Toyota 4Runner Auto Transmission Replacement (Part 3 of 3)

[@dtalbot48]

99 4Runner tranny crapped out on I-80 outside of Elko, NV. Live in Denver. Uhauled it back to Denver. Transmission bell housing cracked. Flex plate totally broken off on inside ring. All of that repairable, but the lower connecting piece on the passenger side of the block that bolts to the bell housing broke off. Thank goodness for KZbin. I'm not the greatest welder, but there are a lot of great videos that showed me how to prep, grind, heat and weld the piece with nickel welding rod I was able to buy at NAPA. Not the greatest looking weld, but held solid. Thanks Tim for your great videos. I've had many 4Runners over the years and your instructions and hands on examples have been lifesavers.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

That was quite the failure you had. Great job fixing it especially the welding of the bell housing. Nice to hear our videos are helping you out. You're very welcome and Happy Wrenching!

[@dtalbot48]

@@TimmyTheToolman is that a common thing you see often where that ear on the lower part of the block on the passenger side that attaches to the bell housing is broken off the block? I've seen this on a few 5vze engines so I'm thinking it's a design flaw. Mine was the first one I welded so I'm glad to know it can be repaired.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

@@dtalbot48 I have not heard of that as being an issue with these rigs. You mentioning it is the first time I've heard it.

[@dtalbot48]

@@TimmyTheToolman I don't think it gets noticed if it's there unless you pull the transmission. If it's cracked and the bell housing bolts are tight, it's not noticeable.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

@@dtalbot48 Gotcha.

[@southernyankee1519]

Let me tell u something. I searched for hours trying to find someone who would explain which way the trans mount should face and finally I heard you talk about it. Great detail. Thanks so much! Great vids!

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Hey My Southern Yankee Brother, glad you found what you needed in our video. Thanks for taking the time to comment. We appreciate it. Happy Wrenching!

[@donemmanuel4226]

GR8 vid as always. Don't have to do that job on my rig yet but it helps me to locate the transmission temperature sensor on my truck. Bought my rig about 2 yrs ago with a PO710 code.The temp. The sensor is disconnected and the connector is damaged. Now I know where it is connected in the harness. need to identify the type of pigtail and repair it.Thank you, Timmy. Keep up the gr8 work.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

You're welcome. Nice to know our video helped you out. Good luck with the harness repair.

[@wheninrome42]

BRO, amazing video! where the hell were you 3 years ago when I was doing this crying in my driveway!! you are a lifesaver for future guys who need to do this job, thanks for taking the time to video all this

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Thanks for the nice compliment. Sean and I like helping people out and I guess this is one of our contributions to the world. We're not curing cancer but we are enabling people to handle maintenance jobs, repairs and modifications on their rigs that they otherwise would have paid high labor rates at a shop to do it for them. From what I'm seeing from the younger generations, not as many kids are turning wrenches like they were when I was growing up in the 70's and 80's. Younger guys coming into the fire service that I help train at my department quite often know next to nothing about auto mechanics. Thanks for taking the time to comment. We appreciate it. Happy Wrenching!

[@dustinwhittlesey128]

Timmy is the MAN!!!! dope! awesome! sweet! RAD! saved so much money and time! dope!

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Hey Dustin, glad you like what Sean and I have been doing. Thanks for commenting and letting us know you're making good use of our videos and saving yourself a ton of money. Happy Wrenching Brother!

[@tcwaterdrill]

Great video, a lots of good details. I watched this because I needed to pull the 3.4l engine out of my 4Runner. I have big arms and hands so I did not remove the bolts that hold the engine to the transmission bell housing. Just backed the bolts out of the engine threads and left them in place. Once I put the engine back in all I had to do was guide the 17mm socket back onto the bolt heads and thread them into the engine. I did not have to fight trying to get the bolts in the holes this way. Thanks for all the good videos.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Great to hear our video assisted you with your motor swap. Good idea of leaving the bolts in place on the bell housing. You know what they say, "Big Hands, Big Feet" or something like that.

[@rocky420z3]

I thank you so much for these videos I would not have been able to change mine without this , good detail and quality videos , I got mine out and in with almost no issues with the help of these videos , again thank you very much for your videos

[@TimmyTheToolman]

rocky420z that’s awesome you were successful. We appreciate you taking the time to comment! What were the hang ups you experienced?

