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Transfer Case Shudder Or Binding

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Cause Correction
DEFINITION: When in the AWD mode, a shudder is felt during acceleration or a crow-hop or binding while turning, which may cause tire scuffing.
Review the Symptoms - Transfer Case  and perform the necessary inspections.
Oil breakdown or contamination Flush the transfer case and fill with the correct fluid. Refer to Transfer Case Fluid Replacement .
Incorrect transfer case fluid Flush the transfer case and fill with the correct fluid. Refer to Transfer Case Fluid Replacement .
Burrs on the clutch hub slots
  1. Inspect the clutch disc tab slots in the clutch hub for burrs or notches. Refer to Two/Four Wheel Drive Shift Components Cleaning and Inspection .
  2. De-burr the hub slots. If the hub slots are excessively notched, replace the clutch hub. Refer to Transfer Case Disassemble  and Transfer Case Assemble .