Center Diff On European 4-runner 98

[PeuNeu]

Hi all,

I am just trying to get info before buying a LHD 4-runner or a RHD Hilux Surf.

Does the 4-runner 3rd generation (from 1996) have a center differential??

Does the Hilux Surf 3rd generation (from 1996) exist with LHD and european conformity?

Thank you for info.

PeuNeu

[Andy]

Pretty sure that they all have a centre diff (3rd gen), but not sure about the LHD bit.

[PeuNeu]

Pretty sure that they all have a centre diff (3rd gen), but not sure about the LHD bit.

Thanks for answer.

I looked on wikipedia "4-runner" and don't really know how I have to understant this sentence.

"Significant changes from the second generation models include a larger body on a longer wheelbase, increased interior space, increased cargo space, twin airbags, ABS, lift-up tailgate, coil-sprung suspension all round, rack and pinion steering, and aerodynamic contour designed glass headlights. Additionally, Hilux Surf versions immediately moved to 16-inch wheels and gained a center differential, enabling the use of four wheel drive on hard surfaces without complication for the first time."

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Toyota_4Runner

Only Surf 3rd gen got it?

[Andy]

The 3rd gen came out in 96 and was built on the same chassis as the Colorado/prado, and this had the centre diff.

I have seen LHD 2nd gen in Europe but never a 3rd gen, and they were badged as 4 runners.

[PeuNeu]

The 3rd gen came out in 96 and was built on the same chassis as the Colorado/prado, and this had the centre diff.

I have seen LHD 2nd gen in Europe but never a 3rd gen, and they were badged as 4 runners.

Hi Andy,

I finally bought a 4 Runner '99 3L TD.

But this is not a european car, not even a japanese nor american....

LHD, 4 Runner, American lights and all the rest. but 3.0L TD which were never made for US.

I still don't know if I have a central diff.

Is it anything I can check to be sure? (As I'm not that good in mechanical stuff)

Thanks!!

PeuNeu

[Andy]

What settings do you have on the gearstick/transfer lever.

[PeuNeu]

What settings do you have on the gearstick/transfer lever.

H2 L4

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H4--N

[Andy]

This is what I have.

[PeuNeu]

Thanks a lot Andy.

This is not what I have, so it means no center diff...

I've to be either in H2 or down to H4.