[@okanoganbrent]

Nice series. I just did this job, replaced torque converter. Did it solo. Hardest part in disassembly was taking flex plate cover off. Hardest on reassembling was the torque converter to tranny - top passenger side bolt. Figured out a technique finally. Two people would have helped. I was remote and away from friends. I can't see doing this job without a tranny jack. I judicially used a chain wrench to hold driveshafts. Also I thought it wasn't very difficult to turn the crankshaft while in the same position to torque the bolts connecting flex plate and torque converter. Finally, I didn't get a warm fuzzy feeling until I found a Toyota spec of ~.702 inches (or greater) from bolt pads on torque converter to mating surface of bell housing. I read of people doing whole job twice because they didn't get torque converter seated deep enough. Sorry but just hearing it clunk twice wasn't good enough for me, lol. Thanks for your high quality production both here and with other jobs.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Hey Brent, glad our series helped you get the job done. Yeah, no way I'd want to do this job solo but great job getting it done all by yourself. That was a serious achievement for sure. Thanks for sharing your experience with the job. Happy Wrenching!

[@dudebruhdude]

My transmission failed today. Leaked out all my fluid on the freeway in a matter of 3 miles. A local trans shop quoted me $2500 to rebuild plus labor. I'm taking the trans out tomorrow, and buying a brand new one from camelback Toyota tomorrow for $2100. I've watched all your videos 5-6 times now to make sure I know what to expect. Thank you so much for these videos! I owe you big time

[@TimmyTheToolman]

What was the origin of the leak? Good luck with the swap and let us know how it goes for you.

[@dudebruhdude]

Thought it was my rear main seal, but turns out it's my input shaft seal. My trans fluid was very black. And possibly my trans slave cylinder may have failed or leaked too. Trans fluid was pouring out of the inspection plate. Covered the entire under side from oil pan, to rear bumper and some fluid even was wind blown up to my rear tailgate glass. Took me 2 hrs just to clean everything. The things I was able to do with confidence cause I watched your videos, really helped me. I was gonna have a shop do it all, until they quoted me $2500 just for the rebuild, and another $1200 for labor on remove and install, plus trans fluid and misc. Because of you I'm saving $1500!!!!!! My wife loves you now too! Lol

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Well, we're glad our videos are helping you out and we always love hearing from people sharing with us how much they've saved using one of our video tutorials. Thanks a lot for taking the time to comment. Happy Wrenching!

[@christopherpooler3743]

Your videos on the transmission swap are awesome. -20 F here in maine with no transmission jack went as smooth as it could. Really appreciate your videos!

[@TimmyTheToolman]

That's really great to hear Christopher. We never get tired of hearing how our videos have helped someone out. -20F is pretty harsh. I can't relate since I live in the California Bay Area. Cold to us is when it dips below 40F. Thanks for taking the time to share your success story. We appreciate it. Happy Wrenching my East Coast Brother.

[@dtalbot48]

Hey Tim. I put my new Toyota transmission and everything went well. I put the torque converter in just as you did and held the shipping bar against it to make sure it was in at the proper depth and it was. The bell housing slid easily against the engine and the pins lined up correctly. When I went to rotate the crankshaft to line up the flexplate to the torque converter, the torque converter spun with the flexplate. I pulled the transmission and again held the shipping bar against it. This time the center shaft in the torque converter was about a 1/8 of an inch behind the shipping bar. I cleaned and greased the center hole of the crankshaft thinking that's where it may have been sticking. I spun the torque converter and it spun smoothly as it had before. No noises or fluid leaking out. So, I again mated the bell housing to the engine and again the torque converter spun with the flexplate. I slightly loosened the bell housing bolts and this time the torque converter did not spin with the flexplate. I aligned one bolt and started it only a couple of turns by hand. I then tightened the bell housing bolts and installed the flexplate to torque converter bolts. The crankshaft turned without a problem and I heard no grinding or metal rubbing. I should also mention that I installed a new flexplate and am certain it was installed correctly as I checked it against lots of images and videos including yours. Wondered what your thoughts might be concerning the flexplate and the spinning together before being bolted up. Sorry for the long post.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

The only thing I could think of is the flex plate was installed backwards or the flex plate spacers were installed incorrectly. If you did, like you said, made sure you got the flex plate in correctly, I don't know what could be the issue. Was the replacement flex plate OEM?

[@dtalbot48]

@@TimmyTheToolman No. It was an ATP.

[@dtalbot48]

@@TimmyTheToolman I double checked. The flex plate wasn't backwards and the spacers were the same as before.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

@@dtalbot48 I wonder if that flex plate is made exactly to OEM specs. It it wasn't, maybe it's a bit thicker and that's why it was able to rub the torque converter. But, I wouldn't worry too much about it. If you got the flex plate installed right and bolted to the torque converter, everything should be fine.

