sunnyboy
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- Vehicle Year
- 2008
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- Ranger
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I have a very odd 4x4 switch problem with my 2008 Ranger FX4 (4.0L V6). All the various internet posts about 4x4 always talk about it 'not engaging'...
Well, mine engages immediately without any problem. HOWEVER, it does not easily DISENGAGE. If I put it in 4H, and then switch back to 2H, it stays in 4H for anywhere from 5 min to 10 min or more. I have to drive it (any speed) forward for that time until it finally 'releases' and goes back to 2H.
It's more annoying than serious, as I can always drive for a while in 4H as it's usually that kind of weather (snow) when I need it. But it's still frustrating.
I've read about the contact wipers inside the actuator of the transfer case getting dirty, but that's always related to the 4H 'not engaging', rather than the reverse.
Any suggestions? Thanks in advance.
Well, mine engages immediately without any problem. HOWEVER, it does not easily DISENGAGE. If I put it in 4H, and then switch back to 2H, it stays in 4H for anywhere from 5 min to 10 min or more. I have to drive it (any speed) forward for that time until it finally 'releases' and goes back to 2H.
It's more annoying than serious, as I can always drive for a while in 4H as it's usually that kind of weather (snow) when I need it. But it's still frustrating.
I've read about the contact wipers inside the actuator of the transfer case getting dirty, but that's always related to the 4H 'not engaging', rather than the reverse.
Any suggestions? Thanks in advance.