You make some of the best videos I've ever seen. No time wasting, no blabbing on to fill up the time. Make more, about anything. Best videos, for people who are annoyed by the usual YT productions. 👍
This was very helpful. I am a mechanic, but never worked on this system before. My problem is the small shaft is not moving (just a little). From watching your video I will pull her down & check what the problem might be. My Blazer is a 1983 model & I am living in the Philippines, so you see parts may be a problem. I figured this S10 blazer belonged to the military or someone in the military brought it over & thru the years got out in the public. Thanks for your time!
I have a 2000 S10 LS 4x4, front axel won't engage. Thought the TC switch was sticky so already swapped it, transfer case functions but no power transfer to wheel. This is a great video for a guy like me just to open everything up and inspect components.
I've been chasing down a clicking noise in the front end for a while until coming across this video. Hoping to do all the repairs in the next few weeks to get ready for winter. Great video!!!
I’m having a similar problem with my 1999 blazer. I’m going to have to pull the same parts you did. I think I’ve got a bad bearing. Not the actual rear end bearing but one in the axle tube. What’s the name of the parts you replaced?
Great video.You are the only one who made a video showing how to do this and not skip or rush through it like so many other people on here and you also gave us a place to find our parts we need with out having to be on the net for hours and going half blind trying to find the parts.So thanks again.
glad i found this video. it showed me exactly what i need to know.my vacuum pod failed recently and after I replaced it the 4wd quit working again but now makes this grinding and clicking sound. going to tear the diff apart next. thanks for the video! very informative.
Thanks. When i pulled the cv axle out of my zr2 it pulled the inner axle shaft out with it. Changed the seal, didn't bother to look down the tube and ultimately destroyed the thrust washer apon reinstallation. Thanks for showing how it all comes apart and where everything goes.
Curious how much of this I would have to do to drop my oil pan down. I have 2002 Sonoma 4.3L 4WD and I can’t come up with the simplest solution to drop my pan.
You're definitely going to have to remove quite a few things to drop that oil pan. You might have to remove the motor mounts bolts as well so you will be able to jack up the motor for clearance. Thanks for watching.
Great Video. I need to do this and Now I know I can. Wife drove with 4wd on and everything still works except the Front Fork isn't engaging. Im going to assume she stripped the locking collar. Thanks again. And to those with your 4wd control blinking then turning off its more than likely yur Tranfer Case switch motor. You can ground the #13 pin on your OBDII connector and the switch will flash the code. Their are only 4 codes and easy to look up on Google.
Thank You,great video.I had to replace the transfer case switch.The one with the 3 vacuum lines.It was frozen.As you,it is too late and need to do the same.
Awesome video! So detailed and clear that I want to change mine even thouigh it doesn't need it :-). When you were removing the retainer clip (around 15:30) using that orange handled awl, I was afraid that nat any moment it might slip and go into your hand... but it didn't. You obviously know what you're doing and do it well- with gloves on, no less! Thanks for the effort to make this great vid!
Hi my 96 blazer grinds from the front right wheel but when I engage 4wd it stops…. Think it’s the gears inside not disengaging? Replaced cable, actuator all is working as it should….
That sounds like that maybe your issue. I would lift it to see if I can visually see or hear where the noise is exactly coming from when the wheels are turning.
So does that washer inside fit differently on different cars? Mine was sitting inside different then yours was…. Was debating on putting it back like yours was or mine….
The way I installed the washer on my was how it was from the factory. The 4x4 worked great after I finished fixing it. I'm not sure if it was installed differently. It would be very weird if it was.
Great tutorial ❤. Thanks for all the details.🎉🎉 where did you find or bought all the part you replace and under what name? Thank you very much. Keep up the good work sir.
Hi Yak South SC, Unfortunately, it's nearly impossible to find the Front Drive Axle Clutch sleeve in the aftermarket world. Trust me, I searched high and low trying to find the best deal. Thanks for watching!
Here are some links to the part.... cmgearworks.com/product/gm-chevy-s10-7-25ifs-slider-slide-collar-4x4-front-axle-7-25/ www.jimellisbuickgmcmogparts.com/p/GMC_1999_Sonoma/SLEEVE/53554931/26036092.html
Awesome video man. About to do my 2000 s10 but can't find the spring, shift fork or tube anywhere. Going to replace those also. Guess i have to pay Chevy prices. This video is is going to help alot.
I'm looking into this front differential rebuild kit and I'm finding that the Dorman brand online gets a lot of negative reviews saying the that parts are inferior quality. Has anyone been able to find a better kit?
Hi, I am pretty sure you can find an GM OEM set on here (link below). However, you may have to buy the pieces individually. www.gmpartsdirect.com/search?search_str=FRONT+differential+carrier+gear+kit
@@TerenceDIY thank you for the response. I have recently replaced my transfer case vacuum switch because this noise was going on while in 2wd. I haven't had the noise since and not in 4x4. Wasn't sure how damaged it was.
