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Old 10-13-2014, 09:02 AM
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I think I have narrowed it down to the selector switch on the dash or the transfer case shift motor. The fuses for the 4x4 was good. Is there any way I can test either part before replacing them? Currently 4x4 doesn't work at all.
Old 10-13-2014, 12:33 PM
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When you turn the **** can you hear it trying to lock in
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If switch isnt working then its the acuator. Mine went out and i just replaced my acuator. My switch works tho
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Originally Posted by 4x4wolf
When you turn the **** can you hear it trying to lock in
I only hear the sound of the **** clicking. No sounds come from the transfer case.
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Originally Posted by Andr3wHi11
I only hear the sound of the **** clicking. No sounds come from the transfer case.
You need to see if you have voltage to the connector on the Switch. If you dont you have a bad GEM.
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Originally Posted by Carcrazygts2
You need to see if you have voltage to the connector on the Switch. If you dont you have a bad GEM.
What is GEM?
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General Electronic Control Module. It controls most of the functions in the truck.
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Originally Posted by Carcrazygts2
General Electronic Control Module. It controls most of the functions in the truck.
So even if I have a bad GEM, other functions of the truck can work just fine and it only affect the 4x4?
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Yep. Common issue in these trucks when the front windshield starts leaking. The GEM gets wet. Typically 4wd is the first thing to act up.

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