How to replace transfer case motor in Toyota Tundra?

How to replace transfer case motor in Toyota Tundra?

Remove the rotational piece inside the actuator. Remove the three bolts that hold the actuator to the transfer case and pull out the actuator. A little bit of oil should come out, and the shaft will remain in place. Remove the plastic cover from the actuator, as well as the small metal cover on the other side of it.

What is the actuator on a Toyota Tundra?

The actuator is a electronically-controlled gear drive on the side of the transfer case that engages or disengages the 4WD system. Generally speaking, you rarely need to replace the entire transfer case assembly, instead the motor itself is a serviceable part.

Where to plug in transfer case actuator for 4WD?

Placement of the gearon the shaft isnt important. All that matters is that actuator motor is in correct position that correlates to shift rod location. So place shift rod in 2wd (all the way in towards tcase). Plug in actuator and shift into 4hi and then back to 2wd, making sure you see the shaft spin.

Is the Toyota Tundra a 4 wheel drive vehicle?

This article applies to the Toyota Tundra (2000-present). The four wheel drive system in your Toyota Tundra is generally pretty hardy. That said, like any four wheel drive, there are some possible weak links, among which is the 4WD actuator or transfer case motor.

How do you replace the actuator on a Toyota Tundra?

Remove the wiring harness connected to the motor and the vent hose. Spray the bolts on the plastic actuator cover with some penetrating oil and let them sit for a few minutes to help loosen them up, as they will likely be hard to remove. You can also give them a couple of good whacks with a hammer to help loosen them.

What kind of engine does the Toyota Tundra have?

Toyota has introduced an all-new 4.6-liter V-8 engine and 6-speed transmission combination for the 2010 Tundra. Mark Williams from PickupTrucks.com and David Lee from Toyota take you through the details. Toyota went for the jugular in the 2007 model year when it introduced the second-generation Tundra.

What’s the price of a new Toyota Tundra?

It’s priced up to $1,030 less than the truck’s standard MSRP. At the high end of the spectrum is the new Platinum Package option for Limited Tundras equipped with the 5.7-liter V-8.

What kind of problems does a Toyota Tundra have?

Transmission Problems/Bad Transmission: Severe failure of the transmission solenoids causing slippage and internal overheating, requiring a transmission replacement. Wheels Problems/Center Cap: The plastic center cap of the wheels is easily loosened and can come off when the truck is in motion.