Hilux auto front hubs

Submitted: Monday, Feb 18, 2008 at 13:31
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Hi all

I have a 2005 Hilux 4x4 Diesel, my problem is I have to use low range to reverse my boat up the drive way. Does anybody know of an easy way to fit a manual switch into the wiring to disengage the front hubs ? Any advice would be appreciated thanks.

Sparky54
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Reply By: Notso - Monday, Feb 18, 2008 at 13:47

Monday, Feb 18, 2008 at 13:47
I think they would be a mechanical cam system rather than electrically activated.

I have heard of people changing them back to manual, but wouldn't have clue how it's done.
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Reply By: Member - Davoe (Yalgoo) - Monday, Feb 18, 2008 at 15:03

Monday, Feb 18, 2008 at 15:03
Just do it in 4wd the woldnt be so fragile as to not be able to go 20m on a hard surface at low speed
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Reply By: dazza0503 - Monday, Feb 18, 2008 at 16:20

Monday, Feb 18, 2008 at 16:20
Sparky,

Mine hates towing. Any take off on a hill is hard work and I only tow camper trailers about 500kg. I have a manual, is yours an auto?

Dazza
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Reply By: Member - Olcoolone (S.A) - Monday, Feb 18, 2008 at 18:57

Monday, Feb 18, 2008 at 18:57
The current Hilux's have a electronic solenoid that controls the front diff activation.

Haven't looked into it much as it is something I don't need but I can see why it would be good in some aplications.

I might have a look at the wiring diagram tonight.

regards Richard

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Reply By: Member - Norm C (QLD) - Monday, Feb 18, 2008 at 20:57

Monday, Feb 18, 2008 at 20:57
Sparky, I drop mine into low range at times when reversing up a steep driveway while towing. Providing you get the wheels pretty straight so you are not steering too much, I've found it OK over the short distances involved.
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Reply By: obee - Tuesday, Feb 19, 2008 at 08:10

Tuesday, Feb 19, 2008 at 08:10
I drove twenty kilometers in 4wd once on the bitumen nd lived to tell the tale. I dont think your driveway is a challenge.

Owen
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