95.5-2004 Tacomas & 96-2002 4Runners 4th gen pickups and 3rd gen 4Runners

Key...

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Nov 21, 2003 | 04:38 AM
  #1  
4RunninTyler's Avatar
Thread Starter
Registered User
 
Joined: Nov 2003
Posts: 39
Likes: 0
From: Lakewood Washington
Key...

Ok, so when i start my 4Runner the key comes out of the ignition...i thought maybe it was just a worn out key, so i got a new one made...it didnt help. It still falls out. Is this happening to anyone else. Also my power mirrors do not work, so i need to fix thoes as well(shouldnt be to hard). The rear window motors seem really slow too, i was wondering if this is always this way or if i should look in to new motors. sorry, im not trying to bother anyone...i just am new to the 4Runner and i am lookin for some advice on these issues...thanks
Reply
Old Nov 21, 2003 | 04:51 AM
  #2  
waskillywabbit's Avatar
Banned
iTrader: (-1)
 
Joined: Jul 2003
Posts: 3
Likes: 20
Re: Key...

Originally posted by 4RunninTyler
Ok, so when i start my 4Runner the key comes out of the ignition...i thought maybe it was just a worn out key, so i got a new one made...it didnt help. It still falls out. Is this happening to anyone else. Also my power mirrors do not work, so i need to fix thoes as well(shouldnt be to hard). The rear window motors seem really slow too, i was wondering if this is always this way or if i should look in to new motors. sorry, im not trying to bother anyone...i just am new to the 4Runner and i am lookin for some advice on these issues...thanks
Does it stay cranked? Your ignition switch tumblers are just worn out more than likely. See if you can crank your rig with just a screw driver. If you can, time for a new ignition switch or your rig is an easy steal.

Reply
Old Nov 21, 2003 | 05:17 AM
  #3  
Billrunner's Avatar
Registered User
 
Joined: Sep 2003
Posts: 161
Likes: 0
From: Bayside NY
yeah the key cylinder is shot,
the power issues sound like a possible dying alternator but I think they usually die quickly.
some electrical experts will reply soon...not to worry.
Reply
Old Nov 22, 2003 | 08:42 AM
  #4  
KevyWevy's Avatar
Registered User
 
Joined: Jun 2003
Posts: 1,954
Likes: 0
From: Kirkland, WA
might be the alternator, but you might also try pulling off the door panel and using some lithium grease to grease up the tracks, especially if the window rattles a little bit. and don't be afraid to use the search button. there is TONS and TONS of info about almost anything on here, thats why its constantly flashing.
Reply
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
Blitzkrieg3002
86-95 Trucks & 4Runners
8
Aug 10, 2012 09:34 AM
Pondboy
General Electrical & Lighting Related Topics
19
Jan 28, 2012 05:13 AM
Cannon88
84-85 Trucks & 4Runners
2
May 22, 2011 03:24 PM
Johnboy
86-95 Trucks & 4Runners
6
Dec 16, 2007 05:31 PM




All times are GMT -8. The time now is 07:27 AM.