Not sure this goes her but here goes... where is the switch that controls the 4wd light on the dash when shifted into 4wd ... mine dont go out ever and yes I'm sure it's not in 4wd ...pictures would be great 04 Rubicon auto
Where is the switch that controls the 4WD light?
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Thanks I was wondering if I could do it without pulling skid plate can usually get hands and arms in weird places but yeah that's news thanks
Sense the switch in question is on the transfer case, it should be the same for manual or auto. Do search for the part# to see if it specifies, but I'd be surprised if it did.
I'm in the process of replacing my switch. There seems to be 3 variations available. If you have a Rubicon with NV241 transfer case, the switch is different than non-Rubicons with a NV231 transfer case. When I was trouble shooting my switch, I was able to get a good look at the connector style. That's what I used to confirm I got the correct switch.
I posted a similar question in another thread. In my case, the 4WD dash light did not come on when I was in 4WD. I pulled the connector off the switch, jumped the connector with a paper clip. Doing this, my dash light goes on. I bought a new switch, but have not had the time to install.
You can also perform the dash light and gauge check to see if the light comes on during the bulb check.
Someone will remember how to do the check lol. I just dont
Man, I didn't even know there was a 4wd light. I only ever realized that I left my t case in 4wd when the steering jumped around while pulling out of the driveway.
Apologies on reviving an old thread, but my Googlefoo is lacking today 
I just picked up an 05 Rubicon last night and the 4WD indicator is lit in 2WD and yes, it really is in 2HI. Shifting to 4HI it goes out but lights again in 4LO.
Bad switch or something more ominous?
Thanks.
PS - I worked the TCase into and out of gears for a few and the light magically works now.
I just picked up an 05 Rubicon last night and the 4WD indicator is lit in 2WD and yes, it really is in 2HI. Shifting to 4HI it goes out but lights again in 4LO.
Bad switch or something more ominous?
Thanks.
PS - I worked the TCase into and out of gears for a few and the light magically works now.
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To check all dash lights :
Hold down the trip reset button and turn key on, do not start engine
Apologies on reviving an old thread, but my Googlefoo is lacking today
I just picked up an 05 Rubicon last night and the 4WD indicator is lit in 2WD and yes, it really is in 2HI. Shifting to 4HI it goes out but lights again in 4LO.
Bad switch or something more ominous?
Thanks.
PS - I worked the TCase into and out of gears for a few and the light magically works now.
That's certainly unusual. Can you tell if the Tcase has been opened up? The switch is a simple plunger that interfaces with the selector. I'd try replacing the switch since they're only ~$25. If the case works, and it's just a weird light, it's not likely an internal problem. You could also try making adjustments to the input lever. If you don't already have a cable shifter, it might be a good time to upgrade.
Apologies on reviving an old thread, but my Googlefoo is lacking today
I just picked up an 05 Rubicon last night and the 4WD indicator is lit in 2WD and yes, it really is in 2HI. Shifting to 4HI it goes out but lights again in 4LO.
Bad switch or something more ominous?
Thanks.
PS - I worked the TCase into and out of gears for a few and the light magically works now.
I have a 06 LJ Rubi with auto transmisssion and mine started doing the same exact thing today.
Did you find a solution? I tried shifting the Tcase back and forth through the differant gears but that hasn't helped.
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