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no 4x4 what did i forget to connect?

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by FishaRnekEd, Feb 18, 2025.

  1. Feb 18, 2025 at 11:58 AM
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    FishaRnekEd

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    So I got a newer motor into this truck, after fixing the broken engine mount perch...

    4x4 and 4Lo dash lights flash when i attempt to engage.

    I believe that i forgot or damaged an electrical connection.

    Any clue exactly where i missed a connector?

    Thanks

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  2. Feb 18, 2025 at 12:04 PM
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    Transfer Case actuator?
     
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  3. Feb 18, 2025 at 12:21 PM
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    I'll get under there and check. Thanks
     
  4. Feb 18, 2025 at 12:31 PM
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    I just checked the transfer case everything's connected back there.

    I may have pinched something under here... Facepalm

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  5. Feb 18, 2025 at 12:36 PM
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    the transfer case actuator and the front diff actuator go out often. Might need to do some electrical digging soon too
     
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  6. Feb 18, 2025 at 12:53 PM
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    Well, it worked 6 months ago when i parked the truck (engine mount perch factory welds gave)

    Perhaps i need to move the actuator manually. Truck hasn't moved in 6 months. Could just be stuck. (I hope)
     
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  7. Feb 18, 2025 at 1:05 PM
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    Did you hook up all the grounds on the back of the right cylinder head?
     
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  8. Feb 18, 2025 at 4:57 PM
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    Thanks, I'll check in the morning, i hope that's the problem. LoL
     
  9. Feb 20, 2025 at 9:38 AM
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    Thanks everyone for the suggestions.

    Fortunately, it was just the crushed quick connector from the front diff actuator to the wiring harness.

    A few spliced wires and it's good now.

    If that's the only damage i caused while installing the newish motor, then I'm happy

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