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Old Nov 14, 2004 | 07:15 AM
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I just bought a 1993 Ford Ranger 4x4 4.0 Liter with manual locking hubs.This is my first 4x4 and was wondering what is the proper way to kick in the 4x4 it has a push button but does not work I have to put the key on the back of the transfer case to put it in 4x4.But I was wondering what is the correct way to put it in 4wd and what is not the correct way.Thanks
 
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Old Nov 14, 2004 | 12:09 PM
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Those trucks are notorius for trouble with the solenoid that engages the 4x4. You can buy a new one for cheap and get that push button working again.

"Ideally" the truck should be stopped and in neutral to engage 4x4. I've found that with our 95 I can engage it at speed as long as the clutch is pressed. I've never tried this above 30. If I press the button while in gear the light just keeps blinking until I press the clutch.

I do know that you really have to be stopped to put it in 4lo.
 
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