4WD Problems
Postmaster
Joined: Dec 2001
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From: UT
Question: Is it failing to lockup at the transfer case or at one/both hub/s? Do you have low range? The dash light going on and off is a good indication that the transfer case is shifting, but I'd verify that. If the transfer case is engaging, but the hubs aren't, the hubs are likely shot.
Postmaster
Joined: Dec 2001
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From: UT
I've heard of someone who sells a rebuild kit for the auto hubs. Dealers sell auto hubs ($ for one auto hub=$ for 2 manual hubs approximately)
Best fix, though, is to replace the auto hubs with manual hubs.
Best fix, though, is to replace the auto hubs with manual hubs.
Senior User
Joined: Feb 2004
Posts: 478
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From: Washington
Most likely it's the solinoid switch in the box attached to the axle. Try tapping it lightly and see if that will free it up. A lot of times it's just dirty and can be cleaned up.
There is a tech artical that goes through the process of disassembly and clean-up with pictures. Click on the above right hand corner for tech stuff.
With a little luck you might save your self some big bucks just with a good cleaning.
There is a tech artical that goes through the process of disassembly and clean-up with pictures. Click on the above right hand corner for tech stuff.
With a little luck you might save your self some big bucks just with a good cleaning.