Thank You ! I had to disengage the cable to the vacuum pod under the battery after installing a new Pod , cable and the transfer case vacuum switch, It would stop grinding in 2WD so.... My guess is that I need the rebuild too. ( a bit over my skill level I think)
Great video! I'm doing this to my '98 Blazer today. Parts store didn't have the carrier gear sleeve-it being forged metal I'm hoping it's still good but they said they would try ordering and see if they could get it. I hope I can get it all done today, got to have it to get to work tomorrow!
Sorry for not communicating what I was doing. This and a few others were a learning process for me as far as the best way to get the content out knowing that everyone doesn't speak English.
This is a great video. I have just made one explaining how to ditch the electric shift motor on the transfer case on my 99 Blazer. Its called (Fix GM electric 4x4 permanently & CHEAP) It will show you a dirt simple way to save $hundreds$ of $dollars$ on shifting you transfer case into and out of its ranges. Its free information and I want all the people like me who have been stranded because of this overly complicated GM Junktronic. Not that the vehicle is junk but the electric shift is. Anyway hopefully my idea will save people thousands of dollars and for most make their 4x4 totally dependable.
Ho Warren Lippencott, I am SO sorry for the delayed response. I haven't received a notification or an email regarding comments since Aug 5th! I can't believe my comments stopped working. TH-cam finally partially fixed the issue. I am glad my video helped you. Thanks for watching!
At 12:14 that gear that has the “claw / pincher” around it appears to be the gear that is moved right and left to engage 4WD. All my gears fell out when I took this apart. Which way does that gear go back in? It has a flat side to it and I don’t know if that faces differential housing or towards passenger side. Thanks!
@@TerenceDIY The most God awful part if having everything back together and not being able to get the damn cable to click into the spring clip. OMG! No way I can pre-attach cable and lift the entire assembly up and hope to mate all the gears. And you'd have silicone gasket crap all over everything.
Hey all, I'm curious if I can change the outer axle seal without taking the whole assembly off. The inner axle is still "in the way" in the hole, so I'm not sure how to get leverage on the seal to pull it off. Any tips would be greatly appreciated!
The Yukon is similar, however, this is geared toward the smaller SUV's and pickups. As far as the play in your axle shaft, I would have to look at it to figure out the issue.
I am very sorry for the delayed response. I have been working on a short documentary for the last month. Please look at the description box. I list every part and where to find them at. Thank you.
I am sorry Joseph. I misinterpreted your question. If I had the truck still, I would happily do the video for you. Let me look into my 1999 Tahoe to see if the setup is the same. If so, I will do a video on it. Once again, I apologize.
Do you have to pull the shaft out like this to replace the rubber seal on the actuator shaft, or is it replaceable by only removing the actuator cable housing? I have a leak coming from that seal.
Hi rob27926, sorry for the late response. We are currently moving so I have been off the channel for a while. Unfortunately, you may have to remove the shaft to replace that seal. However, I am not 99 percent sure because I don't have the Sonoma anymore and I posted this some time ago. Thanks,
New question. Hope you're still checking comments I know this video is from a long time ago. I followed your instructions to a T. I have everything assembled just like you said, new sleeve and gear, thrust washers, clips. They cost a pretty penny. When I get to the part 29:48 in the video where you mate it to the differential mine won't bottom out. It won't seat fully. Something is preventing it from seating all the way. This is driving me nuts :) I though I was almost done :(
@@TerenceDIY Yes! :) I had the wheels turned all the way. I straightened them out. I started the engine for just a second whatever it was I did that seemed to put everything back into place :) It is seated and I'm headed for the finish line :) Thanks for the reply! :)
Thanks for your response and "good luck". Question if I may ask: My actuator cable is fine. 4 wheel drive did work some months ago (just purchased 2000 S10 truck, great condition) then stopped, no grinding, no noises. Pulled cable from actuator (vacuum line disappeared, gone from actuator. Burned through touching exhaust pipe and think tire ran it over and pulled it off). I made a split sleeve, pulled cable to full extension, hose clamped it and nothing. I can spin front drive shaft freely. I am waiting for differential kit to come. Does this sound like the problem or am I going to waist time with what you did in your video? Appreciate any insight. Thanks in advance.
