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Horrible noises coming from my Taco! #673031 12/02/05 09:26 AM
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Mojavewanderer Offline OP
Getting the Wheeling Fever
I have a 2003 Doublecab, v6 and auto and when I shift out of 4wd, it feels like it is slamming out of 4 wheel. There is a loud bang, and the whole truck shakes from the shock. Any clues as to what this is?


1980 Hilux 4x4 stock for now...
2003 Tacoma Doublecab 4x4 2 inch lift, 32" BFG All Terrains, NO CHROME!
Re: Horrible noises coming from my Taco! [Re: Mojavewanderer] #673032 12/03/05 02:27 AM
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Mark in AZ Offline
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Is it pushbutton 4WD? Are you stopped when shifting? In neutral?


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Exploring in a T4R Ltd V8
Re: Horrible noises coming from my Taco! [Re: Mark in AZ] #673033 12/03/05 04:07 AM
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Mojavewanderer Offline OP
Getting the Wheeling Fever
It has a pushbutton on the 4wd shifter, button for 4-high, shifter for 4-low. Regardless of what gear it is in, even neutral, when I push the button, it won't disengage until I put into drive, or reverse, and move a foot or so. Then it slams out of 4wd.


1980 Hilux 4x4 stock for now...
2003 Tacoma Doublecab 4x4 2 inch lift, 32" BFG All Terrains, NO CHROME!
Re: Horrible noises coming from my Taco! [Re: Mojavewanderer] #673034 12/12/05 06:35 PM
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Mojavewanderer Offline OP
Getting the Wheeling Fever
Anybody have any ideas as to what this might be? I appreciate any responses!


1980 Hilux 4x4 stock for now...
2003 Tacoma Doublecab 4x4 2 inch lift, 32" BFG All Terrains, NO CHROME!
Re: Horrible noises coming from my Taco! [Re: Mojavewanderer] #673035 12/12/05 07:39 PM
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Mark in AZ Offline
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??????? <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/confused.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/frown.gif" alt="" />

Here's a bump for ya


Wheeling a Stepside Tacoma on 37s
Exploring in a T4R Ltd V8
Re: Horrible noises coming from my Taco! [Re: Mojavewanderer] #673036 12/12/05 08:10 PM
Anonymous
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You've checked all the obvious I'm assuming.

Different tire sizes (do you rotate your tires?) I'm not sure if different tire air pressures could effect the 4x4. Maybe the rears are worn down much more then the front (or vice-versa)?

That's all I can think of right now... <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />

Re: Horrible noises coming from my Taco! [Re: Mojavewanderer] #673037 12/12/05 08:20 PM
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adam Offline
Body Damage is Cool
What kind of surface are you driving on when it happens?


~Adam


96 T100: D44, lockers and stuff
Re: Horrible noises coming from my Taco! [Re: Mojavewanderer] #673038 12/12/05 10:55 PM
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little_joe Offline
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To me, it sounds normal for an AT.

My '94 AT used to do this - shift from 4Hi to 2 and there'd be a significant thunk. Got used to it after a few times.

It may also help if you discuss when this happens and under what circumstances - ie are you moving at speed, going from 4Lo to 2, etc etc.


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Re: Horrible noises coming from my Taco! [Re: little_joe] #673039 12/13/05 02:18 AM
Anonymous
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Are you on a hard surface, and more importantly have you turned while in 4x4? If so, try rolling strait for a while before disengaging and see if the clunk goes away. There's no diff between the front and rear and you can build up a bunch of tension in the driveline if you turn while in 4x4; especially if you're on pavement or rock, etc.. That can make a clunk/bang when you take it out of 4x4.

Re: Horrible noises coming from my Taco! #673040 12/13/05 05:16 PM
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JohnJerk Offline
Getting the Wheeling Fever
Sounds like a tire size problem if you have to go into reverse to get 4wd disengaged - been there with a mid-80's subaru. Even same size but mismatched brand and wear could cause a prob.

Does it roll with little resistance when driving straight on hard surface and in 4wd?


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2002 4runner SR5 4x4 79K miles (Sold)
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