Replace gear indicator on 96 SR5 2wd automatic

[kelvinem]

Has anyone replaced the gear indicator on 2wd automatic (96 SR5)? My question really stems from the OD switch embedded in the gear selection handle. I am afraid to pull too hard as I don't want to break the wire. Parts diagrams seem to indicate a connector at the end of the wire but thought it would be good to hear from someone who has already performed this procedure.

 

[shazbot]

no but I need to, here are some pics when I took mine apart, I think the indicator part is just a plastic slide in insert with decal on it.

 

[shazbot]

 

[kelvinem]

Thanks, good pictures. The OD wire w/ the male connectors, did you have a special tool to get them out of the connector?

 

[shazbot]

Thanks, good pictures. The OD wire w/ the male connectors, did you have a special tool to get them out of the connector?

I'ts been awhile since I pulled it all apart but I don't think I used anything special but I think I de-pined a connector

 

[shazbot]

Thanks, good pictures. The OD wire w/ the male connectors, did you have a special tool to get them out of the connector?

I think you got to de-pin the blue wire, I have a set of de-pinners but they are kinda shitty, a small flat head or a larger sewing needle works for de-pinning.

 

[shazbot]