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Old Jan 30, 2011 | 01:52 PM
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When i am in 2 wheal drive and i am taking a sharp turn in makes a knocking sound similar to the sound it makes when i am in 4x4. It doesnt rub it will let me take the sharp turn but still bumps and makes the knocking noise. any help so when i go to mechanic i know whats going on.
 
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Old Jan 30, 2011 | 02:23 PM
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sounds like your hubs are not unlocking
 
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Old Jan 30, 2011 | 02:25 PM
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Where is the origin of the problem?
 
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Old Jan 30, 2011 | 02:36 PM
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Try jacking your front tires off the ground, then turn them by hand and look behind them at the u/joint. the u/joint should not turn if they are unlocked. make sure your hubs are turned to the auto position, not locked.
 
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Old Jan 30, 2011 | 02:59 PM
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Shouldn't I be able to do it even if not jacked up?
 
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