Hi Keith, I highly doubt you have the same issue as me. Mine grinded for quite a while before it completely stopped working. When you press the 4-wheel drive button, does the light continuously blink or does it function properly? Also, it's funny that you are mentioning this, because my 99 Tahoe just did the same thing. The four wheel drive stopped working out of nowhere. I believe I snapped an axle. I won't be able to tell for sure until I get under it in a few days but I am almost positive. If one of the axles are snapped, the other one will not function in which will disable the 4-wheel drive. Also, is there anyway you can see if your front drive shaft engages when you press the 4-wheel drive button? That will help a lot if I knew this. I'm just trying to rule out if you are having an issue at the transfer case. Thanks, Terence
@@TerenceDIY thanks again for getting back so quick as I'm spending all kinds of money getting prepared for this little venture. This switch was non-functional and it was a strange thing because it was a contact issue where I would need a special tool to push the pins through or possibly a cold solder joint. What corrected the problem was ever so light pressure on the back plate of the four wheel drive switch so I drilled a clearance hole and a small tap hole and put a wood screw through and just put pressure on it and it's been fine. Typical backyard mechanic. You can hear very clearly four wheel High and four wheel low when you push the button the relay works on the passenger side and you can feel the engagement of the transfer case. That was the first thing I checked. with it in two-wheel drive I can freely spend the front axle excuse me front drive shaft when I engage in four wheel low or high it locks that short front drive shaft. When I pull the actuator cable to its fullest and lock it there's nothing the drive shaft does not engage. I never heard anything snap or go nuts and I'm kind of new to the four-wheel drive stuff as far as repair. I'm an air-cooled VW past Motorhead as I had a machine shop and clearance the case with the program I wrote for 2174 160 horsepower 71 Super beetle, show car and was right on the edge of buying a Pauter short block for 14,000 that would produce 350 horsepower but a lot of mods to the already finished car had to be done and divorce happened. That's a lot of personal information but that's my background mechanically and I race quarter midgets and have my hand on many tractor engines diesel. So I don't know what I'm going to find when I finally get into this the last thing on my list and having some tight financial issues is that beautiful tool you used right angle impact wrench or maybe just a wrench as I can snap them loose and then use it to get the screws out better in difficult area. Again thanks this was lengthy thanks for taking the time to read and answering my questions you've been a great help.
Hey Terence. Finally a great day in PA for this job. Started late, work, but I'm hung up. Can't seem to get the clearance to pull the splined axle out completely out of the wheel bearing. Took the tie rod off still not enough. Upper ball joint & control arm were replaced few months back & only drivers side lower ball joint. My mechanic said it was a bear. Is my only option now to remove passenger side lower ball joint? Am i missing something? Can the axle tube be removed to try and gain some clearance? Appreciate your help. Thanks
@@TerenceDIY Hello & literally just ,"FINISHED"!! Upper, lower ball joints, tie rod, brake caliper and just for the hell of it the shock at the bottom only. My eBay Milwaukee impact wrench was a little lame but it managed to get things apart. It's all back together the four wheel drive gear was torn up but now it engages and I'm waiting for the posi lock kit to come cuz I'm not doing that vacuum stuff anymore! I started at 9:00 it's after 3:00 it's about 1 2° out and I can feel my 61 year old knees. Thanks for getting back it is a bit of a job but I'm getting more familiar with my vehicle. Take care of my friend.
Hi MontanaMuzach, I don't the truck will run properly if you do that. Not only will you get all sorts of trouble codes, but there will be an imbalance within the drivetrain.Thanks, Terence
I asked because my 4wd was engaged, I didn't know it, and drove 100 miles on the highway before hearing a bang. Not sure if the diff is toast or what. Makes bad noises now, and the shaft from the t case to the front diff spins freely. I don't drive it now, but hoping for a cheap, less labor intensive way to get it back on the road and don't really need 4wd.
Hi, below is the link to the fluid that I would use... Once you drain it, you will need about 2.4 quarts to refill it. shop.advanceautoparts.com/p/gm-auto-trak-ii-transfer-case-fluid-338-oz-10-4017/10628688-p?c3ch=PLA&c3nid=10628688-P&adtype=pla&product_channel=online&store_code=&gclid=CjwKCAiA5o3vBRBUEiwA9PVzar9XTdKWGJrHklXwX8KfZh8Hkcb268mSrq8Zks3avlPMOCR07yH0NxoCexYQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds
Does the grinding sound like it coming from the cv axle when applying gas hard because I was thinking coming from their but it sound like this is the issue but not sure and what the total price for the parts
Hi Sam, sorry for the late reply. The grinding does sound like it is coming from that area. And, most likely it is (common issue). As far as parts, this was some time ago however, I believe I managed to get them for a little over $100. Thanks for watching!
Hi, I list the part numbers and where I found them in the description box. Let me know if you were able to find them. If not, I will find them for you. Thanks, Terence
could you please leave a link for the kit you bought? having the same issues with my truck, and need to do this. but i cannot find a kit that has all same parts, as well ones i have come with other gears, or are only bearing/seals kits... thanks in advance.
This was the perfect vid .. It is also the steps needed to remove the oil pan .. The whole axle must be removed including the diff.. By removing the center link (a must) and the oil pan is easy from there
what kind of grinding noise does it make my switch quit working it not in 4x4 but their is a grinding noise when try to go forward sounds like small grinding if that makes any sense help
Hi Daniel, the grinding sound is from the worn down gear not able to engage. It sounds like metal binding together and you'll hear some clicking at times. It's really difficult to explain, but you can definitely tell the gears are grinding.