[@dtalbot48]

@@TimmyTheToolman Thanks Tim. I think so as well. I'm starting it up tomorrow. I'll let you know.

[@BustedZJ]

Thanks so much for these videos. I have a 98 T100 with the 3.4 and the rear main was leaking pretty bad. This made it so much easier than pulling the motor!

[@TimmyTheToolman]

You're very welcome Adam. Glad this video series helped you out.

[@Hvacinstalls]

Thanks to you and your videos I just finished replacing a 2001 4runner transmission all by myself. It was 4x2 so it was a lot easier than a 4x4 =)

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Great to hear Paulo. Thanks for taking the time to share your success story with us. Happy Wrenching!

[@maxjohnson9904]

Thank you so very much!!!! I followed your steps and replaced broken transmission on my 2002 Toyota Sequoia! I’m so happy!👍

[@TimmyTheToolman]

That's great to hear Max. Thanks for taking the time to comment to share your success story. Just think of how much money you saved yourself and the experience you gained by tackling the project.

[@junal27]

@@TimmyTheToolman It not just about the money saved but the satisfaction of being able to understand your car and fix it. You help me with your video a few months ago with the ABS assembly unit and all went smooth following your replacement on a LandCruiser. I am considering also to replace soon the transmission on my 4Runner. Thanks for what you do and how you do it

[@TimmyTheToolman]

@junal27 Very true. It's not just about the money saved but the satisfaction of doing your own work and gaining knowledge. Thanks for the comment.

[@billw5235]

Hey Timmy one of your videos comes thru again. Something I had a tough time finding was how much ATF the torque converter takes and empty it's between 11 and 12 quarts from what I read on Yota Tech. I was talking to you about my 3.4 swap about a year ago, I finally have everything I need for the most part and have the 3.0 out, anything else I may need I can get at one of the two Toyota truck junkyards in town. I should be dropping the 3.4 in Thanksgiving weekend, provided it doesn't snow. You and Sean are a wealth of knowledge, thanks for all the help. I can't leave out Yota Tech either for your watchers they know their stuff there too.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Good luck with the job. We recently filmed a 3.4 liter motor swap. It will be a 4 Part video and Part 1 will be out soon. Sean and I like helping people out and it’s good to hear our videos have been useful to you. You’re very welcome and let us know how the project goes for you. Happy Wrenching!

[@billw5235]

@@TimmyTheToolman Thanks, I look forward to those videos. I have one question what dip stick tube did you guys use on that swap? Off to start turning some wrenches.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

@@billw5235 We used the stock dipstick tube that comes with the engine. The one that plugs into the front of the motor at the front right corner of the oil pump housing.

[@Ashoud_Anobetah]

awesome vid Tim.. very detailed, i think this is the one job I may not attempt at home.. but well worth the time and effort from you to show whats required.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Thanks and we're glad you like the video. This job might not be for every DIY mechanic because it is a big job, but it is very doable if you just take your time. Nothing was too technical or overly complicated. It just took a lot of time.

[@pjc4425]

Outstanding DIY instruction thanks for posting. Subscribed!

[@TimmyTheToolman]

PJC sic-maintenance-Mods my friend! 🤘🏼

[@casco321]

Thank you guys for this videos I really appreciate what you do keep it up excellent video quality 🏆

[@TimmyTheToolman]

jorge reyes Hey Jorge, glad you're liking our videos, and yes, we will continue to make them. We're having to much fun to stop.

[@fernandopozuelos22]

friend I have your videos and you learn a lot, but there are no videos on youtube of the replacement of the Transmission temperature sensor

[@TimmyTheToolman]

I don't know which sensor on the side of the transmission is the temp sensor but it shouldn't be that hard to figure out. By the replacement sensor and then take a look at the transmission on both sides and you should be able to spot it. You wold simply have to disconnect the harness connector and then unscrew it from the trans.

[@ronaldo77782]

Thank you so much for posting .

[@TimmyTheToolman]

ronaldo77782 thanks so much for leaving a comment! Hope your repair was success after watching this video.

[@quacktony]

Thanks Boss! I needed something like this when i convert my tacoma.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

You're welcome Tony. Hope the project goes well for you when you get around to doing it.

