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I have to make a second attempt at 4 low every time in my 06 sport with an automatic. It makes a grinding noise the first time when go back into drive so I go back into neutral and try again and it goes fine. I’m always at a dead stop when I engage 4 low
Hard to say what the problem is over the internet. But, I know mine will have the splines not line up to engage 4wd. Probably harder to feel in an auto. But, I would think that letting it roll slightly with the wheel turned while in neutral would get everything lined up while you are shifting from transfer case neutral to 4lo.
Every other video says one of two ways to switch into 4wl. 1 being stopped Jeep in neutral 2 being rolling 1-3 mph. Is either more correct then the other ?
I believe stopped is most correct. The instruction manual will tell you stopped. You occasionally don't get the splines to line up and need to move the vehicle to make that happen.
@@strangeclouds7 you don't want power going to the transfer case when shifting into or out of 4L. So, you want to push the clutch in for those. You can shift between 2H and 4H without touching the clutch. Thanks for watching.
The manual says you should only use it at speeds of 55mph or less. Whether you can or cannot is a different question entirely. I would bet that the parts and pieces in the transfer case moving mechanically faster make engagement more difficult and stressful on the components. Typically, the faster you are moving, the less you need four wheel drive. I don't have any specifically practical on point to better answer your question. Most of the time when I engage 4wd I'm moving relatively slowly. I've left it engaged up to 55 ish and disengaged it after getting there a few times. But, I largely find that the need for 4wd diminishes as I am moving faster.
Sounds like you are not actually out of 4wd. That symptom can ve a sign that the vehicle is still in 4wd. That can be a sign of binding within the system caused by the inability of the front and rear tires to rotate at different speeds. I would check your 4wd shift lever linkage and make sure you are actually in 2wd. Also, a rear locker can cause a similar sort of binding (because the outside and inside tires have to rotate at different speeds around a turn). So, if you have one of those engaged or engaging that could be part of your problem.
Yes, part time means there is no center differential, meaning you don't want to use it on dry pavement or other high traction areas. Some liberties have full time 4wd which has a center diff.
@@ToledoCars what about when I'm going down the road in four wheel High and there is no more snow in front of me and I want to turn it off can I just push the four-wheel drive handle down to two wheel
The manual says 10 mph for my jeep if I remember correctly. That's probably a good idea to stick with. If you need to go faster than that, you can use 4hi or 2hi.
That's no fun. I think you can manipulate the the linkage from under the vehicle on top of the transfer case. That's what I would look into for a temporary fix until you can fix the linkage.
Thank u , I don’t know why I had it in my head the teeth will bite if not in neutral. I have a automatic 2000 . I’d love for u to see it give me some tips .
I just bought a 1999 Jeep Wrangler. Looks just like the one you have but it's an Automatic. The person I bought it from said yank that lever as hard as you can to change gears while in the park to switch the 4WD modes. But I'm watching this video and your doing it so easily XD. Is there something wrong with mine? This my first jeep so I'm kinda clueless XD
So, there is fluid in the transfer case. It probably does need to be changed. The handle and gear lever shouldn't need any lubricant, but I guess it couldn't hurt. I would try in neutral instead of park. If it doesn't slide into gear somewhat easily, move the jeep forward or backwards a few inches while turning and try again. That may solve your problem. The gears need to be able to move slightly to line up correctly, so neutral would be better than park. Hope that helps!
@@ToledoCars One more question. So when I put it in 4WD H. I pull the lever back and when I let it go it moves forward about a couple centimeters. Is it supposed to do that or is that the vehicle putting it back into 2WD?
Dude!!! You killed the explanation. Simple and very informative. Thank you
Happy to help and glad you enjoyed!
Bruh ,,, nothing in 3 years? That was an excellent video
Sorry man, I hear you, but life got in the way. New job, new house, new baby, another one on the way. All good stuff, but it all took time away from making videos! Glad you enjoyed and maybe some day I'll be back when the kids are older and can help record!
very helpful - thank you and greetings from Germany!
I have to make a second attempt at 4 low every time in my 06 sport with an automatic. It makes a grinding noise the first time when go back into drive so I go back into neutral and try again and it goes fine. I’m always at a dead stop when I engage 4 low
Hard to say what the problem is over the internet. But, I know mine will have the splines not line up to engage 4wd. Probably harder to feel in an auto. But, I would think that letting it roll slightly with the wheel turned while in neutral would get everything lined up while you are shifting from transfer case neutral to 4lo.
I have same problem with my auto, sometimes takes a few goes without grinding
Very great information thank you very much!!
imagine watching this when u out on the trail with no internet. 😮
Thank you very helpful I appreciate how you explained it and show it
Happy to help!
Thanks. This is very helpful
Is there an absolute way to know that the Jeep is in 4 low? I think I'm doing it correctly but not absolutely sure. Thanks, and great video.
You should notice very different rpms compared to your speed. The jeep should feel like it can accelerate really easily.
@@ToledoCars Thanks a lot !
Great vid, thanks!
Every other video says one of two ways to switch into 4wl. 1 being stopped Jeep in neutral 2 being rolling 1-3 mph. Is either more correct then the other ?