Hi Matthew Hodge, I know this is a very late response and I do apologize about that, but I used RTV Permatex Blue Silicon. Any color gasket maker would work. Once again, sorry for the late reply. I've been working on a short documentary about health for a while and I will be uploading to the channel soon. Thank you.
Hi Clinton, Sorry for the late response. I am in the midst of a privacy fence build that I am filming so I have been very busy. Differential Carrier Gear Kit 600-561 (make sure it has the sleeve!) Thanks for watching!
Hi Orlando, if your truck is experiencing this issue, the 4 wheel drive will not engage. You can hear it clearly trying as the gears are grinding, but the front wheels will not move. Thanks for watching!
Or just get rid of all that and put a bravada or astro van axle and axle tube in. This does not apply to the bravada they were all wheel drive and had a one piece axle.
our 4wd sucks since years- no big deal as we dont really need it- the "service 4wd " lights go on from time to time- always ignore it- BUT since some weeks- spec. in right corners- and spec. when reversing- theres an awful grinding noise like the 4wd is engaging !?? when turning straight or left - its gone!?- tips?? 2000 s10
You make some of the best videos I've ever seen. No time wasting, no blabbing on to fill up the time. Make more, about anything. Best videos, for people who are annoyed by the usual YT productions. 👍
Thank you from the bottom of my heart and thank you so much for watching!
Will this kit work for a 96 gmc sonoma 4.3 4x4? And whats the part number ?
This was very helpful. I am a mechanic, but never worked on this system before. My problem is the small shaft is not moving (just a little). From watching your video I will pull her down & check what the problem might be. My Blazer is a 1983 model & I am living in the Philippines, so you see parts may be a problem. I figured this S10 blazer belonged to the military or someone in the military brought it over & thru the years got out in the public. Thanks for your time!
I have a 2000 S10 LS 4x4, front axel won't engage. Thought the TC switch was sticky so already swapped it, transfer case functions but no power transfer to wheel. This is a great video for a guy like me just to open everything up and inspect components.
I've been chasing down a clicking noise in the front end for a while until coming across this video. Hoping to do all the repairs in the next few weeks to get ready for winter. Great video!!!
Great job I think you made the best video you didn't take all the break parts and loose to pull the hub that's a good job right there
Thanks Dan and thanks for watching.
I’m having a similar problem with my 1999 blazer. I’m going to have to pull the same parts you did. I think I’ve got a bad bearing. Not the actual rear end bearing but one in the axle tube. What’s the name of the parts you replaced?
Hi, the parts are in the description box. Thanks for watching.
Great video.You are the only one who made a video showing how to do this and not skip or rush through it like so many other people on here and you also gave us a place to find our parts we need with out having to be on the net for hours and going half blind trying to find the parts.So thanks again.
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glad i found this video. it showed me exactly what i need to know.my vacuum pod failed recently and after I replaced it the 4wd quit working again but now makes this grinding and clicking sound. going to tear the diff apart next. thanks for the video! very informative.
You're very welcome, William. Good luck with the job.
Thanks. When i pulled the cv axle out of my zr2 it pulled the inner axle shaft out with it. Changed the seal, didn't bother to look down the tube and ultimately destroyed the thrust washer apon reinstallation. Thanks for showing how it all comes apart and where everything goes.
You're very welcome.
I'm confused on what way the thrust spacers go. Any help or tips you can share? Thanks in advance
Curious how much of this I would have to do to drop my oil pan down. I have 2002 Sonoma 4.3L 4WD and I can’t come up with the simplest solution to drop my pan.
You're definitely going to have to remove quite a few things to drop that oil pan. You might have to remove the motor mounts bolts as well so you will be able to jack up the motor for clearance. Thanks for watching.
@@TerenceDIYHoo boy. And with no oil pan, I wonder where the jack point is to lift engine? Oh, this is frustrating 😂
The only for sure way to lift it would be to use a hoist. However, I have seen guys use blocks under the crankshaft pulley and jacked it up there.
I wish there was sound but hey - it's exactly what I was looking for! Thanks!
Great Video. I need to do this and Now I know I can. Wife drove with 4wd on and everything still works except the Front Fork isn't engaging. Im going to assume she stripped the locking collar. Thanks again. And to those with your 4wd control blinking then turning off its more than likely yur Tranfer Case switch motor. You can ground the #13 pin on your OBDII connector and the switch will flash the code. Their are only 4 codes and easy to look up on Google.
Thank You,great video.I had to replace the transfer case switch.The one with the 3 vacuum lines.It was frozen.As you,it is too late and need to do the same.
Thanks dude! The only helpful video I could find for a proper removal, as my cv axle was pulled in half at the rear boot. 👍
Awesome video! So detailed and clear that I want to change mine even thouigh it doesn't need it :-). When you were removing the retainer clip (around 15:30) using that orange handled awl, I was afraid that nat any moment it might slip and go into your hand... but it didn't. You obviously know what you're doing and do it well- with gloves on, no less! Thanks for the effort to make this great vid!
Thank you very much, Skip L.