[@BeBreezy-zg8fl]

when you're trying to connect the drive plate to the torque converter, it helps to use some tape on your ratchet to hold the bolt. I used a 1/4" extension to stick through the drive plate hole then used a finger to spin the torque converter until the 1/4" extension grabbed the torque converter hole, lining it up for the actual bolt. I say to use tape bc if you don't, you'll risk dropping a bolt into the transmission, forcing you to repull the transmission like I did. don't be like me!

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Yep, we like the tape on the socket trick. We've used it lots of times. I think I was able to get them all started by hand though.

[@HMOOB-nm3su]

This is a very informative VDO on how to.....Like it and thanks a lot..!!!!!!!

[@TimmyTheToolman]

You're welcome. Hope your transmission swap goes smooth. If you have any questions, just ask.

[@jaimeramirez2395]

Very campletle vide, thanks for share your knowledge.👍

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Thanks Jaime and you're very welcome. Happy Wrenching!

[@michaelcbakker]

Thanks again for another great vid! I pulled my transfer case and transmission to repair the main seal. Putting it all back together, I somehow managed to damage the little breather hose that connected from the transmission to the transfer case near the shifter on the passenger side. The factory service manual shows the breather hose on the transfer case, but not the transmission With the transmission and transfer case mounted under the truck its also quite difficult to get in there to access the breather ports. Any recommendations?

[@TimmyTheToolman]

You can access that breather line through hole in the body the shifter occupies.

[@ZER0o10]

Thanks for the video! Is going to help me a lot when replacing the torwue converter on my 02 tacoma

[@TimmyTheToolman]

You're very welcome and good luck with the job.

[@ZER0o10]

@@TimmyTheToolman the torwue specs should be the same for my first gen tacoma, am i right? Because i following your video for tge torque specs aswell. Thanks!

[@TimmyTheToolman]

@@ZER0o10 Yes, they will be the same. 1st Gen Tacomas have the same drivetrain as the 3rd Gen 4runners.

[@ZER0o10]

@@TimmyTheToolman awesome, just making sure ahah, thanks!

[@TimmyTheToolman]

@@ZER0o10 You're welcome. Good luck with the rest of the job.

[@lossosmash3190]

Great video thank you for that. My transmission went bad . I have 2001 SR5. I was able to get one from a junkyard from a 1998 . It’s a 4x4 as well . Would a fit . I am concerned . I am not a mechanic but the junkyard told me it will? I guess I just need reassurance. What do you think?

[@TimmyTheToolman]

You need a transmission from a 2001 or 2002. The ones from a 01 & 02 are different from the ones from 96-00. So, while one from a 96-00 will bolt up, they are electrically different and won't work to connect to the wiring harness and communicate with the ECU.

[@anthonybattaglia2328]

I dropped my transmission and swapped in a new torque converter. Your directions were spot on!! One question where did you get the gasket for the transfer lever and what is it called? Thanks again!!1

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Hey Anthony, You're welcome and we're stoked the video worked well for you as a tutorial to get the job done. I remember Sean bought the Transfer Case Shifter Seat from Marlin Crawler. They only sell one, so I think this has to be the one Sean bought: www.marlincrawler.com/transfer-case/parts-upgrade/shifter-parts/heavy-duty-shifter-seat-forward-shift

[@anthonybattaglia2328]

Where did you get the gasket for the transfer lever?

[@anthonybattaglia2328]

Disregard my last comment...I didn't click read more :(

[@julianlopez5026]

Mr. Timmy how do I adjust the transmission kick down correctly?? Thank you for your helpful videos!!!

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Take slack out of the cable by adjusting the position of the 14mm nuts that hold the cable to the throttle body.

[@julianlopez5026]

Timmy The Toolman the cable needs to be firm correct? I’m just confused whether to leave a little slack or none at all

[@TimmyTheToolman]

You want a tiny bit of slack, not tight.

[@julianlopez5026]

Timmy The Toolman Thank you so much!! I think I left too much slack and made my rig shift rough from 1 to 2. When I get home I’ll leave just a tiny bit of slack and take it from there.

[@jackychui1635]

Hey Tim, great guide, thank you for this especially since ive done nothing transmission related before. Quick question, when putting my transfer case shifter i noticed that its stuck in 4Lo and wobbles side to side very easily. Any clues on why? I plan to open back up the center console and take another look at it but it seemed like it only went in one direction. Thanks!

[@TimmyTheToolman]

You probably don't have the shifter seated correctly inside the transfer case. Our shifter bushing replacement video might offer you the necessary detail for the landmark you're aiming for when inserting the shifter.

[@jackychui1635]

@Timmy The Toolman will watch that video right now, thanks a bunch Tim!

