Rear hatch interior release

[Tejas]

I am curious if anyone has come up with a solution for an internal/interior release for the rear hatch. I know on the 200-series Land Cruiser/LX 570 it can be done due to the electronic release on the exterior and there are vendors that sell such kits. Can this be done on the 5th Gen 4Runner as well? I sleep inside of the 4Runner and I would like the option to open the rear lift gate from inside of the vehicle in order to exit instead of being forced to use the rear side doors.

 

[TOYO74]

Try this :
How To: Interior Tailgate Switch

 

[nglayton]

I am curious if anyone has come up with a solution for an internal/interior release for the rear hatch. I know on the 200-series Land Cruiser/LX 570 it can be done due to the electronic release on the exterior and there are vendors that sell such kits. Can this be done on the 5th Gen 4Runner as well? I sleep inside of the 4Runner and I would like the option to open the rear lift gate from inside of the vehicle in order to exit instead of being forced to use the rear side doors.

My key fob works just fine from inside to release the hatch........ bonus is is wireless and requires No mods!:redbrick:

 

[Lostmanifesto]

My key fob works just fine from inside to release the hatch........ bonus is is wireless and requires No mods!:redbrick:

Is this a function on limited models or some type of button pressing code? I don’t have a rear door button on my fob. Do tell.

 

[Tejas]

My key fob works just fine from inside to release the hatch........ bonus is is wireless and requires No mods!:redbrick:

Same here on our LX 570, but the same can't be said for the 4Runner.

 

[Mutant138]

I am curious if anyone has come up with a solution for an internal/interior release for the rear hatch. I know on the 200-series Land Cruiser/LX 570 it can be done due to the electronic release on the exterior and there are vendors that sell such kits. Can this be done on the 5th Gen 4Runner as well? I sleep inside of the 4Runner and I would like the option to open the rear lift gate from inside of the vehicle in order to exit instead of being forced to use the rear side doors.

There is a dude on here who sells a 50$ kit. [MENTION=317678]UtahRnr[/MENTION] did a nice diy write-up.

There is also a way to attach a string to the latch through the little emergency panel. Forgot who did that write up but you can google t4r results and find it.

 

[Grug556]

Same here on our LX 570, but the same can't be said for the 4Runner.

Mine works to release the hatch via remote. MY16 LImited

 

[Tejas]

Mine works to release the hatch via remote. MY16 LImited

I can't speak to a Limited, we have a Pro, nice to know that they have the option on the Limited trim.

 

[Tejas]

There is a dude on here who sells a 50$ kit. [MENTION=317678]UtahRnr[/MENTION] did a nice diy write-up.

There is also a way to attach a string to the latch through the little emergency panel. Forgot who did that write up but you can google t4r results and find it.

Thanks! I already have the exit switch coming but curious about the rear window mod now too. Does it work with the ignition off?

 

[90Duck]

Ultimate Camping Mod

Here is the thread on the kit you can buy and diy:

Ultimate camping mod- rear window up / down and hatch pop with ignition off!

I bought the kit and did the install in an hour or so. Works great for both the hatch release and the ability to lower and raise the rear window, both without the key in the ignition.

 

[QwikKotaTx]

Thanks! I already have the exit switch coming but curious about the rear window mod now too. Does it work with the ignition off?

I don't see why it wouldn't if the wiring is in parallel with the factory switch and the doors are unlocked.

 

[EffayBravo]

Here is the thread on the kit you can buy and diy:

Ultimate camping mod- rear window up / down and hatch pop with ignition off!

I bought the kit and did the install in an hour or so. Works great for both the hatch release and the ability to lower and raise the rear window, both without the key in the ignition.

Highly recommend this if you plan on camping in the truck. Game changer.

 

[Mutant138]

Thanks! I already have the exit switch coming but curious about the rear window mod now too. Does it work with the ignition off?

Yes sir.

 

[nglayton]

Is this a function on limited models or some type of button pressing code? I don’t have a rear door button on my fob. Do tell.

There is also a way to attach a string to the latch through the little emergency panel. Forgot who did that write up but you can google t4r results and find it.

Here you go, sorry guys, a little confusion, I guess it is a slight mod, unlock with the fob and pull your release cord/string/strap etc.
Rear Hatch Mod (no electric)(open from inside)

 

[Tejas]

$8 dollars and 30 minutes later and we are in business! Thanks to all those who helped with the links and suggestions.

 

[unsub1]

$8 dollars and 30 minutes later and we are in business! Thanks to all those who helped with the links and suggestions.

Any details on exactly what you ended up doing?

 

[Tejas]

Any details on exactly what you ended up doing?

Yessir, I followed [MENTION=317678]UtahRnr[/MENTION]'s post. He lists the parts needed and has a very good detailed writeup in his post mid-way down the page. Fortunately I already had the connections and splices/crimps needed along with the wiring. The switch came the next day via Amazon for $7.99 + tax. I used some male/female connectors mid-line to ease in removing the panel in the future. I didn't take any pics as it is pretty well detailed in that thread.

UtahRnr’s build

 

[SirWilliamGoes]

Taking some inspiration from these forums I made this quick video showing this mod I did with $0 and very little tools in about 30min


DIY Inside Rear Hatch Release 5th Gen Toyota 4Runner
DIY Inside Rear Hatch Release 5th Gen Toyota 4Runner - YouTube

 

[C4RunnrPRO]

How did you do this? Just got my 5th Gen 4RPRO and this would make car camping so much easier!