How deep do the differences between the '96-'98 4runner center stack and the '99-'02 center stack go? (A/C vents, AC controls, Radio, buttons...)

Obviously the vents are different, the bottom outlet area is different and the '96-'98 cupholder isn't there on the later models. What else is different behind the cosmetics?

Random question: How does the auto climate control work on the later 3rd gen 4runners? (sensor in some remote location? sensor in the unit? part of a computer somewhere?)

 

Besides the vents, all of the switches are different. The ECT button (for autos) is added. Also, the ducting changed a little bit, but it looks like you can easily swap that too.

This thread is perfect for you! https://www.yotatech.com/forums/f2/those-who-want-put-99-center-dash-bezel-43660/

 

Do a search... there are multiple threads about it...

 

What are you trying to do?

 

Just thinking right now!

I've heard others bring up a swap and it was said to be too much work. I was wondering why, and what changes between the two made it that way.

 

Are you talking about swapping in the Digital Climate Control, from '99+ limited models?

 

I don't think that will work will it? Not without a lot of custom work anyway.

I can't afford anything right now, but in the future I might play with some stuff like that.

 

I dont know about other years but my 01 has circular knobs although they are digital. I would think switching to Limited control is easy, what do you think?



BTW: if you need to see what the center console looks like, just check my Webshots page below under interior pics.

 

Going to the digital control setup will cost you at least $1,200. I throughly checked into this and it's really not worth it.

You may not realize it but the 96-97 "slider" controls are the easiest to use. They are the only controls you can adjust with ONE FINGER.

 

I would agree that the sliders are nice, but I have 2 sliders and 2 dials. Kind of a wierd combo in my opinion.

I would LOVE to have climate control though!

 

i like climate control and power seats and all the other amenities, but they are all things that break and leave you sol. i have had climate control and pwr seats fail. it sucks when the heat is always on super hot and cannot be changed. i'm stickin with simple ole slider controls that will most likely never fail.

 

good point