[@dnjalanis211]

I'm watching this now I have to get my transmission rebuilt. I wanted to ask you about the rear main seal did it hold up this long after all ?

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Yes, it has held up. But, it's probably best to replace it while the transmission is out. We show how to replace one at the beginning of this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/o6O2g3Wje79krc0 We also replace a rear main seal in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/anyUnndml7eagJY We use a different technique to get the seal out so it's worth a watch. Go to play time 11 minutes and 8 seconds.

[@meminpinguin1980]

Hi Timmy, question for you, do you have to support the engine in any way? Thank you.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

No, you don't. The engine is fairly balanced on the engine mounts and won't be putting too much extra stress on the mounts with the transmission removed.

[@twwtb]

Does Sean's 4Runner have a body lift? Would it be much more difficult to R&R the transmission without the body lift? NM. I see my questions are answered in the video. Thanks.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Sean does have a 2 inch body lift which probably made getting the upper transmission bolts out easier but there's plenty of room to get the extensions and socket onto those bolts even without the lift. It also might have made it easier to get some of the electrical connections disconnected but I'm just guessing. The body lift probably made the job a little easier but not a lot easier. This isn't a hard transmission to pull. It's just a time consuming job that's all.

[@patricksage1028]

Hey guys, I think your videos are great and they've certainly helped me out with all my yota's. So I'm not much of a youtuber and could not figure out how to even private message you but I have a question about swapping motors with different transmissions. I have an '01 Tundra with a 5vzfe manual that I pulled the heads off and discovered that I need the heads rebuilt. I found another 3.4 with 130k and fresh timing for $500. It came out of a 99 4runner with auto transmission. My question is whether or not the wiring harness plugs from the manual tundra will hook up with the plugs on the motor? I don't see why they wouldn't but want to make sure. I'm pull the block out today and hopefully my new motor will be in this week. Thanks in advance and keep it up guys! -Patrick

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Don't know the answer to this. I would venture to say the plugs might very well be different since they are different years and different models. Sorry I couldn't be more help.

[@oldz70]

i just did a trans swap yesterday and mine only required 6 quarts, but was told to buy 12. i returned the 6.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

The entire capacity holds around 12 quarts. Like you, I found they sell the transmission with some ATF in it.

[@TheBjdietrich1]

Hey Tim, I have a 2000 4runner SR5 4wd and I need a new shifter seat, But I noticed on Marlin Crawlers it doesn't specifically say that the Red, White, or Blue fits. I'm curious if the blue one will fit mine.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Hey Brandon, I thought I remember only one choice for a shifter seat when I was on their website last. I'd call them and ask so you don't end up ordering the wrong part.

[@israelrodriguez6986]

GODWILLING I'll be replacing the rear main seal in the future. After the transmission is out would it be as simple as removing those bolts on the flexplate and getting it outta way? In doing that step would the rear main seal be exposed right behind the flexplate for removal...? Love the videos, I might actually get brave and do this alone lol...

[@TimmyTheToolman]

You are correct. After the transmission is out of the way, you remove the flex plate and the rear main seal is exposed. You could do it alone with a transmission jack but it's definitely easier with somebody helping you.

[@israelrodriguez6986]

@@TimmyTheToolman : ok, great thank you, I really appreciate you guys.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

@@israelrodriguez6986 You're welcome Israel.

[@mauriciorosales4255]

I was about to fill up my transmission but I noticed a small steel ball laying on the floor, any ideas where this come from? all I did was connecting the cable that comes form the top of the engine I also remove the filter

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Hey Mauricio, can't say that I do know where that ball goes. So, you dropped the pan and replaced the filter? This might be something you'll need help with from the dealership. They could bring up a parts schematic and maybe give you an idea of what it belongs to.

[@eman10198]

Awesome video Tim! How much did the new trans cost? I wouldn't try this myself but it's cool to watch and learn. My 4Runner is having the rear main seal replaced and I was curious on how the trans is taken out.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Hey Eric, out the door, Sean spent $2500 for the transmission at a local Toyota dealer.

[@twwtb]

Is it a new or a rebuilt transmission?

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Well, there's no such thing as a new transmission for these 3rd Gens as far as I know anymore. Anything you buy is going to be rebuilt or remanufactured. I though rebuilt and remanufactured were the same thing but they aren't. Rebuilt means somebody tears apart the transmission and only replaces the parts needed to make the thing work again so not all parts are replaced. A remanufactured transmission means ALL moving parts are replaced. The only things that are reused are the casing, the pan and any other non-moving parts. The transmission Sean bought is remanufactured by Toyota and essentially NEW because all the internal moving parts are brand new. The outer casing is just a shell to hold everything together.

