Toyota Locking Differential Actuator Rebuild & Timing | 4Runner, Tacoma, Land Cruiser DIY Fix
- kauffmansgarage
- 7 days ago
- 1 min read
Having issues with your Toyota electronic locking differential not engaging or staying stuck? In this video, we tear down, rebuild, and correctly time a Toyota locking differential actuator motor—a common failure point on 4Runner, Tacoma, Land Cruiser, and other Toyota 4x4 models. Learn how to restore full function to your Toyota diff lock actuator without dropping big money on a new one. We walk you through the full process of cleaning, inspecting, reassembling, and timing the motor gear mechanism, so your locker works exactly as it should.
What’s Covered in This Video:
How a Toyota locking diff actuator works Step-by-step teardown of the actuator motor
How to clean and rebuild internal components
Correct way to time the differential actuator for proper function
Tips to avoid damaging gears or losing motor calibration
Whether you’re tackling a Toyota 4Runner rear locker rebuild, fixing your Tacoma diff lock motor, or troubleshooting a Land Cruiser actuator, this video is your go-to guide. Perfect for Toyota DIYers, off-roaders, and weekend wrenchers looking to bring their locker back to life.
Works on: Toyota 4Runner, Tacoma, Land Cruiser, FJ Cruiser (with electronic diff locks)
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