Hi my 96 blazer grinds from the front right wheel but when I engage 4wd it stops…. Think it’s the gears inside not disengaging? Replaced cable, actuator all is working as it should….
That sounds like that maybe your issue. I would lift it to see if I can visually see or hear where the noise is exactly coming from when the wheels are turning.
So does that washer inside fit differently on different cars? Mine was sitting inside different then yours was…. Was debating on putting it back like yours was or mine….
The way I installed the washer on my was how it was from the factory. The 4x4 worked great after I finished fixing it. I'm not sure if it was installed differently. It would be very weird if it was.
good vid. good job with the camera angles and descriptions. very helpful
Thank you.
Great video. I've got a grinding noise in the gear so I'll be changing it out. This gives me confidence to tackle it. Thanks!
Great tutorial ❤. Thanks for all the details.🎉🎉 where did you find or bought all the part you replace and under what name? Thank you very much. Keep up the good work sir.
Thank you sooo much. I listed all of the parts and where I found them in the description box.
Great video! Seriously the best one I've seen. Keep up the good video making.
Awesome repair video. The dang sleeve costs more than the whole kit but I can’t find it aftermarket anywhere.
Hi Yak South SC, Unfortunately, it's nearly impossible to find the Front Drive Axle Clutch sleeve in the aftermarket world. Trust me, I searched high and low trying to find the best deal. Thanks for watching!
good job.
i m from brazil...and here is chevy s10. mwm 2.8 diesel or gm 2.2.
Thank you and thanks for watching!
Great step by step. Thank you. Just not looking forward to the BY mechanic in the cold weather.
Thanks Keith. Good luck with the job when you decide to do it. Thanks for watching!
What is the name of the sleeve that the kit you mentioned in the description doesn’t come with that you have to get from gm
Is it the - Front drive axle clutch sleeve 26036092-?
Here are some links to the part....
cmgearworks.com/product/gm-chevy-s10-7-25ifs-slider-slide-collar-4x4-front-axle-7-25/
www.jimellisbuickgmcmogparts.com/p/GMC_1999_Sonoma/SLEEVE/53554931/26036092.html
Put the washer back in same placement as yours? (3 point) or how it was when I pulled my own? And why is it significant?
Hi Daxton, I don't think it's of any significance. You can go back with how yours came out. Thanks for watching!
Lots of work.
Thanks for the video, helped a lot with my work. If your undo the lower shock mount makes it easier to get the axle out.
Great video it helped me better understand how it works and pinpoint what might be wrong with mine thanks a million.
Great video I’m about to change the cv axel on my bravada I went to the junk yard to pick up the piece 😎 wish me luck
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Really good video showing good detail.
Excellent repair job and camera work. Exactly what I needed. Thanks!
Awesome video man. About to do my 2000 s10 but can't find the spring, shift fork or tube anywhere. Going to replace those also. Guess i have to pay Chevy prices. This video is is going to help alot.
I'm looking into this front differential rebuild kit and I'm finding that the Dorman brand online gets a lot of negative reviews saying the that parts are inferior quality. Has anyone been able to find a better kit?
Hi, I am pretty sure you can find an GM OEM set on here (link below). However, you may have to buy the pieces individually.
www.gmpartsdirect.com/search?search_str=FRONT+differential+carrier+gear+kit
@@TerenceDIY thank you for your video once again. Are there any noticable symptoms of these gears are washers going bad?
@@mattyt531 Absolutely! you can hear the gear grinding and clicking while in four wheel drive. It's extremely noticeable.
@@TerenceDIY thank you for the response. I have recently replaced my transfer case vacuum switch because this noise was going on while in 2wd. I haven't had the noise since and not in 4x4. Wasn't sure how damaged it was.
Thank You ! I had to disengage the cable to the vacuum pod under the battery after installing a new Pod , cable and the transfer case vacuum switch, It would stop grinding in 2WD so....
My guess is that I need the rebuild too. ( a bit over my skill level I think)
Great video! I'm doing this to my '98 Blazer today. Parts store didn't have the carrier gear sleeve-it being forged metal I'm hoping it's still good but they said they would try ordering and see if they could get it. I hope I can get it all done today, got to have it to get to work tomorrow!
Thanks for the video. It helped to see and plan for other things I need done.
You're very welcome. Thanks for watching!
Yes I hope he would talk as he did it. It's a good video but it would of been a great video if he would talk on what he was doing as he did it
Sorry for not communicating what I was doing. This and a few others were a learning process for me as far as the best way to get the content out knowing that everyone doesn't speak English.
That second axle shaft bolt was a total pain in the ass. Could barely get a wrench on it. Got it though. ;)
I know this is a 7 year old video but why didn't you break the lower ball joint/ tie rod end out to remove the axle ?
If my memory serves me correct, I believe I was able to do it without removing the tie rod/ball joint. Thank youy SO much for watching.
best video on this i have seen . thanks .
