Fj cruiser rear diff lock light flashing. First it just flashed a bit, then a few miles later it stayed on, and a little "safe" thing flashed up, which is now gone. Took to Toyota for warranty but they said the diff has to be disassembled " rubbish " I removed the actuator myself and can lock the diff manually and the actuator works also, but once all connected it doesn't work. I FJ Cruiser Club of Australia » FJCC Australia » Mechanical and Technical » Transmission & Driveline » Diff lock light flashing in 2wd Members: 3741 • Posts: 171092 • Topics: 11334 « previous next » Go Down Jan 5, 2019 · When the click is loud, the status switch stops blinking so the diff lock status switch works. The light should go out and stay out. Diff will only work in 4 low. Turn off the diff lock (make sure you hear it disengage) then drive forward a distance. Oct 6, 2009 · My rear diff is working fine, but the light won't stop flashing. Aug 31, 2010 · My 2010 Fj diff-lock light does not remain on, but flashes constantly. Solid red light means it is locked. The light flashes but it never engages. I know you have to be in 4 low and I am familiar with tricks to get a diff to lock. When I go to 4Lo, engage the lock and slowly drive forward, it engages properly and the light goes solid. Stop. Turn the key to "on" without starting the engine. It will flash in all gear positions: Park, Reverse, Drive, etc. Aug 14, 2025 · I have a 2008 FJ Cruiser that came with the rear diff lock as well and I had the same light flashing thing occurring. If the gears of the differential lock system are not engaged, the indicator light remains blinking, so rotate the tires to engage the gear. The manual states the light will flash initially until the lock is engaged then the light will stay on until it is dissengaged. My diff lock light started flashing and won't engage. Though the Rear Differential Lock Actuator can be taken apart and serviced, it's not a serviceable part. I have a few guesses but without a schematic of the diff lock system I am stuck. Apr 5, 2017 · It's the "rear diff lock is on" warning light, though it clearly wasn't on. The diff lock will flash if you try to engage it without being in 4 low. The diff locker indicator light on the dash lights up when you start the FJ like it always has. If the light is still on, or flickering, take a drive . Return the transfer case to 2WD. 1 day ago · Step-by-step FJ Cruiser LED rock light install guide: wiring, mounting, switch options, legal compliance, and top-rated kits for 2024 models. Move forward and backwards, turn left to right alittle. I can't get the Rear diff lock to engage though. has anyone experienced this issue and/or know the root cause and the fix? Yes the dealer will Dec 1, 2012 · I have a 2008 Trail Teams FJ with an automatic transmission and 4x4. I tried switching it on and off, forward and reverse, swerving back and forth and it didn't change. Open the driver door, and listen as you press the rear locker switch off and on slowly. My dad never used the diff lock in 10 years. Turn the fj off in 4low. If it still doesn't engage. The red rear differential light is blinking all the time - even in 2WD and 4Hi modes. You can hear it sort of "thunk" 4low, make sure it's blinking red. Aug 9, 2022 · If you hit the Diff Lock switch at ANY time, the Diff Lock light will flash continuously - even if you are in 2Hi range. Anyone figured out how to fix the flashing diff light? I did some searching and came up empty handed. If you hear it engaging but it still struggles or doesn't lock. When the differential lock control switch is in the OFF position, the indicator light goes off. If it doesnt, try slowly reversing a short distance. EXCEPT that the diff lock won't be commanded to lock until the transfer case is placed in Low range. Was trying to move slow while turning back and forth, rocking it ect. Nov 22, 2010 · Highwaystreets said: there was a 4x4 light, which was red and it was flashing does this mean the rear diff lock is not activating? Blinking red light with the X means the rear diff is trying to lock. Think the actuator Go find a dirt carpark, put it into 4L, activate the diff lock (make sure the light is steady) and drive forward a distance. I've been to the toyota dealer and they do not have the main case or solenoid O rings listed as parts. Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube. When I purchased it back in 2015 I wasn't sure if the previous owners had ever really used the locker or 4x4 options. You will hear the actuator engage the fork. the actuator doesn’t unlock the diff until I’ve really twisted and turned the rear wheels every which way while on the jack stands including moving TC to 2H and spinning the rear wheels under power, leaving the transmission in neutral and/or May 3, 2008 · I tried engaging the Rear Diff the other day and the indicator light just kept blinking. What is my next step? Just wondering if anyone has had diff lock issues. 4 high and low work fine, A-Trac works. fcc cit etf xhw gag jki qnf msf xjb bro kkc svq wsc vqd kid