Toyota 4Runner: Rear Differential Lock Control Switch

Toyota 4Runner Service Manual / Drivetrain / Axle And Differential / Rear Differential Lock Control Switch

Components

COMPONENTS

ILLUSTRATION

Inspection

INSPECTION

PROCEDURE

1. INSPECT DIFFERENTIAL LOCK SWITCH

(a) Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.

Standard Resistance:

Tester Connection	Switch Condition	Specified Condition
1 (E) - 4 (B)	Pressed	Below 1 Ω
1 (E) - 4 (B)	Not pressed	100 kΩ or higher

Text in Illustration

*a	Component without harness connected (Differential Lock Switch)

If the result is not as specified, replace the differential lock switch.

Removal

REMOVAL

PROCEDURE

1. REMOVE MAP LIGHT ASSEMBLY

2. REMOVE DIFFERENTIAL LOCK SWITCH

(a) Disconnect the differential lock switch connector.

(b) Using a screwdriver, detach the 2 claws and remove the differential lock switch from the map light assembly.

HINT:

Tape the screwdriver tip before use.

Installation

INSTALLATION

PROCEDURE

1. INSTALL DIFFERENTIAL LOCK SWITCH

(a) Attach the 2 claws to install the differential lock switch to the map light assembly.

(b) Connect the connector.

2. INSTALL MAP LIGHT ASSEMBLY

Replacement

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