You need me there getting the tools for ya
Hi Debra Trawick! Lol. Sure could have used help then. Thanks for watching.
This is a great video. I have just made one explaining how to ditch the electric shift motor on the transfer case on my 99 Blazer. Its called (Fix GM electric 4x4 permanently & CHEAP) It will show you a dirt simple way to save $hundreds$ of $dollars$ on shifting you transfer case into and out of its ranges. Its free information and I want all the people like me who have been stranded because of this overly complicated GM Junktronic. Not that the vehicle is junk but the electric shift is. Anyway hopefully my idea will save people thousands of dollars and for most make their 4x4 totally dependable.
My question is I have a 86 Chevy Blazer s10 and the differential is leaking what would maybe be causing the leak
Thanks man this really helped me fix my 4x4!
Ho Warren Lippencott, I am SO sorry for the delayed response. I haven't received a notification or an email regarding comments since Aug 5th! I can't believe my comments stopped working. TH-cam finally partially fixed the issue. I am glad my video helped you. Thanks for watching!
At 12:14 that gear that has the “claw / pincher” around it appears to be the gear that is moved right and left to engage 4WD. All my gears fell out when I took this apart. Which way does that gear go back in? It has a flat side to it and I don’t know if that faces differential housing or towards passenger side. Thanks!
Looks like it’s flat side towards driver side.
Yep. At 21:36 I show the assembly.
@@TerenceDIY The most God awful part if having everything back together and not being able to get the damn cable to click into the spring clip. OMG! No way I can pre-attach cable and lift the entire assembly up and hope to mate all the gears. And you'd have silicone gasket crap all over everything.
Hey all, I'm curious if I can change the outer axle seal without taking the whole assembly off. The inner axle is still "in the way" in the hole, so I'm not sure how to get leverage on the seal to pull it off. Any tips would be greatly appreciated!
I need help I have the same problem with my 2000 blazer but it has a 6 inch lift on it, do I have to do anything with the suspension lift bar?
Very well done video.
Is that for a 1994 GMC Yukon?
My axle shaft has play, can slid in and out, what needs to be replaced?
The Yukon is similar, however, this is geared toward the smaller SUV's and pickups. As far as the play in your axle shaft, I would have to look at it to figure out the issue.
now i already know whats is the problem with my sonoma
Verry helpful video man, good job.
I am very sorry for the delayed response. I have been working on a short documentary for the last month. Please look at the description box. I list every part and where to find them at. Thank you.
Could you cover the bad actuator vacuum switch? Thanks!
Hi Joseph, I wouldn't advise to do that. Thanks for watching!
@@TerenceDIY LOL, that made me laugh, I meant could you do a video on how to replace the bad actuator vacuum switch.?
I am sorry Joseph. I misinterpreted your question. If I had the truck still, I would happily do the video for you. Let me look into my 1999 Tahoe to see if the setup is the same. If so, I will do a video on it. Once again, I apologize.
Do you have to pull the shaft out like this to replace the rubber seal on the actuator shaft, or is it replaceable by only removing the actuator cable housing? I have a leak coming from that seal.
Hi rob27926, sorry for the late response. We are currently moving so I have been off the channel for a while. Unfortunately, you may have to remove the shaft to replace that seal. However, I am not 99 percent sure because I don't have the Sonoma anymore and I posted this some time ago. Thanks,
New question. Hope you're still checking comments I know this video is from a long time ago. I followed your instructions to a T. I have everything assembled just like you said, new sleeve and gear, thrust washers, clips. They cost a pretty penny. When I get to the part 29:48 in the video where you mate it to the differential mine won't bottom out. It won't seat fully. Something is preventing it from seating all the way. This is driving me nuts :) I though I was almost done :(
Hi Jay, were you able to get it to seat??
@@TerenceDIY Yes! :) I had the wheels turned all the way. I straightened them out. I started the engine for just a second whatever it was I did that seemed to put everything back into place :) It is seated and I'm headed for the finish line :) Thanks for the reply! :)
@@jayb9687 that's awesome!!
Love the video bro. Helped me save some cash. That music at the beginning was good. You make that?
I am glad my video helped you, Donnie. The music in this video is from TH-cam playlist. Thanks for watching!
Buen video amigo! , saludos de Argentina
Great Video, Thanks for posting
Thank you very much, Kevin. I am glad I can help.
I need help, what way are the thrust spacers supposed to face?
Thanks for your response and "good luck". Question if I may ask: My actuator cable is fine. 4 wheel drive did work some months ago (just purchased 2000 S10 truck, great condition) then stopped, no grinding, no noises. Pulled cable from actuator (vacuum line disappeared, gone from actuator. Burned through touching exhaust pipe and think tire ran it over and pulled it off). I made a split sleeve, pulled cable to full extension, hose clamped it and nothing. I can spin front drive shaft freely. I am waiting for differential kit to come. Does this sound like the problem or am I going to waist time with what you did in your video? Appreciate any insight. Thanks in advance.
