I guess I didn't have it locked in even after I thought I did. Use a short length of hose on the vacuum solenoids, and retest. It lights up and makes the same sounds it always did, but it doesn't engage into 4 wheel drive high or low. I just assumed it was an electrical problem because when I yurn the switch it does nothing. I have new Michelin tires and just figured those nice road tires were bad in the mud. I can only find 2 fuses using the owners manual that says anything about 4x4 and both of them check out good.
For example, the windshield washers will spray a great way to get back at your buddy if he happens to be standing by the door during your test , the 4x4 lights will self test, windshield wipers will oscillate, and the dome lamp will go on and off. Posted on Dec 12, 2014 There is a 10amp fuse for the gauges and the circuit that turns on the alternator. Maybe the alignment guy did it. That click tells you that the transfer case shifted into gear. Does that mean it could be the Shift Motor itself? Items offered for trade are not allowed.
If not have person in vehicle hit the brakes put in park and turn vehicle off, Then with a vacuum gauge attach it to the actuator and apply 10 - 12 psi of vacuum. The hubs have been the bain of my existance with this truck. It does not mention excess wear. Please read this message in its entirety. If you do not hear a noise, the window switch, regulator, motor or wiring is damaged.
If so once you have it off the ground have someone inside start it hold the brake then put it in 4 wheel drive and slowly release the brake. It has the eletronic control for the 4X4 but manual lockers. If it works, you've found a bad relay and should probably just change them both. He checked the electric transfer case motor. Just because it's new doesn't mean it cant be bad. Excessive promotion of a stallion by its owner or related parties is not permitted and will be addressed at the discretion of the moderators. Do not post copyrighted photographs unless you have purchased that photo and have permission to do so.
N We have a 1997 F250 4x4. They called and said the vacuum hoses were melted? Remove this to gain access to the adjuster wheel. Went to another Ford dealer directly afterwards, fearing the last parts guys didnt know what he was talking about, and unfortunately got the same exact answer. And just because the speedometer goes that high, doesn't mean it's built to go that fast. If you are going to use auto, you should shift just before you get to a slick spot. The box is wrapped from the factory with fabric electrical tape, but that might be gone if someone has already opened it. This is just the most common cause, best to confirm with the 1st test above, to know if you should look to the trans case, or axle.
Sometimes you may have trouble with the vacuum either not working or the vehicle may not roll enough for them to engage. But eliminate the hubs first. Let's keep the ball on the ground and run to the output side of the system. While members may ask for general opinions and suggestions on equipment, trailers, trucks, etc. If you find corrosion, clean it up good and try again.
The same with 4x4 low putting the truck in nuetrel. I'm sure it's an air leak but since four high works I'll worry about it when that goes out too. If the wheels still do not turn, then you possibly could have a leak in the vacuum system as the front wheels are locked when in auto lock by the vacuum system through rubber hoses. But as others said, you have to use the 4wd periodically to keep things working. There has been problems with the servos and switches, that other people have found out about. This can be determined by putting the hub locks in manual.
The light use to flash before engaging or while trying to engage. Then I remembered when I got stuck in Maryland awhile back I had to lock in the front wheels too. The newer trucks you also don't want to go around with the hubs locked all the time, per the Ford people,so it also depends on what year your truck is. A high vacuum level 222 mm or 8. A side mirror is essential to good vision, especially. On these issue,there are few solved help links for troubleshooting the issue easily.
You could also have one of three maintenance problems. You should hear a click. No doubt you will get 50 posts saying that I am wrong, but I drove a '99 F350 357,000 with the hubs locked and I have 62,000 on an '08 with the hubs locked. I left my car windows down to keep my car cool for most of the day. Lesson learned and now I know. Feb 09, 2013 i would say your F250 has a {short circuit}going by all the facts you tell me there has to be a loose or faulty electrical connection in the ignition circuit. Also when I got stuck my friend told me that my front wheels were not moving while my left rear wheel was spinning on the snow.