I did a search...honest.

[Fricfrac]

About rear window problems,but could not find the necessary answer.Apologies in advance if I have ballsed up.....


Uk Spec,96 Forerunner. The rear/tailgate window works on the switch in the cab, but the key wont turn the lock in the tailgate.I stripped the door down today and removed the lock for a bench clean and lube,still solid,the key won`t begin to turn it....and yes,i` am using the right key........

I`m crap with electrics,anybody know the problem?

Thanks in advance.

[stormforce]

I might have a lock and key for the tailgate for £30 delivered if your interested.I will check on the truck tomorrow.I think the 4runner and surf locks are the same fitting but if its the wrong one then you can return it for a refund

[Fricfrac]

Will it solve the problem though? If so, then I need to get it working.

I seem to recall a lot of talk about the regulater going on these vehicles,is that not the problem in this case then,merely a fubarred lock?

[Albannach]

A borked regulator won't stop the key turning in the lock.

[Fricfrac]

A borked regulator won't stop the key turning in the lock.

I wasn`t sure, I did confess to knowing diddly about car electrics and didn`t know if the was some electrickery going to the lock......If not then a new lock and key would be splendid.........

[stormforce]

evev if there was a problem elsewhere.i.e wires then the lock should still turn with the key

[Fricfrac]

evev if there was a problem elsewhere.i.e wires then the lock should still turn with the key

Ok, thanks to you both.

If you have a spare that would be good,cheers.

[stormforce]

Ok, thanks to you both.

If you have a spare that would be good,cheers.

i'll post back here tomorrow and let you know.How was your lock fixed to the tailgate.Was it 2 x 10mm nuts on studs or a spring type clip like on the doors

[Fricfrac]

i'll post back here tomorrow and let you know.How was your lock fixed to the tailgate.Was it 2 x 10mm nuts on studs or a spring type clip like on the doors

Spring type clip.

That came loose all at once causing a bruised laceration to my hand......bugger...

[stormforce]

Spring type clip.

That came loose all at once causing a bruised laceration to my hand......bugger...

ok i'll see if the tailgate i got has that type.As its underslung spare type of tailgate then it may well be the same

[TonyN]

A borked regulator won't stop the key turning in the lock.

But then Rich won't be able to sell his spare lock....

[Fricfrac]

ok i'll see if the tailgate i got has that type.As its underslung spare type of tailgate then it may well be the same

Did you get a chance to have a look ?

Ta.