Toyota 4runner transfer case removal. Now that the shifters driveshafts cross members and transfer case are out this video walks you through the steps to get the transmission out. 03 15 2010 0414 pm 1. Notice the tcase shifter comes out of the top of the tcase.
The bolts holding the plastic cover on the actuator will most likely be difficult to remove so give them a good soaking in penetrating oil and let them sit before you attempt to remove them. Notice the block off plate on top of the case. First remove the wiring harness connected to the transfer case actuator motor then remove the vent hose.
Notice there are no forks on the front of the tcase. The right photo is a forward shift transfer case. The left photo shows a top shifting transfer case and transmission.
From 1979 through 95 many toyota trucks and 4runners used a gear drive transfer case. I think if you can get access to the bolts you will be able to just drop the transfer case and save a lot fo effort and time. Teh manual calls for taking out the whole transmission.
Equipment includes a sunroof a roof rack a receiver hitch a power rear window cruise control air conditioning and a cdcassette player. The transmission has just one shifter. Toyota 4runner 4wd failure shift actuator replacement and transfer case overview carspec had the opportunity to diagnose and repair a 2007 4runner recently that wouldnt engage 4wd high or low the shift indicator would only blink and the car remained rear wheel2wd.
After you get the transmission out theres some.