Found rodent nest in car, seeking some advice. (1 Viewer)

[pheric]

Hello everyone!

I just recently purchased a 98 Land Cruiser and have loved it so far and everything has been great. The transfer case shifter was extremely tough to shift and I figured I would take off the center console cover and try to see what's going on down there.

To my surprise I found what looks to be a rodent nest!

There aren't any signs of damage to the wires and everything works properly but I am pretty shocked to say the least.
It looks like the factory carpet insulation material was chewed up pretty bad but im shocked there's even a way for something to get under there.

Planning on taking another look in the daylight tomorrow and setting up some traps.

Anyone else deal with a similar issue and have any tips on how to proceed?

Thanks in advance!

 

[Trunk Monkey]

Rodent activity in my engine bay, what to do?

Hello, just noticed my firewall insulation was all torn up with rodents droppings. The weather is cold here in So Cal at night but this is the first encounter although my LC 100 have always parked outside. Any suggestions ie traps, rat poison and is the isolation hard to replace? Thanks !

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[rossagge]

I've used bounce dryer sheets in my RV. They seem to dislike the smell. Also a mixture of cayenne pepper and water, pepper spray, used on and around the frame helps.

 

[Bisho]

The LX I just bought also had a very stiff transfer case shifter. I laid under the truck and sprayed PB Blaster up on the front pivot points of the linkage. I also replaced the gear oil. Two days later it’s smooth and easy. I expect both paths played a part.