The problem is the same as my 98 GMC Jimmy. The $X$ Engagement motor at the transfer case is not working properly. Unfortunately the motor costs about $300. It was a poor design. This is a problem that occurs frequently with this system.
Jerry Baker Colorado Springs, CO
- Jerry's right. Identical diagnosis... I had the same thing happen on my '98 Chev Blazer. Cost me ~ $1000 total to get it replaced just over a year ago, but I had found a guy and that's all he does is transmissions and knew what he was doing... He came highly recommended. It was worth it to me tho... I've owned the car since 2000, trust it and want to keep it.... Plus, to have 4wd in these parts comes in real handy.
- - - Gary, Just north of Boston
It could be the shift motor on the T Case. Or it could be the automatic shift button switch on the dash.
i have a s-10 did the same thing it was the vacuum modulater located under the battery box
the transfer case motor has to be replaced
Well is it actually engaging into 4WD? If so, then you do simply have a problem with the lights. However, if you don't notice the transfer case engage, you may have a problem with either the push button system or the transfer case itself.
Regita love Marie-Claire
Press the 4WD button.
not sure i understand this question....the key must be turned to a certain point...the lights on the push button aren't considered a commonly used button so it must not have been a top priority.
put it into four wheel drive I have a 99, the best way is to go forward about 6 to 8 feet, DO NOT BACK UP. or it will not go in to 4 weel drive and many time will not move.
Put on or engage your emergency break.
push the four wheel drive button on your dash, see owners manual
there should be a button on your left of the steering wheel and if not, it doesn't have 4 wheel drive
It may have the original transfer case that was recalled