I drove my jeep today for the first time in several weeks. I tried to use 4W Hi and it did not engage. It did engage in 4W Lo, but in either there was no light on the dash indicating it was in 4W. It worked before. I plan to check my transfer case linkage, but was wondering if the linkage was not adjusted properly, would that effect the indicator lights?
TJ doesn't engage in 4 Hi and no 4WD dash light
- Thread starter LukesfirstJeep
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Hotchef181818
TJ Enthusiast
It could be the sensor on top of the tcase. Mine doesn’t work which means I have no light but that doesn’t bother me at the moment. I think they are around $50
If you locate the switch on top of the transfer case just above the front drive shaft and to the left (looking front to back) remove the connector and jump the harness end with a paper clip the 4WD light should illuminate if all is good. The switch just unscrews and they are available for $30 to $40.
Just a follow up for anyone with a similar problem. It's the switch. I finally had time to test it and the light comes on if I jumper the harness. 2HI, 4HI, N, and 4LO all work. 4Lo you can easily feel it in the steering, and after driving today, 4HI also works, but it's not as noticeable in the steering or compared to 4LO or some other brand 4WD systems I've owned.
FWIW, the switch is a PITA to get to, I had to drop my skid to disconnect the switch. I need to win the lottery so I can get a garage with a lift if I want to continue working on my undercarriage. My plan now is to install a Savvy or Novak cable along with the new switch.
FWIW, the switch is a PITA to get to, I had to drop my skid to disconnect the switch. I need to win the lottery so I can get a garage with a lift if I want to continue working on my undercarriage. My plan now is to install a Savvy or Novak cable along with the new switch.
You can access it thru the top easier. Remove the console and shifter access plates.