DIY: Gen 2 Illuminated 4wd switch

It's true that they are not interchangeable, but I was able to switch out the 4Runner dial to replace the Tacoma one. I just had to use a dremel to cut the bezel to fit the new round 4Runner switch. Otherwise, the install is exactly as described here by the OP.



Illuminated:

 

I can't get myself to justify $87 for a switch. I hope I get lucky at a junkyard

 

How about $43? Here ya go...

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&_rdc=1&item=180479547933

In fact, I believe you can still purchase one of these directly from rcbs204 for less than $30 for TW members...

http://www.tacomaworld.com/forum/lighting/68173-rcbs204-4x4-illuminated-switch.html

 

maverick491;30770]Continued from previous post...



I know the picture is crappy. I'll try to take my tripod out tonight and take better picture if I have time.

didn't even know all the stuff lit up.

 

How well does that 4runner switch match the Tacoma radio surround color?

 

good man

 

Mine didn't bother me until I saw this thread!

Now I'm going to have to find a wrecked 4 runner in a bone yard and do this mod!

 

would an older 4 runner switch work with a 14 tacoma? the newer tacomas can not have the switch illuminated (except for the actual knob) due to the new design. my tacoma has the 4wd switch built right into the dash....A direct fit from the 4 runner would be awesome....Here's my tacoma switch.

 

Something to add to this somewhat old write up. I was able to get a 4runner switch for $15 at the bone yard. I pried the switch out of the dash and pried the blank off on the other side of the radio so I could push the heater controls out from behind and avoid scratching the dash. Behind that blank was an unused plug that had the correct terminals for the 4wd switch plug so I just cut that plug off, removed the terminals and extended the wires to connect to the dimmer circuit. The bulb was burnt out on the switch I got so I ordered a new one from toyota. The bulb is waiting for me at home today so for a total of $18 I'll finally be able to find that switch in the dark.

 

Also this is the bulb I ordered so we shall see if it is as bright as the other lights.

 

It is not as bright but at least I can find the switch now. I'm happy with the results. Anybody need a non illuminated 2005 4runner 4wd switch for cheap?

 

Thanks for the write up maverick491 ! I finally got around to doing this mod today. So glad to have an illuminated 4x4 switch now!

 

Maybe this will work? I don't think the guy makes these anymore but here's an idea. I will investigate this as an option for my 15 when I confirm my new one isn't lit.

http://www.toyotanation.com/forum/61-2nd-generation-2005/336457-illuminated-4wd-selector-switch.html

Apparently the switch was changed on the '12 models. I may have to do a little circuit design.....

 

rwhise; how did this turn out? I have a '15 too and am interested in figuring out how to do this.

 

Me too! Any more word on the lit 2012+ switches?

 

Great write up. Does the kit include everything?

 

I need to do this

 

Will this work on my 2014 taco?

 

for '15 as well

 

Ok guys I have the 4x4 side wired up and ready to go but my hvac does not match the ops! Idk what to splice into. Someone please help I have a '15