[@anthonylopez4029]

Did you guys have to reprogram the new transmission? I recently replace my transmission on my FJ cruiser. It came with a tab saying it needed to be reprogrammed.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Anthony Lopez No reprogramming necessary for the 3rd Gen 4runners.

[@blimbu1162]

Best video thank you.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Thanks! We appreciate the nice compliment.

[@gorillagainsteamlean1546]

I'm having a problem with my transmission. I do believe it's the torque converter due to the sound of it and I get shuddering when I drive it. The sound is only present when in gear/ under a load/ when I shut vehicle off could a flex plate cause that as well ? Thank you.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

No, the flex plate wouldn't cause this. When the flex plate starts to crack, it makes a distinct sound but there's no mechanical symptoms. The flex plate will make noise until it breaks all the way through and then your vehicle won't be going anywhere.

[@citizen_or_civilian]

Nice to see you managed to get a new transmission. My local stealership said they couldn't find one. :/

[@TimmyTheToolman]

J Hutson what year 4runner do you have? This was almost 2 years ago

[@citizen_or_civilian]

@@TimmyTheToolman I've got a 1999 2WD automatic, first half of the year.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

J Hutson you should call around to multiple dealerships

[@z_rock8391]

Not sure if you will respond but my 98 4Runner has been slipping in first gear. It happened after I put new fluid and filter in it. Any ideas what’s going on with it?

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Are you talking about an automatic transmission or a manual transmission?

[@lpis45]

Do you run cleaner through the cooler lines before hooking in to new trans? I installed new trans and was told to clean all lines before hooking to cooler.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

We didn't run cleaner. We poured clean ATF through them just in case there were some metal bits in them from the transmission failure.

[@alexismarie9228]

spin the torque converter when adding the oil. at 6:57 you guys tried everything but spinning it. that's what TCs do

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Good to know. Thanks for sharing this.

[@ZAL3MON]

Hello I recently changed changed my transfer case myself, I installed it but it seems to be leaking at the very bottom , all the bolts are torqued and I also put a New out put shaft seal , could you help in any way ?

[@TimmyTheToolman]

It’s important to identify where the leak is coming from.. clean it up rear good and inspect it after a drive to make sure it’s a seal and not a crack in the casing.

[@gibfkn]

Awesome job Timmy the Toolman, unfortunately it looks like I'll have to do this to my truck. The snake oil/lubegard didn't help with shudders on my truck. About how many hours did it took you guys from start to finish?

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Hard to say Sean because we're filming and that at least doubles the time. I'd say for the whole job and its your first time doing it, commit 2 days to play it safe. Its a lot of work.

[@gibfkn]

Hey Timmy, do you know if there's a easy way to tell if the torque converter or the transmission fluid pump is bad? I read that both would make a whining noise if they go bad.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

@@gibfkn No, I don't.

[@gibfkn]

Hey Timmythetoolman, I just drop the pan and there wasn't any chunks, there was some really small metal shavings, like you can't even pick it up small. But, the fluids was kind of a dark red, which I think is kind of odd, considering I just put about 10qts of brand new fluids in it about a month ago. What is you take on this? Like always thank-you in advance for your help!

[@TimmyTheToolman]

@@gibfkn There was probably sludge build-up in the transmission and the new fluid with it's detergent qualities worked loose that sludge made the fluid discolored.

[@lancehenthorn17]

Great video just hope I never have to do that. I watch all 3 videos hoping to see where the speed sensor was/is located. Dealer says driver side. Haynes book says, well not much! I'm trying to troubleshoot ABS, BRAKE, VSC TRAC, VSC OFF lights and a non working speed-0. Another thing do you know where I can find how to test ABS relays. Thanks!

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Hey Lance, the speed sensor is towards the back of the transmission on the driver side. If you have a 2 wheel drive with a A30E transmission, it's right above the transmission mount. If have a 4 wheel drive with the A340F transmission, it looks like it's right around in the same spot, but it's hard to tell from the picture in the FSM. Somewhere near the back of the trans before the area the transfer case bolts on. Sorry, but I don't know anything about testing ABS relays. Try asking this question on T4R.org in the 3rd Gen section. There's lots of helpful dudes on there and one of them might have some advice for you.

