reallifedog
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Hey Guys,
I haven't been able to find a definitive write up on this for the 2nd Gen 4Runners(just 1st Gen) so I went ahead and put something together. I wanted to show how quick and easy it is to bypass the rear window lock button so you can free up a stock switch location, simplify your center console or remove a potential electrical gremlin scenario.
As with any modification to your vehicle, you do so understanding the full risks and and dangers of changing stock parts and configurations. I accept no responsibilities for any mishaps or damages as a result of those changes. Sorry, but it's gotta be said...
Anyway,
First remove one of three components/covers/holders/etc from your center console. Lucky for me, one was already missing.
Next, carefully feed the chassis side harness out through the hole to expose the connector. The wires you are looking for on the chassis side are Red-White and Black-White.
Disconnect the switch and jump the R-W and B-W by whatever means you are comfortable with. The picture shows a very rudimentary (and not recommended) approach that I used to confirm the proof of concept. I will be using a section of paper clip and electrical tape to prevent accidental shorts once I replace the switch with one for my rear locker.
Thanks for reading and I hope this helps somebody that was in my same shoes.
I haven't been able to find a definitive write up on this for the 2nd Gen 4Runners(just 1st Gen) so I went ahead and put something together. I wanted to show how quick and easy it is to bypass the rear window lock button so you can free up a stock switch location, simplify your center console or remove a potential electrical gremlin scenario.
As with any modification to your vehicle, you do so understanding the full risks and and dangers of changing stock parts and configurations. I accept no responsibilities for any mishaps or damages as a result of those changes. Sorry, but it's gotta be said...
Anyway,
First remove one of three components/covers/holders/etc from your center console. Lucky for me, one was already missing.
Next, carefully feed the chassis side harness out through the hole to expose the connector. The wires you are looking for on the chassis side are Red-White and Black-White.
Disconnect the switch and jump the R-W and B-W by whatever means you are comfortable with. The picture shows a very rudimentary (and not recommended) approach that I used to confirm the proof of concept. I will be using a section of paper clip and electrical tape to prevent accidental shorts once I replace the switch with one for my rear locker.
Thanks for reading and I hope this helps somebody that was in my same shoes.
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