Test Description
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The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.
- 2: This step tests the electrical function of the front axle actuator and helps determine mechanical and electrical malfunctions.
- 3: This step tests for proper voltage and ground at the front axle actuator.
- 4: This step tests the operation of the front axle actuator control circuit.
- 5: This step tests the electrical function of the front axle actuator control circuit.
- 6: This step tests for proper supply voltage to the front axle actuator.
- 7: This step tests for open fuse in the ignition 3 voltage circuit.
- 8: This step tests the front axle actuator control circuit for an open or high resistance.
- 9: This step tests the front axle actuator signal circuit for an open or high resistance.
- 10: This step helps determine if the front axle actuator has a mechanical malfunction.
- 11: This step tests the front axle switch circuit for a short to voltage.
- 12: This step inspects the front axle for a mechanical malfunction.
Front Axle Will Not Disengage
| Step | Action | Values | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Schematic Reference: Transfer Case Control Schematics Connector End View Reference: Transfer Case Control Connector End Views |
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| 1 | Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle? | - | Go to Step 2 | Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle |
| 2 |
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- | Go to Step 10 | Go to Step 3 |
| 3 |
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11-13 V | Go to Step 4 | Go to Step 6 |
| 4 |
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- | Go to Step 5 | Go to Step 8 |
| 5 |
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- | Go to Step 15 | Go to Step 9 |
| 6 | Measure the voltage between the ignition 3 voltage circuit and ground. Is the voltage reading within the specified values? |
11-13 V | Go to Step 13 | Go to Step 7 |
| 7 | Test for an open fuse in the front axle feed circuit. Refer to Testing for Continuity
and Wiring Repairs
. Did you find and correct the condition? |
- | Go to Step 17 | Go to Step 14 |
| 8 | Test the front axle control circuit for an open or high resistance. Refer to Testing for Continuity
and Wiring Repairs
. Did you find and correct the condition? |
- | Go to Step 17 | Go to Step 16 |
| 9 | Test the front axle actuator signal circuit for an open or high resistance. Refer to Testing for Continuity
and Wiring Repairs
. Did you find and correct the condition? |
- | Go to Step 17 | Go to Step 16 |
| 10 |
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- | Go to Step 11 | Go to Step 12 |
| 11 | Test the front axle actuator signal circuit for a short to voltage. Refer to Testing for a Short to Voltage
and Wiring Repairs
. Did you find and correct the condition? |
- | Go to Step 17 | Go to Step 16 |
| 12 | Inspect the front axle for a mechanical malfunction. Did you find and correct the condition? |
- | Go to Step 17 | Go to Step 16 |
| 13 | Repair an open in the front axle actuator ground circuit. Refer to Wiring Repairs
. Did you complete the repair? |
- | Go to Step 17 | - |
| 14 | Repair an open in the ignition 3 voltage circuit. Refer to Wiring Repairs
. Did you complete the repair? |
- | Go to Step 17 | - |
| 15 | Replace the front axle switch/actuator. Refer to Actuator Replacement - Front Drive Axle
. Did you complete the repair? |
- | Go to Step 17 | - |
| 16 | Replace the transfer case shift control module. Refer to Control Module References
for replacement, setup, and programming. Perform the clutch reset procedure. Refer to Transfer Case High/Low Clutch Reset . Did you complete the repair? |
- | Go to Step 17 | - |
| 17 |
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- | Go to Step 2 | System OK |