[@lancehenthorn17]

Timmy The Toolman thanks for the reply. I've looked that transmission all over. I can't find the speed sensor. Maybe im blind! Lol. Thanks again

[@lancehenthorn17]

Timmy The Toolman follow up on ABS/TRC/VSC dash lights and non-working speedometer. ABS, TRC, VSC MODULE PN 89540-35270. New $1600.00.

[@MrReeseisawesome]

Timmy please help! I replaced my trans but can't find where the temp sensor plugs into my wiring harness!!

[@TimmyTheToolman]

There should be a plug for you to connect to. Have you felt up on top of the transmission. Maybe the plug got wound up and hooked on something and that's why you're not seeing it.

[@forestbell3853]

So you didn’t have to drop the pan again on the new trans to get the most forward hard line tight ? Like you did to get it loose ?

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Yes, you're correct. I was able to get that flex head flare nut wrench in there to tighten the nuts without getting getting the pan out of the way. 2nd times a charm.

[@forestbell3853]

Thank you so much, yr video was edited right when you tightened up that front one so I just wasn’t sure how you did it, considering you dropped the pan the first time.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

@@forestbell3853 You're welcome.

[@davidapp86]

Im replacing a 2001 tundra, would you happen to know the transmission oil capacity for an empty transmission

[@TimmyTheToolman]

I'm guessing you're talking about an auto trans. Don't know what it is for your Tundra but the capacity for the 3rd Gen 4runner auto trans is around 12 quarts.

[@chucklemaster316]

Is that a Honda Fat Cat in the background? 😍

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Yamaha Big Wheel 200.

[@zrock4r]

hey timmy. i’m hung up on the kick down cable. would it be easier to disconnect from the throttle body and drop the trans with it. i loosened the 10mm holding it to the trans but it still seems connected to something

[@TimmyTheToolman]

If you have a kickdown cable, you want to disconnect it at the throttle body. If you wanted to pull it from the trans, you'd have to drop the pan and remove the valve body. I'm assuming a rebuilt trans comes with the kickdown cable installed. At least that's what I'd hope they'd do for their customers.

[@zrock4r]

@@TimmyTheToolman sounds good thanks again!

[@TimmyTheToolman]

@@zrock4r You're welcome. Good luck with the rest of the job.

[@tobylillie6540]

just out of curiosity, i have a 1999 4runner and there is some kind of difference in the transmission for manufacture dates thru 5/99 and from 6/99, i know which one i need but would you know the difference in them?

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Hey Lillie, the only thing I know for sure is the 2001 and 2002 years have a different model transmission than the previous years. I think you're best bet would be to ask that question at your local Toyota Dealership Parts Department or pose your question on a forum like T4R.org. With your VIN number, a Toyota Parts Department should be able to tell you exactly what model transmission you have and whether other years would be compatible.

[@jphompong90]

I have a 1999 4Runner limited 4x4 that sounds like it’s either stuck in park or neutral wen I put in drive.. it jus revs with no movement.. no noise coming from transmission and fluid is still red. Could it be torque converter or is transmission bad..?

[@TimmyTheToolman]

It could possibly be either of those possibilities. Sounds like it's time for a new transmission unfortunately. I guess you could have it towed to a reputable shop for a second opinion.

[@jphompong90]

Timmy The Toolman are they 1999 transmission the same as 2000..? I was going to purchase one and the seller says it could be different.. and do u know the spline count on the 99 torque converter..? Is it 20 or 26..? Thanks

[@TimmyTheToolman]

@@jphompong90 I'm not sure if they are the same, but if I had to guess, I'd say they are. There was a change for the 2001 and 2002 models for sure. I think what I would do is go to my local Toyota dealer and see if the parts department could help you out with this question. Or, you could do a search on an online Toyota parts supplier website and see if the part number for the 1999 and 2000 transmissions match. I'm not sure about the spline count for the torque converter either.

[@Vanderbild100]

Hey Timmy! What’s part number or link for shifter Seal of transfer case?

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Here you go. www.marlincrawler.com/product/heavy-duty-shifter-seat-forward-shift

[@Vanderbild100]

Thk a lot !

[@TimmyTheToolman]

@@Vanderbild100 You're welcome

[@michaeljohnson4158]

Hi Tim! Great video! How long did it take you to do the whole job?

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Mike, that's a hard question to answer because we did this job over several days and we were filming which always takes way longer. If you have the replacement transmission ready to go, you could knock this out in one day no problem. One day would be having a friend to help you. If you were by yourself, it would make it harder and longer. I suggest getting someone to help you and a transmission jack is very nice to have.

