrosion and reassembled.
    Installed in the truck and 4x4 is working great.

    I would reccomend that if you still have the stock actuator to solder the contacts and check the breather hose.
    The stock breather hose is known to let water in and is what caused my problems.


    upload_2022-8-16_11-31-42.jpg upload_2022-8-16_11-31-57.jpg
     
    Mattwho777, Aug 16, 2022
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