In this video I give a run down on the general disassembly of my 99 Tacoma's shifter, in order to replace the bushings. Link to Bushings: www.tacomaworl...
Some of the other videos I have seen never mention that second shaft so I'm glad I watched your video. I have ordered some new bushings and wondered why there were four of them. Now I know.
Thank you now I know why my shifter knob isn’t invading proper engaging and why my key doesn’t want to come out sometimes and how to fix the problem . Was thinking about selling my taco but it’s just so easy to find videos to fix the problems for this truck and to replace parts is cheap and easy to do yourself . Makes me want to keep it forever and fix it wen something goes wrong .
Awesome video, thanks! I just want to add that the rubber boot covering the lower shaft can be removed by pushing the cylindrical metal piece in the center out with a flat head screwdriver (there are 4 to remove), and then pulling the rubber down through the hole. This helps give you plenty of room to work and easily clean up debris from the old, disintegrated bushings.
Just did this on my 4X4 4Runner, there's a good bit more you have to remove but the concept is the same. In order to get to the second bushing, I found it actually easier to take the C-clips off the linkage and proceed from there. My bushings on the second shaft were non-existent, either they disintegrated or some sort of manufacturing error. Now it shifts super tight, and it only costs me a few bucks and an hour of my time!
PLEASE add warning to set the parking brake - don't ask me why this is important - sloped driveway, moving the lever around took to out of park.. No injury or wreck but the truck did roll down the driveway - my bad! Excellent video, thanks for taking the time to produce this DIY tutorial - there are 4 total bushings, one on each end of the shaft, did you replace all of them?
Good job, great video. Thanks for your help, I like the way you get down to the problem and explain it step by step. Glad to subscribe to someone that helps make their job much easier.
Same here, like he briefly mentioned, my key won’t come out of my ignition. You have to unplug the sensor switch in order to get it out, and I can’t figure out why.
Mine did the same thing, prior to replacing the 4 bushings. If there is too much play in the shifter due to possible worn bushings, it can affect the park switch. That was the case for my Tacoma.
I replaced my bushings last year and after a few months still had the problem with the key not coming out. Watched a few videos before I replaced them. Now I watching your video for the first time and find there are 4 bushings and not 2? Its a 03 tacoma prerunner. So maybe the back 2 could be the problem? This truck has been a pain the past few years. May just need to get rid of it.
So you may have an issue with the button height on the actual shift button you press on the shifter. You can remove the shift handle with two Phillips head screws and there is a red button with a 45 degree angle on the top of it. The button has threads that can be adjusted up and down to correctly activate a solenoid that allows you to remove the key. That may be part if the issue
@@propermods2849 Thanks for that! I replaced the bushings again and so far so good. Last time I replaced them it wasn't long before that button problem started. I will try this if it does it again. I could see where those back bushings would go and there none back there. Just worry to try and get to those.
I have not but I can't imagine it'd be too hard with a welder. All you'd have to do is get the linkage direction and throw ratio right and I don't see why it wouldn't work. Would have to rewire the overdrive button and probably disable the brake pedal lockout though, although that'd be easy too
Like the shifter button on my Tacoma Prerunner I can just move it when I step on the brake without pressing the button on the shifter does that mean my transmission is messed up or is it a solenoid if so how do I check it.
Nothin to worry about. This is a normal operation. My buddy had the same concern in his 4runner, but basically the shifter doesn't lock out Reverse and Drive while in neutral. This lets you move the shifter from Reverse to Drive quickly without hitting the button.
There is a ring that holds a little incandescent bulb. If I remeber a #74 led fits on its place. Those trim panels around the ring and clock snap in and out
Yes! These can do exactly that. Sometimes however you may need to calibrate the shifter button to press down further while in park. Usually however shifter bushings are the issue. EDIT: shifter bushings not "shifter buttons"
Sorry for taking so long to reply! I make the bushings that i used in this video, which are urethane. You can purchase a set here :D www.tacomaworld.com/threads/urethane-automatic-shifter-bushings-now-for-sale-95-5-04.605409/
I am Toyota Master Tech and this is an EXCELLENT video, very thorough, from laying out the needed tools to the finish. GREAT job!!
Thank you!
ProperMods where to buy the bushings ??
Glad you put in (even at the end) why you were replacing these bushings... I was beginning to wonder how bad it was. LOL
Some of the other videos I have seen never mention that second shaft so I'm glad I watched your video. I have ordered some new bushings and wondered why there were four of them. Now I know.
Hey thanks! Just did this on my 98 Tacoma..a world of difference now! There were several videos on this but found yours the most useful.
Thanks!
Thank you now I know why my shifter knob isn’t invading proper engaging and why my key doesn’t want to come out sometimes and how to fix the problem . Was thinking about selling my taco but it’s just so easy to find videos to fix the problems for this truck and to replace parts is cheap and easy to do yourself . Makes me want to keep it forever and fix it wen something goes wrong .
Just a quick thank you for putting this video together. I replaced my four bushings this afternoon and the shifter is now clean and snug.