[@wesleyfuruya3659]

After shopping around, I found that the shifter seat was cheapest (with shipping) from www.yotamasters.com/shop/transfer-case/shifters/heavy-duty-shifter-seat-forward-shift/ They only charged $5 shipping with USPS; unfortunately, Marlin Crawler was charging $13 for shipping via UPS. That being said... it seems like Marlin Crawler's shipping rates are more accommodating to their heavier components.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Ok, thanks for sharing.

[@melanieann3331]

Will there be any wire connection not hooked up

[@TimmyTheToolman]

No. All connections that were disconnected need to be reconnected.

[@carlosrosales7995]

Great help thanks

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Good to hear Carlos. You're very welcome.

[@gordolfino]

what about rear main oil seal better due now that later you have to remove trans again

[@TimmyTheToolman]

We chose not to mess with it because there was no signs of any leaks. But, like you said, it's definitely not a bad idea to do it while you have the trans out of the way.

[@oldz70]

i need one of those steel brackets. you have that one or an extra one?

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Not sure what you're talking about. Are you talking about one of the cross members?

[@brycethoreson9216]

How long did this whole job take? Gotta do my rear main

[@TimmyTheToolman]

It took us 2 full days but we are filming so that makes everything take much longer, probably twice as long. I'd say plan on one full day provided everything goes smooth. I imagine you could do it quicker, but if you wrench like us and take your time and aren't in a rush, you'll probably spend the better part of a day doing this. In our recent clutch replacement video, we show replacing the rear main seal so check out Part 2 of that series as well: kzbin.info/www/bejne/o6O2g3Wje79krc0 Good luck with the job and let us know how it went for you. Happy Wrenching!

[@craigdurgan2275]

Was the transmission you installed a remanufactured one from Toyota or a rebuilt one from another shop?

[@TimmyTheToolman]

It was a remanufactured one Sean picked up at a California Bay Area Toyota dealership.

[@craigdurgan2275]

Interesting, the local dealer here says there is no Toyota remanufactured one available. Is there a part number from Toyota? BTW, you make an excellent video.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Hey Craig, I don't understand why your local dealer said that. The dealer near me, Stevens Creek Toyota, said they could get one and the dealership Melody Toyota in San Bruno where Sean bought his from obviously had no problem getting one either. Check out this link to Camelback Toyota in Arizona: parts.camelbacktoyota.com/parts/2002/Toyota/4Runner/Limited/?siteid=214329&vehicleid=84052&section=AUTOMATIC%20TRANSMISSION This would be the part number for a 2002. Plug in your year and you'll get the correct part number. Sean called around and Melody Toyota was willing to sell it for the lowest price. I think he got it for around $2200. if you have any more questions, just ask.

[@drpepperredneck2781]

Where do I buy a A34OH Transmission

[@TimmyTheToolman]

You can check with Toyota and see if they sell a remanufactured A340H. They started discontinuing them, so you're probably not going to be able to get one from Toyota. You'll need to find a shop that can rebuild it. Yota1 Performance in Riverbank, California rebuilds them and they will freight ship. Give them a call. 209yota1.com/

[@wadkeryos8486]

thank you

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Nimairi Kowa thank you for thanking us.

[@Ashoud_Anobetah]

18:09 point! yes if that hole was not visible to get one bolt started!

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Yeah, I wanted to hit that home to people because I got lucky there that I was able to get a bolt started.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Yeah, I wanted to make that point because I got lucky I was able to get a bolt started.

[@davidalvarado3206]

where did you get it from

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Sean bought the transmission from Melody Toyota in the California Bay Area.

[@ToddSchwartz57]

The part at 32:20 reminds me of me on a drunken night. lol

[@TimmyTheToolman]

That's funny.

[@ToddSchwartz57]

I enjoy watching your videos. I just bought an ‘01 Tacoma 3.4L PreRunner for my son who is about to turn 16 next month. Trying to take care of all the necessary maintenance before I tell him about it. Your videos are always very thorough, and judging by your sense of humor, I figured you’d like that comment. Lol.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

That's good to hear Todd. You're son is going to be stoked. You were right about my sense of humor. You're joke was perfect. I'm as inappropriate and politically incorrect as a person can get.

[@megvillaluz9508]

Where did you guys get the rebuilt transmission and does it still run well?

[@TimmyTheToolman]

The rebuilt transmission came from Toyota. It was a Toyota remanufactured transmission and yes it's still running well.

[@Ebbrush3]

tube is a breather

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Yep, we learned that shortly after shooting the video.