Appreciate you sir regarding the differential actuator to check for in initial buying inspection of the GX. Just need to make sure it locks and not keep flashing. Grateful brudda. Nice GX modification. Thanks +Aloha -future GX owner
Just did mine. The o-ring and seal had gone. Mine came off pretty easy. The hard part was getting the new oil seal in and getting it back on the car with the right timing
The gear timing is marked by the factory but you will never be able to get it on the same mark unless the actual transfercase is opened. You can how ever slip it back in and run the diff lock hoping it clicks back in to the right spot
Appreciate your work. I check your channel first when planning any DIY with my GX. The center diff on mine seems to engage on it's own. No leaks though, not sure if it's a bad switch or actuator.
@@crutchfieldautomotive7936 That’s what i am afraid off! It’s a 2006 Toyota Sequoia Limited stuck in 4wd. Could i possibly remove the front shaft (short term ) and drive it ? Will the output stay in the TC and not come out if i do this?
I’ve seen people drive with the front driveshaft removed yes, can’t remember without looking at that one but it should be fine and not lose fluid. Does is bolt to tc or slide out on yours?
I'm in the process of replacing the same actuator on my 06 Sequoia. Do you know if it's the same procedure (i.e. turns of actuator) to remove it. It's definitely the actuator that's faulty because I've already plugged the new one in and tested it. It works!! I have unbolted the 3 12mm bolts, and pulled out the actuator, but it doesn't twist either way. Thanks in advance.
@@crutchfieldautomotive7936 Yeah, I think that's what I've researched. My plan is to open-up the actuator while still on the diff. Check the condition of the internals, and hopefully, I find something out of the norm. Also, I'm wondering if I can just swap a new unit without having to remove the 2 shafts 🤔🤔
Hi Ryan. Question: With the transfer case actuator removed, how far should you be able to slide the rod in/out of the transfer case? I'm surprised by how small the movement appears on Maverick; I'm guessing it's less than 1 inch (maybe 1/2" or 3/4"). The rod moves smoothly between the in and out positions, but it's not very far. The rod "clunks" solidly against something at both ends of its travel. If it's supposed to move a larger amount, is there a process I can do that will allow that full range of motion before I install a new actuator?
Thanks for the video. Out of curiosity, any updates on the eBay actuator? Do you think it’s a good product that will last or should I just 500 dollars a for Aisin?
I went test drive a 470 today and went to lock the diff and the light didn’t come on at all. The VSC light came on like it should have. What would cause the diff light not to come on. I didn’t recall hearing anything try to in gauge either. Can you hear it from in the cab?
Sometimes you can hear it but you’d test it best by driving after. You could tell when turning it would feel like traditional 4x4 lurching somewhat in turns
Hey man, my gx470 has the center differential flashing. It drives normal, but feels jumpy when you make a sharp turn at super low speed. The button is not responding. Is it ok to drive like that if its a daily? Or this needs to be replaced? Thanks
Do you still have your old actuator? mine still works but the plastic cover over the seals (held by the phillips head) is broken and I need a new one. Would you sell me thee cover off yours if you still have it?
I am a bit confused on the rod that is existing from when you took off the actuator. My new actuator has a rod as part of it, did you remove the rod from the car and simply place the new actuator, with new rod into the hole where the original one was, or did you remove the rod from the new actuator and simply slide it on to the original rod still left from when you took off the old / bad actuator?
If you can find a used actuator the rod is already removed and can be placed as such. If you get a new one you will have to remove rod or crack open the entire transfer case to use the new rod which is a big pain
@@crutchfieldautomotive7936 last ? as I don't see anyone has asked. After you put the new one on, is there a way to put transfer case oil back into the car somehow?
@@crutchfieldautomotive7936 Thank you so very much, I had to remove the rod from the new Actuator I bought, and had it in less than an hour. Very good instructions and it worked like a charm. You Rock Bro!!
Hi, looking at auctions - GX 470 has risen in price in connection with what? In the USA, prices for new GX ones are comparatively low relative to the rest of the world.
@@crutchfieldautomotive7936 yes hi before it was like lacking maybe some lube on shifter,didn't use it for a while then this happened, won't wiggle shake budge,like it's locked
@@redbone7040 odd one to be locked in place, but that shift is in the transfer case. I’ve seen other shift linkage get messed up before. It’s not out of the realm of possibility, but it’ll have to be seen by a shop to diagnose if you can’t. Not one I can make a call on from here 😐
More good stuff again. Wasn't sure if the center differential was ever used on mine. Tried it once , took longer to disconnect than I was comfortable with. Choose not to push my luck with it after hearing some stories on costly repairs . Any good tips we need to know?
