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Old Dec 10, 2005 | 04:50 PM
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4wd won't engage

Hey guys, I'm working on an '89 fullsize Bronco trying to figure out why the 4wd doesn't engage. I can hear the relay clicking in the pass side kickpanel, but nothing happens. I don't know where to start. I have a Haynes manual but it is no help for this. Is there a way I can bypass all the factory push button crap and wire it up so it stays in 4wd until spring? This truck is a total beater and sees no highway miles. I can wire up a new relay and switch if need be, I just don't know what wires I would need to power up. Any help would be appreciated.
 
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Old Dec 11, 2005 | 12:38 AM
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hey do you have automatic locking hubs if yes put your head out the window to make sure that they click in when you are in 4 wheel drive and begin to move if they aren't then you need to get out and manually lock the hubs. this is probably the solution
 
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Old Dec 11, 2005 | 08:41 AM
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It may be the t/c motor. Check to see if you have power there when you put it in 4x4. Bronco Graveyard has them for $100 I think.
 
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