Hi Keith, I highly doubt you have the same issue as me. Mine grinded for quite a while before it completely stopped working. When you press the 4-wheel drive button, does the light continuously blink or does it function properly? Also, it's funny that you are mentioning this, because my 99 Tahoe just did the same thing. The four wheel drive stopped working out of nowhere. I believe I snapped an axle. I won't be able to tell for sure until I get under it in a few days but I am almost positive. If one of the axles are snapped, the other one will not function in which will disable the 4-wheel drive. Also, is there anyway you can see if your front drive shaft engages when you press the 4-wheel drive button? That will help a lot if I knew this. I'm just trying to rule out if you are having an issue at the transfer case. Thanks, Terence
@@TerenceDIY thanks again for getting back so quick as I'm spending all kinds of money getting prepared for this little venture. This switch was non-functional and it was a strange thing because it was a contact issue where I would need a special tool to push the pins through or possibly a cold solder joint. What corrected the problem was ever so light pressure on the back plate of the four wheel drive switch so I drilled a clearance hole and a small tap hole and put a wood screw through and just put pressure on it and it's been fine. Typical backyard mechanic. You can hear very clearly four wheel High and four wheel low when you push the button the relay works on the passenger side and you can feel the engagement of the transfer case. That was the first thing I checked. with it in two-wheel drive I can freely spend the front axle excuse me front drive shaft when I engage in four wheel low or high it locks that short front drive shaft. When I pull the actuator cable to its fullest and lock it there's nothing the drive shaft does not engage. I never heard anything snap or go nuts and I'm kind of new to the four-wheel drive stuff as far as repair. I'm an air-cooled VW past Motorhead as I had a machine shop and clearance the case with the program I wrote for 2174 160 horsepower 71 Super beetle, show car and was right on the edge of buying a Pauter short block for 14,000 that would produce 350 horsepower but a lot of mods to the already finished car had to be done and divorce happened. That's a lot of personal information but that's my background mechanically and I race quarter midgets and have my hand on many tractor engines diesel. So I don't know what I'm going to find when I finally get into this the last thing on my list and having some tight financial issues is that beautiful tool you used right angle impact wrench or maybe just a wrench as I can snap them loose and then use it to get the screws out better in difficult area. Again thanks this was lengthy thanks for taking the time to read and answering my questions you've been a great help.
Hey Terence. Finally a great day in PA for this job. Started late, work, but I'm hung up. Can't seem to get the clearance to pull the splined axle out completely out of the wheel bearing. Took the tie rod off still not enough. Upper ball joint & control arm were replaced few months back & only drivers side lower ball joint. My mechanic said it was a bear. Is my only option now to remove passenger side lower ball joint? Am i missing something? Can the axle tube be removed to try and gain some clearance? Appreciate your help. Thanks
Hi Keith, did you remove the passenger side upper ball joint? Please let me know. Thanks,
@@TerenceDIY Hello & literally just ,"FINISHED"!!
Upper, lower ball joints, tie rod, brake caliper and just for the hell of it the shock at the bottom only. My eBay Milwaukee impact wrench was a little lame but it managed to get things apart. It's all back together the four wheel drive gear was torn up but now it engages and I'm waiting for the posi lock kit to come cuz I'm not doing that vacuum stuff anymore! I started at 9:00 it's after 3:00 it's about 1 2° out and I can feel my 61 year old knees. Thanks for getting back it is a bit of a job but I'm getting more familiar with my vehicle. Take care of my friend.
The shaft on mine isn't straight I can't connect my cv axle to it
What year is your Blazer?
@@TerenceDIY 2003 crew cab
Thank you for the video!!
You're very welcome.
Can I just remove the axles and run it permanently in 2wd, or do they hold the hub assembly together?
Hi MontanaMuzach, I don't the truck will run properly if you do that. Not only will you get all sorts of trouble codes, but there will be an imbalance within the drivetrain.Thanks, Terence
I asked because my 4wd was engaged, I didn't know it, and drove 100 miles on the highway before hearing a bang. Not sure if the diff is toast or what. Makes bad noises now, and the shaft from the t case to the front diff spins freely. I don't drive it now, but hoping for a cheap, less labor intensive way to get it back on the road and don't really need 4wd.
What fluid would you put back into your transfer case?
Hi, below is the link to the fluid that I would use... Once you drain it, you will need about 2.4 quarts to refill it.
shop.advanceautoparts.com/p/gm-auto-trak-ii-transfer-case-fluid-338-oz-10-4017/10628688-p?c3ch=PLA&c3nid=10628688-P&adtype=pla&product_channel=online&store_code=&gclid=CjwKCAiA5o3vBRBUEiwA9PVzar9XTdKWGJrHklXwX8KfZh8Hkcb268mSrq8Zks3avlPMOCR07yH0NxoCexYQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds
Does the grinding sound like it coming from the cv axle when applying gas hard because I was thinking coming from their but it sound like this is the issue but not sure and what the total price for the parts
Hi Sam, sorry for the late reply. The grinding does sound like it is coming from that area. And, most likely it is (common issue). As far as parts, this was some time ago however, I believe I managed to get them for a little over $100. Thanks for watching!
