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Test Description

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The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.

  1. 2:  This step tests the electrical function of the front axle actuator and helps determine mechanical and electrical malfunctions.
  2. 3:  This step tests for proper power and ground at the front axle actuator.
  3. 4:  This step tests the operation of the front axle control circuit.
  4. 5:  This step helps determine if the transfer case shift control module is able to monitor the front axle switch.
  5. 6:  This step tests the front axle switch circuit for an open or high resistance.
  6. 7:  This step measures the voltage between the front axle feed circuit and ground.
  7. 8:  This step tests the front axle control circuit for an open or high resistance.
  8. 9:  This step inspects the front axle for a mechanical malfunction.
  9. 10:  This step tests for open fuse in the front axle feed circuit.
Front Axle Will Not Engage

Step Action Values Yes No
Schematic Reference: Transfer Case Control Schematics 
Connector End View Reference: Transfer Case Control Connector End Views 
1 Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Transfer Case? - Go to Step 2  Go to Diagnostic System Check - Transfer Case 
2 
  1. Install a scan tool.
  2. Turn the ignition ON, with the engine OFF.
  3. With a scan tool, command the front axle Unlocked and Locked.
Does the front axle turn ON and OFF with each command?		 - Go to Step 9  Go to Step 3 
3 
  1. Turn the ignition OFF.
  2. Disconnect the front axle actuator.
  3. Turn the ignition ON, with the engine OFF.
  4. Measure the voltage between the ignition 3 voltage circuit and the front axle ground circuit at the front axle actuator.
Is the voltage reading within the specified value?		 11-13 V Go to Step 4  Go to Step 7 
4 
  1. Connect a test lamp between the ignition 3 voltage circuit and the front axle actuator control circuit at the front axle actuator.
  2. Observe the test lamp while using the scan tool in order to engage the front axle.
Does the test lamp illuminate?		 - Go to Step 5  Go to Step 8 
5 
  1. Connect a fused jumper wire between the ignition 3 voltage circuit and the front axle actuator signal circuit.
  2. Use the scan tool in order to read the Front Axle Switch status.
Does the scan tool display the Front Axle Switch status Locked?		 - Go to Step 13  Go to Step 6 
6  Test the front axle actuator signal circuit for an open or high resistance. Refer to Testing for Continuity and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.
Did you find and correct the condition?		 - Go to Step 15  Go to Step 14 
7  Measure the voltage between the ignition 3 voltage circuit and ground.
Is the voltage reading within the specified range?		 9-14 V Go to Step 12  Go to Step 10 
8  Test the front axle control circuit for an open or high resistance. Refer to Testing for Continuity and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.
Did you find and correct the condition?		 - Go to Step 15  Go to Step 14 
9  Inspect the front axle for a mechanical malfunction.
Did you find and correct the condition?		 - Go to Step 15  Go to Step 13 
10  Test for open fuse in the front axle feed circuit. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.
Did you find and correct the condition?		 - Go to Step 15  Go to Step 11 
11 Repair an open in the front axle feed circuit. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.
Did you complete the repair?		 - Go to Step 15  -
12 Repair an open in the front axle ground circuit. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.
Did you complete the repair?		 - Go to Step 15  -
13 Replace the front axle switch/actuator. Refer to Electric Motor Actuator Replacement in Front Drive Axle.
Did you complete the repair?		 - Go to Step 15  -
14 Replace the transfer case shift control module. Refer to Transfer Case Shift Control Module Replacement  and Transfer Case Control Module Reprogramming .
Did you complete the repair?		 - Go to Step 15  -
15
  1. Use the scan tool in order to clear the DTCs.
  2. Operate the vehicle in order to determine if the symptom has been corrected.
Is the symptom still present?		 - Go to Step 2  System OK
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