4x4 makes AWEFUL noise when engaged

brndfrb · #1 (**permalink**) 02-01-2012, 05:48 AM

When I turn the switch to put into 4x4 high or low the front end makes an AWEFUL grinding noises. Very loud too. What could this be? It has auto looking hubs. I have tried it both on auto lock and manual lock. Both do the same thing. Please help

brndfrb · #2 (**permalink**) 02-01-2012, 05:32 PM

Anybody???

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rowcoach · #3 (**permalink**) 02-02-2012, 08:44 AM

Jack up the front end. Lock the hubs 1 at a time and spin the tire by hand and listen. Try both hubs locked also. This should at least narrow it down.

brndfrb · #4 (**permalink**) 02-02-2012, 09:18 AM

Ok I'll try that

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Tree Killer · #5 (**permalink**) 02-04-2012, 01:48 PM

My 89' did that it was the 1st u joint from the transfer case. the big centering one. not fun, i had snow 2 plow. lol

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