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Is there a simple way of removing the lens from the indicator lamp to clean the inside of the lens without breaking anything Danny

We all know that 80 series dip beam is not the best, but having had the failure to start problem sorted I now have no dip beam at all. Main beam only which has a tendency to wind other drivers up a bit. All other lights are fine. Where to look first? The starting fault was the starter relay...

Jumped in the vehicle today turn the key, nothing but a little click. Looking from the front the left hand battery reads 12.36 and the right one 12.24. My garage man via the phone says it should start. I have put some jump leads on from another vehicle still nothing. It worked perfectly well...

Having been told that my 1995 GS model is underpowered by somebody who was less than convincing when when checking the vehicle for sale, is there a simple method of finding out whether it is the case or not. The only test I have done is 40 to 60 in fourth which is in 11 seconds. This is quicker...

When working for Toyota in the early 90's I seem to remember the turbo light would come on when accelerating in the early 12v version 80 series. Does the same apply to the 24 valve 1995 version. I have had one for 7 years and the light has never come on at all. I am told by a "mechanic" that...

In a 1993 Landcruiser 80 series, are the two batteries the same or is the passenger side different from the drivers side? There appears to be a difference of opinion. Toyota say they are the same other suppliers say they are different. What amperage should they be? JOhn Many Thanks

Having just returned from Billing, there is mud inside the passenger side headlight covering main beam. Some guidance would be appreciated on how to remove the headlight and clean the inside of the glass lens without having to purchase a new one. Thanks John

Having a 80 series which has been lifted and need to replace the Radius Arm Bushes, is there a way of measuring how much the lift actually is as that would determine whether it needs castor correcting bushes or not. As I understand it, 2" or less you can use the standard bushes, more than 2"you...

I am continuing to have a problem with a lack of power to the front actuator. Having disconnected the supply cable from the top of the actuator, the continuity checks seem OK and the common earth is also as it should be. With the centre diff locked and the switch on the dashboard turned to...

I appear to have no power going to the front locker. As a non electrical person with a meter how can I check where the fault lies? How should the meter be connected to the plug which goes into the top of the actuator to check for power and how to check for a broken wire between the actuator and...

How should the magnets be positioned when reglueing back in the difflock actuator, as they are all loose and need reseating. Many thanks. John

Having taken the front difflock to pieces and damaged the small springs that push the brushes against the rotating armature, are the springs made of a particular metal or can you use similar size springs from a biro which has been suggested. Do they have to be of a particular metal such as...

In the guide for the operation of the front difflock it says "When the lock control switch is switched to the front locker the power goes to terminal 6 of the difflock ECU which happens. The next sentence says ' If the limit SW on the lock inside the front difflock control motor is on at this...

I need a new or at least one that works, the 4 wheel drive control ECU situated inside the left kick panel passenger side. This controls the operation of the axle locks. Anybody got any idea where I might obtain one. Many Thanks John

According to a Landcruiser 80 series wiring diagram the front axle locker is controlled by an ECU. Could somebody let me know where this ECU is situated. Cheers John

1995 GS 80 series. Front difflock remains engaged regardless as what I do. I have jacked up the wheels and wheel driven round a large snow field, hit it with a hammer -nothing. Advice would be much appreciated, as would a guide to taking it off. I have done the rear which is fine, but the...

Ceased to engage after a day in the woods and snow. It has been faultless up to yesterday. I had previously refurbished the rear, is the front much different. Is there a guide link anywhere. It might just be the wiring got a clack but does not look like it. Advice would be appreciated...

Having ordered a new set of side steps from Direct 4X4 they tell me that no drilling is required as the holes to take the bracket supports are already there. I know I use glasses sometimes, but with a torch and a wife we cannot see any ready made holes that would take two screws one above the...

1995 4.2 GS . On checking the parking brake efficiency, it turned out that the offside lever was seized in the on position and when adjusting the star wheel all that was happening was the wearing of the shoes. However only the rear shoe is down to very little while the front shoe appears to be...

Is there a sat nav system with moving maps for off road, using the grid reference system on Ordinance Survey Maps? Or similar method that works like the on road system but displays tracks and routes as seen on 1.25000 Explorer maps. Thanks John

Having spent some considerable time fitting new inner axles seals using the advice in various posts while withstanding a daily force 10 wind, I would like to thank all those who replied to queries and have supplied info for others to read. The drive shafts have had Speedi Sleeves fitted prior...

Is there any form of guide regarding the renewing of the swivel seals.? I have a set of Milners and want to reduce the grease that is currently emerging from that area. It does not smell of gear oil. Cheers John

My brother who has a 1993 80 series UK spec. has continually complained that the drivers seat does not go back far enough and they don't for me either. Is there a simple modification to get the seat to move further back on the runners or is it too difficult and will require too much change...

How do you upload photos from my computer to a page on this website. A really simple explaination would be appreciated. As it appears all to complicated. And I mean simple Cheers John

Thanks for all the info on winch fitting, all I need now is a diagram of the best way to fit the winch/battery isolater switch. It should be Simple Cheers John

Having taken the original bumper off to repair it I notice that at the end of the chassis rails, on each one, there is a type of bracket that appears to slip over the end and can be removed if you take the bolts out. What purpose to they serve? Cheers John

I would like to fit a 12000 lb winch to my 1995 80 series. What complications will there be as it has an Allisport intercooler fitted. I would like it to be as discrete as possible. Th vehicle is standard apart from a 2' lift and the intercooler. Are there any recommendations as to the most...