I believe stopped is most correct. The instruction manual will tell you stopped. You occasionally don't get the splines to line up and need to move the vehicle to make that happen.
@@ToledoCars For a manual transmission does the clutch need to be engaged when shifting into 4L or 4H?
@@strangeclouds7 you don't want power going to the transfer case when shifting into or out of 4L. So, you want to push the clutch in for those. You can shift between 2H and 4H without touching the clutch. Thanks for watching.
so if im just driving say 70mph i cant use 4H
The manual says you should only use it at speeds of 55mph or less. Whether you can or cannot is a different question entirely. I would bet that the parts and pieces in the transfer case moving mechanically faster make engagement more difficult and stressful on the components. Typically, the faster you are moving, the less you need four wheel drive. I don't have any specifically practical on point to better answer your question. Most of the time when I engage 4wd I'm moving relatively slowly. I've left it engaged up to 55 ish and disengaged it after getting there a few times. But, I largely find that the need for 4wd diminishes as I am moving faster.
i was using 4 high in regular roads but after i put it 2w its acting different like im making a sharp turn slowly it just stops
Sounds like you are not actually out of 4wd. That symptom can ve a sign that the vehicle is still in 4wd. That can be a sign of binding within the system caused by the inability of the front and rear tires to rotate at different speeds.
I would check your 4wd shift lever linkage and make sure you are actually in 2wd.
Also, a rear locker can cause a similar sort of binding (because the outside and inside tires have to rotate at different speeds around a turn). So, if you have one of those engaged or engaging that could be part of your problem.
A 4WD explanation and a mug giveaway has to be the strangest combo I’ve seen on YT.
Strange combos work sometimes 🤔
Excellent video.
Also whenever I put my Jeep Liberty in four-wheel drive high on the dash it says part-time is that normal
Yes, part time means there is no center differential, meaning you don't want to use it on dry pavement or other high traction areas. Some liberties have full time 4wd which has a center diff.
Is there anyway to put a ball knob on the transfer case shifter
Not that I know of. Where there's a will, there's a way, but I don't think it's threaded from the factory.
@@ToledoCars why, the angled, handle is so much sleeker and doesnt stick up.
Do I have to have my Jeep in neutral to put it in four-wheel drive
4hi? No. 4lo? Yes.
@@ToledoCars thank u cause I have a 2007 jeep liberty and it's awesome
@@ToledoCars what about when I'm going down the road in four wheel High and there is no more snow in front of me and I want to turn it off can I just push the four-wheel drive handle down to two wheel
@@tre57production Awesome! You may have some more options if you have the SelecTrac 4wd system, but it should work almost the same.
@@tre57production yes, you should be able to shift between 4hi and 2hi or visa versa without using neutral.
Great video
Thanks boss!
Thank you! The real comparison at the end is very helpful in understanding! One question; how fast (sustained) can I go when in 4WD high?
The manual says 10 mph for my jeep if I remember correctly. That's probably a good idea to stick with. If you need to go faster than that, you can use 4hi or 2hi.
My 2003 jeep handle broke an got it on 4x4 low anyone knows how to fix it ?
That's no fun. I think you can manipulate the the linkage from under the vehicle on top of the transfer case. That's what I would look into for a temporary fix until you can fix the linkage.
@@ToledoCars thanks
Will try to get a mechanic
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Thanks! Look for some videos about the trip up to Northern Michigan at the beginning of February. I really appreciate the support!
@@ToledoCars your welcome
Anyone ever get that mug?
Sure did and they were very happy with it!
Anyway to put a ball knob on transfer case shifter
Does changing from 2 h to 4 h apply to auto as well as manual?
2hi and 4hi will be the same, you would just shift between the two to engage/disengage. To go to 4lo you need to put the transmission in neutral.
Thank u , I don’t know why I had it in my head the teeth will bite if not in neutral. I have a automatic 2000 . I’d love for u to see it give me some tips .
@@zece1987 they will grind for the shift from 4hi to 4lo, but not from 2hi to 4hi if you leave it in drive.
I just bought a 1999 Jeep Wrangler. Looks just like the one you have but it's an Automatic. The person I bought it from said yank that lever as hard as you can to change gears while in the park to switch the 4WD modes. But I'm watching this video and your doing it so easily XD. Is there something wrong with mine? This my first jeep so I'm kinda clueless XD
Does it need lubricant you think?
So, there is fluid in the transfer case. It probably does need to be changed. The handle and gear lever shouldn't need any lubricant, but I guess it couldn't hurt. I would try in neutral instead of park. If it doesn't slide into gear somewhat easily, move the jeep forward or backwards a few inches while turning and try again. That may solve your problem. The gears need to be able to move slightly to line up correctly, so neutral would be better than park. Hope that helps!
@@ToledoCars Ill try that right now!
@@ToledoCars One more question. So when I put it in 4WD H. I pull the lever back and when I let it go it moves forward about a couple centimeters. Is it supposed to do that or is that the vehicle putting it back into 2WD?
Also, the lever doesn't go all the way down like yours in the video?
What is the N for on that lever 😂😂😂😂😂
Nitrous of course!
Neutral, for flat towing it
gimme my fuckin mug.
Great video