@@crutchfieldautomotive7936 I generally shift my 4x4's into 4 low several times a year even though I never need it. The GX did lock much smoother today. Might not ever need it, good to know it functions right.
Good info! Loving the how to's on the Gx470s like one other comment said! Have you ever had any issues with the DAC? Mine won't ingage just flashes. Didn't know if you had any tips. Keep em coming man!👍
I don’t know about that one right off, if ABS is functioning (meaning ATRAC should work as well) the DAC “should” function. I’ll have to dig a bit on that
@@crutchfieldautomotive7936 I just bought a 2006 and when I put on 4hi on it only flashes ligths on my dash and when I put it on 4lo sounds a beep help me bro what do you think it might be
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Thank you, please keep up the gx470 how to's. You're one of not many making really good diy info on these.
I’ll try
Appreciate you sir regarding the differential actuator to check for in initial buying inspection of the GX. Just need to make sure it locks and not keep flashing. Grateful brudda. Nice GX modification. Thanks +Aloha -future GX owner
I have been looking for someone that has actually done this, I need to swap mine on my 03 GX470. Mine is as difficult as yours. Thanks for sharing.
Most of them slip right off. This one was not fun 😂
Just did mine. The o-ring and seal had gone. Mine came off pretty easy. The hard part was getting the new oil seal in and getting it back on the car with the right timing
@@navh9542 is the gears timing marked on the gears or is it diferent from car to another?
The gear timing is marked by the factory but you will never be able to get it on the same mark unless the actual transfercase is opened. You can how ever slip it back in and run the diff lock hoping it clicks back in to the right spot
@@navh9542 I fixed it without removing the T case
thank u !!!
Appreciate your work. I check your channel first when planning any DIY with my GX. The center diff on mine seems to engage on it's own. No leaks though, not sure if it's a bad switch or actuator.
Part number on the actuator?
Very well done…..is it possible to remove an actuator on a TC with 2 shift rods? Or do i have to drop the TC?
I don’t think you’ll be able to turn it to disengage if you have 2. Not 100% on that one.
@@crutchfieldautomotive7936 That’s what i am afraid off! It’s a 2006 Toyota Sequoia Limited stuck in 4wd. Could i possibly remove the front shaft (short term ) and drive it ? Will the output stay in the TC and not come out if i do this?
I’ve seen people drive with the front driveshaft removed yes, can’t remember without looking at that one but it should be fine and not lose fluid. Does is bolt to tc or slide out on yours?
I'm in the process of replacing the same actuator on my 06 Sequoia. Do you know if it's the same procedure (i.e. turns of actuator) to remove it. It's definitely the actuator that's faulty because I've already plugged the new one in and tested it. It works!! I have unbolted the 3 12mm bolts, and pulled out the actuator, but it doesn't twist either way. Thanks in advance.
I’m not 100% on the sequoia off hand but I think I remember it having 2 shafts and not able to be swapped without cracking the diff open
@@crutchfieldautomotive7936 Yeah, I think that's what I've researched. My plan is to open-up the actuator while still on the diff. Check the condition of the internals, and hopefully, I find something out of the norm. Also, I'm wondering if I can just swap a new unit without having to remove the 2 shafts 🤔🤔
I have done it on the GX, but I don’t know on that actuator for sure
Hi Ryan. Question: With the transfer case actuator removed, how far should you be able to slide the rod in/out of the transfer case? I'm surprised by how small the movement appears on Maverick; I'm guessing it's less than 1 inch (maybe 1/2" or 3/4"). The rod moves smoothly between the in and out positions, but it's not very far. The rod "clunks" solidly against something at both ends of its travel. If it's supposed to move a larger amount, is there a process I can do that will allow that full range of motion before I install a new actuator?
That’s all I’ve had as far as movement with any of them removed from the actuator
Thanks for the video. Out of curiosity, any updates on the eBay actuator? Do you think it’s a good product that will last or should I just 500 dollars a for Aisin?
So far no issues with that one
I went test drive a 470 today and went to lock the diff and the light didn’t come on at all. The VSC light came on like it should have. What would cause the diff light not to come on. I didn’t recall hearing anything try to in gauge either. Can you hear it from in the cab?
Sometimes you can hear it but you’d test it best by driving after. You could tell when turning it would feel like traditional 4x4 lurching somewhat in turns
Not sure why light wouldn’t come on if it actually engaged
@@crutchfieldautomotive7936 I don’t think it engaged. I never heard anything from inside the cabin.
@@crutchfieldautomotive7936 ok. Yea it didn’t feel like that.
