4L makes beeping sound

Bjonga · 06-24-2008, 09:18 PM

When shifting my 2004 (01/04) 4runner into 4L I get a beeping sound and the 4L light flashes. I believe the manual says bring it in but does not mention the beeping sound. Its going in for an Oil change and I am having a second key made (Can't wait to shell out that 100 for a key).

Anyone have an idea how much this is gonna cost or if it has to a Toyota fix or if a local shop can do it?

Thanks

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vegaskurt · 06-25-2008, 12:31 PM

You are screwed, your 4 low system is not working and will cost several thousand to fix. Most likely the actuator in the transfer case.

Ok ok ok, just kidding.
The beep means you are driving to fast for it to engage into 4L. Come to a complete stop and put it into 4L then drive slowly till it engages.

Team420 · 06-25-2008, 01:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vegaskurt

You are screwed, your 4 low system is not working and will cost several thousand to fix. Most likely the actuator in the transfer case.

LOL

AppleJack · 06-25-2008, 02:32 PM

Yeah my '05 Taco does the same thing sometimes. there are times when it just gets irritable and has to have everything just right to engage. Also are you making sure that you are in neutral?

INFINITY · 06-25-2008, 03:03 PM

hahahaha that is some funny stuff right there.

Bjonga · 06-25-2008, 03:39 PM

Anyone else got any feedback as Toyota is taking a gander at it?

Thanks for the feed back, I tried the nuetral deal and all and as of last night it was still being a whinny lil priss and beeping.

I wanted to shot it but realized that may cause more damage and thats not prudent now is it...

Late

Da Hui · 06-27-2008, 11:13 AM

Its beeping to let you know its not in 4lo.

Follow the procedure in the manual on how to engage 4lo and everything should work just fine.

BT17R · 06-27-2008, 12:04 PM

US warranty is transferrable and covers drivetrain parts and labor at any Toyota dealership for 5/60.

ohioyotaguy · 06-29-2008, 07:35 AM

make sure you're not just going from 2 hi to 4 lo. You've got to be in 4 hi to go to 4 lo. At least that's the case in my 06 taco. Good luck.

06-25-2008, 12:31 PM	#2 (permalink)
vegaskurt Registered User Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 374	You are screwed, your 4 low system is not working and will cost several thousand to fix. Most likely the actuator in the transfer case. Ok ok ok, just kidding. The beep means you are driving to fast for it to engage into 4L. Come to a complete stop and put it into 4L then drive slowly till it engages. __________________ 1997 Limited 4Runner \| Stubbs Sliders \| Budbuilt Skid and Belly \| Homemade Bumper

06-25-2008, 02:32 PM	#4 (permalink)
AppleJack Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Medford, Oregon Posts: 556	Yeah my '05 Taco does the same thing sometimes. there are times when it just gets irritable and has to have everything just right to engage. Also are you making sure that you are in neutral? __________________ Fires, Friends, and Books Decree Wisdom, Strength, and Controversy. To believe with certainty, one must begin doubting.

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INFINITY Registered User Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Canyon Creek, AZ Posts: 643	hahahaha that is some funny stuff right there. __________________ TRAIL GEAR's CUSTOMER SERVICE IS TERRIBLE MORE LIKE A HEADACHE OR PAIN IN THE A$$ THAN A SERVICE! -1980 toyota 4x4 - 235/85/16 bfg M/T tires, 03 tacoma wheels, onboard air, trd camshaft, 18" e-fan, weber 32/36 carb, 4.88 yukons, lockright in rear, etc -94 xcab SAS, arb/lockright, 5.29s, 4" lift, etc... Yota tech gallary- http://yotatech.com/gallery/showgall...ser=15173&sl=i <---yes, that is victory blood!

06-27-2008, 11:13 AM	#7 (permalink)
Da Hui Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Jacksonville, Fl Posts: 18	Its beeping to let you know its not in 4lo. Follow the procedure in the manual on how to engage 4lo and everything should work just fine. __________________ Alex - Myspace '05 Tacoma Prerunner V6 TRD Off Road 1GR-FE. Automatic. Stock minus a few things. Toytec 3" + 265/75/16 BFG M/T coming soon Cardomain

06-27-2008, 12:04 PM	#8 (permalink)
BT17R Contributing Member Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Da Gorge, Oregon Posts: 5,673	US warranty is transferrable and covers drivetrain parts and labor at any Toyota dealership for 5/60. __________________ '07 FJ Cruiser TRD SE 6M/T

06-25-2008, 03:39 PM	#6 (permalink)
Bjonga Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Posts: 4	Anyone else got any feedback as Toyota is taking a gander at it? Thanks for the feed back, I tried the nuetral deal and all and as of last night it was still being a whinny lil priss and beeping. I wanted to shot it but realized that may cause more damage and thats not prudent now is it... Late

06-29-2008, 07:35 AM	#9 (permalink)
ohioyotaguy Registered User Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Ashland, Ohio Posts: 144	make sure you're not just going from 2 hi to 4 lo. You've got to be in 4 hi to go to 4 lo. At least that's the case in my 06 taco. Good luck. __________________ Black 2006 Tacoma double cab short bed TRD 4x4 4.0L 6 speed 3" tuff country lift and 265/75 maxxis mudders for now

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