Toyota 4runner rear tailgate window (demonstration). Open close operation and troubleshooting

How the back window operates on a Toyota 4runner different trim levels. Using the window and what might be wrong if it does not open. The fix may be more simple than you think.

[@jerryjcronin]

I recently bought a 97 Toyota Runner with over 300,000 miles that was owned by a mechanic and he kept it well maintained because his daughter used it to drive to high school. She graduated and was given a newer car. It runs perfectly. My rear window was half down and I could not figure out how to raise it back up until I saw your great video. It is starting to rain here so the timing was perfect. By the way, this is my second 97 4 Runner and it too was built like a tank and I sold it for more than $4000 than I paid for it. Thank you!

[@stevenwelchtoyota]

Happy to help

[@p51mustang31]

Very good explanation! Could not find a side by side comparison like this. Looking to get one of the last 5th gen '24 model SR5 Premiums before it goes away forever!

[@stevenwelchtoyota]

happy to help.please subscribe

[@mikemagliola9648]

New SR5 with 9000 miles Problem 1 Rear wipers would not turn on or spray Problem 2 Just noticed Rear window slightly open about 1 inch Your instructions. Using center console to close window Fixed Problems 1and 2 New to 4 Runner thanks. Well done Sir

[@stevenwelchtoyota]

Great point about the rear wiper.

[@lillagahnavich7700]

happens to us all 😂​@@stevenwelchtoyota

[@meghanhays2932]

This is so informative! Currently I'm m finding my perfect 4runner. I can't wait to purchase it!

[@stevenwelchtoyota]

are you anywhere near Nashville?

[@amazigh1789]

I had 2 4 runners 2000 and 2001 that rear tailgate window is the best option ever I wish all manufacturer learn from them ...

[@stevenwelchtoyota]

I agree. I love the ability to lower mine

[@brianp5958]

Great video. I now found the replacement for my Ford.

[@stevenwelchtoyota]

You will love a 4runner

[@absalomrogers4310]

Great vid.. helped me to understand the differences

[@stevenwelchtoyota]

Thank you. Happy to help

[@mariepetit-frere8541]

Thank you I thought it will be like that forever

[@stevenwelchtoyota]

no problem

[@brendaslegona5252]

We couldn't understand why we could open the back window when the whole vehicle was locked. We were thinking ..OMG, SOMEONE COULD JUST WALK OVER AND STEAL EVERYTHING IN THE BACK. Then, as you were talking about holding the key and it would open, DUH, we realized we were holding the key and THAT'S why the window would open with the car locked up. Thank you. lol

[@stevenwelchtoyota]

Glad I could help lol

[@Travistyj]

Great video man. Very informative. Appreciate it

[@stevenwelchtoyota]

Happy to help

[@mla--v6930]

Bless you! I have a rental for 9 days 😆

[@stevenwelchtoyota]

Happy to help

[@truthandjustice.1182]

I am thinking about buying a four four running but my Highlander has an Auto life gate and its love it

[@brendanelson8934]

Made my day

[@stevenwelchtoyota]

Thanks

[@tanaphelps1552]

THANK YOU!!

[@stevenwelchtoyota]

No problem

[@rayocaballo6122]

Great video

[@stevenwelchtoyota]

Thanks!

[@BrotherJudahLion]

Thank you

[@stevenwelchtoyota]

You're welcome

[@semi-chubber2388]

10 minutes video telling you how to push the button. Jump to 3:00

[@stevenwelchtoyota]

thanks

[@davidwang2236]

Thank you sir

[@stevenwelchtoyota]

Happy to help

[@myralockhart4201]

THANK YOU SOOOO MUCH!!!

[@stevenwelchtoyota]

You're welcome!

[@AbuInsights]

2021 sr5 premium, the bottons in the back rolls down the glass and locks the car . Problem: the back botton doesn't roll up the glass!

[@stevenwelchtoyota]

@@AbuInsights press and hold it

[@jeffkernen1554]

On the Limited or other trim level that has the smart key, is it possible to open the back window if the truck is unlocked but your smart key fob isn't with you? For instance, if the truck is in the garage (unlocked) and you run out to the truck to get something out of the back without the fob, will the back window roll down?

[@stevenwelchtoyota]

if it is unlocked then it will open

[@jeffkernen1554]

@@stevenwelchtoyota Thank you for the reply.

[@stevenwelchtoyota]

@@jeffkernen1554 no problem

[@GoldThumbGardens]

So I had a 2007 4Runner for over 10 years it had a button specifically for putting the rear window up or down on the key fob. I now have a new 2022, I miss being able to roll down the back window with the key fob. Do you know of any way to do it. Plus god damn you look like the man when in need of a 4runner.... Lol..... My local dealer can hardly get a new Toyota on the lot. I had to travel nearly 500 miles to acquire my new 2022 4Runner Limited (Black on Black).

[@stevenwelchtoyota]

It's hard to get 4runners now

[@dirtbikeroo]

On a sr5 base with cloth seats, it has the buttons on the back but they won’t roll down the window.

[@stevenwelchtoyota]

May have been replaced before

[@dirtbikeroo]

@@stevenwelchtoyota it’s a 22 with less than 500 miles. Am I doing something wrong? Has the sr5 badge

[@dirtbikeroo]

Buttons say lock and unlock

[@garrettcox1617]

@@dirtbikerooI’ve got the same thing going on

[@jroddy1]

My 2013 SR5 Ignition Key wont open the rear door or window. The key wont even turn. Why?

[@stevenwelchtoyota]

Could have corrosion in the lock cylinder

[@camerondowland3352]

My window doesn't roll down all the way and I don't know why. There is at least and inch left or 2 from rolling all the way down. 2017 SR5

[@stevenwelchtoyota]

could have an alignment issue measure the distances from the top of the opening to the glass on each side to check

[@joebagodonutssummertime8267]

Any way to remotely, with key fob to open rear window?

[@stevenwelchtoyota]

no

[@daveellis5100]

Recorded horizontally:)

[@stevenwelchtoyota]

yes

[@josephcalegar7277]

Are there any forerunners that doesn’t have a window that rolls down?

[@stevenwelchtoyota]

No

[@ezehvictor2058]

Do you sell 4runners? A good choice

[@stevenwelchtoyota]

I do

[@ezehvictor2058]

@@stevenwelchtoyota ok, how could i get one from you. Your email address?

[@ezehvictor2058]

@@stevenwelchtoyota your contact pls

[@stevenwelchtoyota]

@@ezehvictor2058 [e-mail]

[@peachie_foxx]

The back window will go down, but won't go up, anyone have any suggestions?

[@stevenwelchtoyota]

Close your door and other windows. It wants to lock when rolling up from the back switch

[@teacher_ash]

4:36

[@stevenwelchtoyota]

?

[@alyprivate7591]

For cryin' out loud - get to it already. Meanwhile I figured it out for myself. Geez!

[@stevenwelchtoyota]

glad it helped

[@allenvilla]

I suggest learning how to handle the camera.

[@stevenwelchtoyota]

look for a video that is newer of mine that one is when I first started

[@allenvilla]

Thank you for the update.

[@xxMRCxx]

Get to the point and stop repeating yourself

[@stevenwelchtoyota]

Glad you liked it

[@doriswiesike1417]

Slowest instructions!!

[@stevenwelchtoyota]

Happy to help

[@comesharemyworld]

Thank you

[@stevenwelchtoyota]

You're welcome