Headlight fix - Stalk Switch Repair

In this video we diagnose why the headlights won’t work a 3rd generation Toyota 4Runner. After replacing the bulbs we found that the bright symbol on the dash was illuminated suggesting something besides the bulb was wrong. We found a burnt pin on the stalk and luckily after cleaning it, functionality returned but if this happens to you, be prepared to replace the entire stalk.

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[jettsmith]

I just replaced my stalk switch after I watched this video and I now have brights that go bright instead of turning off. Thank you!

[anthonyhendrickson]

There are a few videos on YouTube covering 3rd gen 4runner headlight stalk replacement, and this one is by far the best. The tip about using the column adjustment to improve access is such a pro move- it made the reassembly so much easier than expected. Thank you for a great video!

[brendon]

And god said, let there be light: and there was light. Great short video Sean!

[davidgoedde]

Life and time saver Sean! Another great video!

[jscottyson]

Love these videos!!! Especially with valuable information included. (:

[Wolfgang]

I hate electrical problems... it's good to see a quick easy fix for one possible cause of the problem! Thanks Sean! #sicmods

[christophergoodwin]

Thank you for making this video, I was literally just about to work on this!

[Joe-cuhi]

I’m having similar issue with my 2010 Venza. Thank you so much for such an easy to follow instructions. I will definitely try this

[marcuscurtis]

Just ran into this issue, thanks Sean and Timmy!

[benaldredge]

Awesome information. Thank you for posting!

[MarkamisPrime]

Dude man. Sic video. Sic mod. Easy fix. Let’s go snow wheeling

[flipperbooch]

Thank you! This worked perfectly for my 02 Corolla. I’m adding fog lights and needed to change the stalk.
Just know, most Toyotas of similar years are built very similarly, they share as many parts as possible. I’m sure it’s like that with other brands too.

[johnp]

If you have the fog light plugs up front by the lights, you can swap out light stalks for one with a fog light switch. You may need to add the fog light relay and slightly modify that translucent plastic piece that holds the stalk, but I did it on my SR5 to add off road lights. Stock look inside and adds whatever lights you want. Thanks for the vids!

[rlg]

New to your channel. I'm having the same problem in my 2002 4Runner. I've tried all the basic troubleshooting. I wasn't thinking it could be that switch.

[MegaFREEAIR]

same tham me, same lever, !!!! toyota celica 96 7afe, thank & regards from Spain, Catalonia.

[joebeal]

My 94 Toyata truck the dims work but when I turn it to brights, nothing ? But if I hold back the stick they come on ? Anybody got advice ?

[thassaloid]

It looks like the terminal on the harness plug was a loose fit on the corroded pin on the stalk. I'd tighten it up or replace it as a loose connection could cause the overheating again.

[BRAINRAY]

Hi Sean! Thanks for the video! I have the exact problem on my 2000 4Runner. Same slightly corroded pin and connector pin. I installed a new stalk no fogs but still no change! I did not add any die electric grease, do you think it might help? Also have you had any issues lately with the stalk again? Just curious to know if the fix worked. Once again thanks and greetings from Puerto Rico! 😊

[ianflaherty]

oh i hope this solves my problem, wish me luck :D

[panike]

Thank you for the video. My 01 Tacoma has the exact same issue and I couldn't figure out the problem. Is the 4 runner stalk compatible with Tacoma?