Terence's TH-cam thank would be the same as changing the front differential?
Hi Sam, changing the front differential requires a lot more work. This only requires moving certain parts to change the worn parts. Thanks,
Where can you get the repair kit?
Hi, I list the part numbers and where I found them in the description box. Let me know if you were able to find them. If not, I will find them for you. Thanks, Terence
Muchas gracias por el video me ayudo mucho, thanks!
Awsome video good job
mi respeto mi estinado en la mecanica
Gracias.
Hi Terence, awesome video man! 😃 I have a question, what kind of oil should I use to refill?
Hi Gerardo, 75w-90 full synthetic. Thanks for watching!
thank you for the knowledge that you put in your videos! Awesome man!
Nice video.
Where's the sound??
Thanks. I used the TH-cam music when I recorded this video. I should have just narrated it. Sorry.
could you please leave a link for the kit you bought? having the same issues with my truck, and need to do this. but i cannot find a kit that has all same parts, as well ones i have come with other gears, or are only bearing/seals kits... thanks in advance.
This was the perfect vid .. It is also the steps needed to remove the oil pan .. The whole axle must be removed including the diff.. By removing the center link (a must) and the oil pan is easy from there
Gear Kit 600-561
what kind of grinding noise does it make my switch quit working it not in 4x4 but their is a grinding noise when try to go forward sounds like small grinding if that makes any sense help
Hi Daniel, the grinding sound is from the worn down gear not able to engage. It sounds like metal binding together and you'll hear some clicking at times. It's really difficult to explain, but you can definitely tell the gears are grinding.
the coupler that slides to the gear that was damaged is not included in dorman kit. Where did you buy that?
I bought it at GM parts East. Thank you.
Awesome! Great Video!
Wait, if I'm only replacing the cv axle am I done at the 6:00 point? Trying to get this replaced and this video is pretty long. Lol
May be a dumb question but what kind of sealant/gasket glue did you use?
Hi Matthew Hodge, I know this is a very late response and I do apologize about that, but I used RTV Permatex Blue Silicon. Any color gasket maker would work. Once again, sorry for the late reply. I've been working on a short documentary about health for a while and I will be uploading to the channel soon. Thank you.
Terence's TH-cam its no problem. Thank you for your response and thank you for your video, it was very helpful in rebuilding my front differential.
You're very welcome, Matthew Hodge. Have a wonderful year!
I was able to find the separate parts on the GM parts site.I was unable to find the kit on e-bay. Anybody have the link on it.
Gear Kit 600-561
What are the gaskets and gears called, so I can order parts?
Hi Clinton, Sorry for the late response. I am in the midst of a privacy fence build that I am filming so I have been very busy. Differential Carrier Gear Kit 600-561 (make sure it has the sleeve!) Thanks for watching!
Where did u get the parts at i cant find them
How do u know when this is the issue with the 4 wheel drive
Hi Orlando, if your truck is experiencing this issue, the 4 wheel drive will not engage. You can hear it clearly trying as the gears are grinding, but the front wheels will not move. Thanks for watching!
thanks nice video!!
Good Video
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Thank you.
Do a video on a s10 zr2 front derailleur
where can i buy that spring that holds the cable in place i tryed at the chevy place but they dont show it mine is weak cable keeps slipping out
Hi Rufus, I can't find it online either. You may have to go to a salvage yard to find it. Or find the piece used on eBay.
in regards to last question its on a 99zr2
The audio cuts out after about 10 minutes. Anyone else hear that?
Or just get rid of all that and put a bravada or astro van axle and axle tube in. This does not apply to the bravada they were all wheel drive and had a one piece axle.
4w drive will not engage when you hit the button the 4w and 4w low light will blind then it will go back to 2w
Maybe dry rotted vacuum line.
our 4wd sucks since years- no big deal as we dont really need it- the "service 4wd " lights go on from time to time- always ignore it- BUT since some weeks- spec. in right corners- and spec. when reversing- theres an awful grinding noise like the 4wd is engaging !?? when turning straight or left - its gone!?- tips?? 2000 s10
Hi Izom, it sounds like the gears are worn in the transfer case or a bad axle. It's hard for me to tell since I can't hear the noise in person.
I think you can edit about 30 miniutes off this video..too much of still video otherwisevits good..
Sorry for the lengthy video. I am only here to help. Thanks for watching.
shame the audio quits in this video.
Sorry about that, James. Thanks for watching!
@@TerenceDIY video looks good, I was just disappointed not being able to hear it. wasn't meant to sound bad just wanted the narrative.
No problem, James! Thanks again for watching!
Why no sound your videos would great if you talked instead of the captions! Bye
Hi Alexis, this is an older video. I talk through all of them now. Thanks for the advice.
No sound
The music is annoying
I agree. Sorry.