Hey man, my gx470 has the center differential flashing. It drives normal, but feels jumpy when you make a sharp turn at super low speed. The button is not responding. Is it ok to drive like that if its a daily? Or this needs to be replaced? Thanks
I would get it fixed it’s still locked and will eventually cause damage
Do you still have your old actuator? mine still works but the plastic cover over the seals (held by the phillips head) is broken and I need a new one. Would you sell me thee cover off yours if you still have it?
I would have to check my parts but possibly
My GX only goes in reverse no forward, any experience with that problem?
The whole thing or only locks the center when In reverse?
I only seen one shaft coming out of yours. The new part has two
Have you ever swapped one on a first gen sequoia? It’s a two-rod actuator, I’m sure you aware.
Not without cracking the t case open on those
I am a bit confused on the rod that is existing from when you took off the actuator. My new actuator has a rod as part of it, did you remove the rod from the car and simply place the new actuator, with new rod into the hole where the original one was, or did you remove the rod from the new actuator and simply slide it on to the original rod still left from when you took off the old / bad actuator?
If you can find a used actuator the rod is already removed and can be placed as such. If you get a new one you will have to remove rod or crack open the entire transfer case to use the new rod which is a big pain
@@crutchfieldautomotive7936 last ? as I don't see anyone has asked. After you put the new one on, is there a way to put transfer case oil back into the car somehow?
Yes ruclips.net/video/sOXDMynalbY/видео.html
@@crutchfieldautomotive7936 Thank you so very much, I had to remove the rod from the new Actuator I bought, and had it in less than an hour. Very good instructions and it worked like a charm. You Rock Bro!!
Thank you!
How easy was it to take out metal rod?
On the new one or old?
If I buy a new unit can I remove the shaft from the new unit? Or do I just buy a used unit?
You can, or find one from a junked/wrecked unit with it already removed
Hi, looking at auctions - GX 470 has risen in price in connection with what? In the USA, prices for new GX ones are comparatively low relative to the rest of the world.
A little bit of newer public interest has driven them up and the entire used market is high currently due to manufacturing issues related to COVID
@@crutchfieldautomotive7936 Thank you ! Have a nice weekend)))
You as well!
You know anything about hilo shifter frozen, mine was sticking then didn't use it for long time now its frozen, will not move 06
Frozen on hi I hope? And you are shifting it while in neutral correct? Just checking boxes to make sure before other questions
@@crutchfieldautomotive7936 yes hi before it was like lacking maybe some lube on shifter,didn't use it for a while then this happened, won't wiggle shake budge,like it's locked
That’s strange, so even if the gear shifter is in neutral it doesn’t budge
@@redbone7040 odd one to be locked in place, but that shift is in the transfer case. I’ve seen other shift linkage get messed up before. It’s not out of the realm of possibility, but it’ll have to be seen by a shop to diagnose if you can’t. Not one I can make a call on from here 😐
@@crutchfieldautomotive7936 thanks , enjoy the rest of the day 👌
More good stuff again. Wasn't sure if the center differential was ever used on mine. Tried it once , took longer to disconnect than I was comfortable with. Choose not to push my luck with it after hearing some stories on costly repairs . Any good tips we need to know?
I would keep trying it if you have the time, the more exercise they get the better most of the time
@@crutchfieldautomotive7936 I generally shift my 4x4's into 4 low several times a year even though I never need it. The GX did lock much smoother today. Might not ever need it, good to know it functions right.
Are these cars that you are fixing up going on your lot?
Those 2 aren’t they’re already sold. I picked up an 03 yesterday and the video to it drops today it should be on our website shortly
Was it not shifting gears?
Wouldn’t lock the center diff
Just had the same issue with the seals, I ordered a seal kit from ebay.
Good info! Loving the how to's on the Gx470s like one other comment said! Have you ever had any issues with the DAC? Mine won't ingage just flashes. Didn't know if you had any tips. Keep em coming man!👍
I don’t know about that one right off, if ABS is functioning (meaning ATRAC should work as well) the DAC “should” function. I’ll have to dig a bit on that
@@crutchfieldautomotive7936 thanks! It's in 4L and in low so not sure what's going on.
Its the same for a 4th gen 4 runner?
Should be about the same it may have 2 rods I can’t recall right off
@@crutchfieldautomotive7936 I just bought a 2006 and when I put on 4hi on it only flashes ligths on my dash and when I put it on 4lo sounds a beep help me bro what do you think it might be
Are you locking differential as well or just going from high to low?
@@crutchfieldautomotive7936 just going to 2wd to 4hi and from 4hi to 4 low, when I pus the locking differential buttom nothing happens
I have a video I can send to you if you want it