Pinpoint Test K: The Transfer Case Makes Noise
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- Normal Operation and Fault Conditions
- VERIFY all tires inflation pressures are correct.
- VERIFY all tires and wheels are the same.
- CHECK tire tread wear to see if there is more than 1.6 mm (0.062 in) or 2/32 inch difference in tread wear between front and rear. INTERCHANGE one front wheel and one rear wheel. ROAD TEST again.
- CHECK the planetary gears, the bearings, the upper and lower drive sprockets and drive chain for damage. INSTALL new parts as necessary,
- CHECK that the transfer case is filled to the correct level and with the specified fluid.
Possible Sources
- Tire inflation pressure
- Tire and wheel size
- Tire tread wear
- Internal components
- Fluid level
- VERIFY all tires inflation pressures are correct.
Diagnostic steps are not provided for this symptom or DTC. REFER to: Diagnostic Methods