Pinpoint Test A: Transfer Case Clutch Lock-Up Tests
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- A1: TRANSFER CASE CLUTCH LOCK-UP TEST 1
- The transfer case clutch status can be viewed on the touch screen via the All Surface Information screen.
- When the transfer case clutch is disengaged, the front driveshaft will rotate independently of the rear driveshaft.
- Ensure that the transmission is set to Park.
- Raise the vehicle on a lift so that the wheels are free of the ground.
- Hold one front wheel and attempt to rotate the other front wheel.
Will the front wheel, front halfshaft and the front driveshaft rotate?
- Yes : Transfer case clutch not engaged. GO to A2.
- No : Transfer case clutch not disengaged. Install a new transfer case.
- A2: TRANSFER CASE CLUTCH LOCK-UP TEST 2 NOTE: The transfer case clutch status can be viewed on the touch screen via the All Surface Information screen.
- Ensure that the transmission is set to Park.
- Using the Jaguar Land Rover approved diagnostic equipment, perform routine - Lock Centre Differential.
Is the electric hydraulic pump operation audible?
- Yes : Electric hydraulic pump active. GO to A3.
- No : Electric hydraulic pump inactive. Check the electric hydraulic pump circuit for short circuit to ground, short circuit to power, open circuit, high resistance Repair the wiring harness as necessary.
- A3: TRANSFER CASE CLUTCH LOCK-UP TEST 3 NOTE:
- The transfer case clutch status can be viewed on the touch screen via the All Surface Information screen.
- When the transfer case clutch is engaged, the front driveshaft will not rotate independently of the rear driveshaft.
- Ensure that the transmission is set to Park.
- Raise the vehicle on a lift so that the wheels are free of the ground.
- Using the Jaguar Land Rover approved diagnostic equipment, perform routine - Lock Centre Differential. Hold one front wheel and attempt to rotate the other front wheel.
Will the front wheel, front halfshaft and the front driveshaft rotate?
- Yes : Transfer case clutch not engaged. GO to A4.
- No : Transfer case clutch engaged. Transfer case clutch operating correctly.
- A4: TRANSFER CASE CLUTCH LOCK-UP TEST 4
- Refer to the relevant section of the service information and check the transfer case fluid level.
Is the fluid level correct?
- Yes : Install a new electric hydraulic pump and retest. If the fault persists, install a new transfer case.
- No : Rectify any fluid leaks, adjust the fluid level as necessary and retest. GO to A3.