Great video! I wish most other DIY videos were close to this nicely done
Awesome video, thanks! I just want to add that the rubber boot covering the lower shaft can be removed by pushing the cylindrical metal piece in the center out with a flat head screwdriver (there are 4 to remove), and then pulling the rubber down through the hole. This helps give you plenty of room to work and easily clean up debris from the old, disintegrated bushings.
Good to know! I should have tried that. 😁
Just did this on my 4X4 4Runner, there's a good bit more you have to remove but the concept is the same. In order to get to the second bushing, I found it actually easier to take the C-clips off the linkage and proceed from there. My bushings on the second shaft were non-existent, either they disintegrated or some sort of manufacturing error. Now it shifts super tight, and it only costs me a few bucks and an hour of my time!
YOU DIDN'T TALK ABOUT CHOCKING THE WHEELS! I started doing this and the truck popped out of Park and ran me over, fracturing my spine.
Guess you won't do that again! It's ok. We all have to learn.
PLEASE add warning to set the parking brake - don't ask me why this is important - sloped driveway, moving the lever around took to out of park.. No injury or wreck but the truck did roll down the driveway - my bad! Excellent video, thanks for taking the time to produce this DIY tutorial - there are 4 total bushings, one on each end of the shaft, did you replace all of them?
great video,thank you.
Good job, great video. Thanks for your help, I like the way you get down to the problem and explain it step by step. Glad to subscribe to someone that helps make their job much easier.
Great job
Great video 👍
Nice
I’m having a problem with sensor parking switch
Same here, like he briefly mentioned, my key won’t come out of my ignition. You have to unplug the sensor switch in order to get it out, and I can’t figure out why.
Mine did the same thing, prior to replacing the 4 bushings. If there is too much play in the shifter due to possible worn bushings, it can affect the park switch. That was the case for my Tacoma.
I replaced my bushings last year and after a few months still had the problem with the key not coming out. Watched a few videos before I replaced them. Now I watching your video for the first time and find there are 4 bushings and not 2? Its a 03 tacoma prerunner. So maybe the back 2 could be the problem? This truck has been a pain the past few years. May just need to get rid of it.
So you may have an issue with the button height on the actual shift button you press on the shifter. You can remove the shift handle with two Phillips head screws and there is a red button with a 45 degree angle on the top of it. The button has threads that can be adjusted up and down to correctly activate a solenoid that allows you to remove the key. That may be part if the issue
@@propermods2849 Thanks for that! I replaced the bushings again and so far so good. Last time I replaced them it wasn't long before that button problem started. I will try this if it does it again. I could see where those back bushings would go and there none back there. Just worry to try and get to those.
@@EricBrantleyGA I won't lie, they are a pain to swap out...well unless you do it a dozen times, then it's pretty easy 😁
I suggest dropping the transmission next time, that way it's even easier to clear the shifter.
That is one one to create space
How many bushings does each tube take?
why not also replace parking brake switch also?
Have you ever done a shifter swap in the 1st gen Tacoma Automatic from factory to an aftermarket shifter like hurst or B/M shifter.? Thanks
I have not but I can't imagine it'd be too hard with a welder. All you'd have to do is get the linkage direction and throw ratio right and I don't see why it wouldn't work. Would have to rewire the overdrive button and probably disable the brake pedal lockout though, although that'd be easy too
Hey man how do u replace the handle only the button on mine broke off
What about a 4wd that has the transfer case shifter to the left of the transmission shifter?
where did you bought the bushings
Like the shifter button on my Tacoma Prerunner I can just move it when I step on the brake without pressing the button on the shifter does that mean my transmission is messed up or is it a solenoid if so how do I check it.
Nothin to worry about. This is a normal operation. My buddy had the same concern in his 4runner, but basically the shifter doesn't lock out Reverse and Drive while in neutral. This lets you move the shifter from Reverse to Drive quickly without hitting the button.
I got 4 blue bushings not greased on EBay, what kind of grease to use on it? Thanks!
I used dielectric grease, which is actually just silicone grease. You can get it cheap at auto parts stores
We’re to buy bushing for 2004 Tacoma
For shifter
Do you still need them?
How can I purchase this bishings?
What radio is that can I get a link ?
How’d you do the ignition light?
There is a ring that holds a little incandescent bulb. If I remeber a #74 led fits on its place. Those trim panels around the ring and clock snap in and out
So is their 2 bushings per each shaft?
Sure are! Two on the top and two on the bottom, 4 total
I had figured so but wasn't quite sure. Thanks for the info!
My Tacoma, most times, will not start unless I put it into neutral, will this take care of that issue?
Yes! These can do exactly that. Sometimes however you may need to calibrate the shifter button to press down further while in park. Usually however shifter bushings are the issue.
EDIT: shifter bushings not "shifter buttons"
great video! thx
where did you purchase your bushings
Same question here. Thanks
Sorry for taking so long to reply! I make the bushings that i used in this video, which are urethane. You can purchase a set here :D www.tacomaworld.com/threads/urethane-automatic-shifter-bushings-now-for-sale-95-5-04.605409/
Wher can i get the bushings?
www.tacomaworld.com/threads/urethane-automatic-shifter-bushings-now-for-sale-95-5-04.605409/
The link just sent you sends you to the product page on Tacoma World. Thank you 😁