62 won't come out of 4WD

[koop]

So first snow comes and I had the truck in 4WD. Front hubs locked, button pushed. Tried to take it out of 4WD by pushing the button and it won't come out. Did the forward/reverse thing, unlocked and locked the hubs again, nothing. Light still on. What's the usual suspect on this? Vacuum line?

 

[tonkota]

Vacuum switch. There are a few write-ups on here some place.

 

[KLF]

It's the solenoids on the firewall, the 2WD one is now fried. It's a really stoopid design, Toyota should be ashamed for the way they wired those things. Problem is, a new one is over $400. In the meantime, just swap the vacuum lines that go from the solenoids down to the transfer, then it will pop out of 4WD.

 

[Rogue62]

There is a post in the FAQ about replacing it with a solv from a celica that runs about 18.00. All that is needed is a couple of new crimp connectors. I am having the same problem and am getting ready to order two of them so I can replace both valves.

 

[calphi27]

the search tool is your friend. nub.

 

[RockDoc]

IIRC, Randy88FJ62 did a recent write up on another solenoid (not the celica one). Could also try to get the real one from someone parting their truck.

 

[koop]

thanks all, FAQ is a good thing. Called the local dealer and the Celica part seems to be history but I ordered the other one. Be here in a few days. I put it on Calphi's tab for calling me a nub.

 

[Rogue62]

Which other one?

 

[RockDoc]

The one in Randy's write up.

 

[SleekFJ62]

FJ62 4WD Solenoid - Another Option

Here is a post I made a few months back. Good Luck!

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A couple weeks ago after a brief 4WD outing, my 4WD light stayed on. On closer inspection, the front drive shaft WAS engaged due to a solenoid that failed. I searched MUD and discovered a few options for replacement, then went to the Toyota dealer here in Tacoma.

Of the options available, not one was available (including the '91 Celica option - discontinued). The EXCEPTIONAL parts guru (Al at Titus Will Toyota) accepted the challenge of finding a suitable alternative. He secured two possibilities and worked with me to figure out which one of the two would work.

For $18.57 (+ tax), I got PN: 88691-89107 - Valve, Magnet, No. 1. It fits in the bracket, but the mounting screw doesn't quite line-up. I used a zip tie to secure it - it's working like a champ! After installing it last night, I gave it a test run and had no issues.

Too bad all Toyota parts guys aren't as talented and dedicated as Al. Y'all enjoy a great Labor Day weekend!



I might also encourage you to look at this:
Randy88FJ62
IH8MUD Lifer


I did the same thing awhile back. Here's the writeup.

https://forum.ih8mud.com/60-series-wa...2417-77-a.html

 

[Lost]

my light came once before for a long time. the problem was leaking in the metal vacuum line in between the solenoid and the tcase(4hi diaphram).

i cut the metal line but left the ends so that i could use vacuum line to replace the hard lines between solenoid and tcase. i actually used windshield washer tubing, so it did not cost me anything.

my guess:
if you live in somewhere where they lay salt on the roads, check you lines.
if not, then check the solenoid.

 

[stash12]

vacuum assy valve

i had a similar problem, randy's thread really helped. i picked up a vsv for an 88 toyota pick up from my local dealer. autoparts places don't carry vsv; part# 88690-89132. it cost me all of 32.00 bucks. see randy's thread for mods on the installation; it took me around 15 minutes or so, just like magic poof!! stash