hilton850
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- Maine
- Year, Model & Trim Level
- 1994 XLT
Been lurking here for a while but this is my first thread. Recently my '94 explorer started making a growling/grinding noise when the 4 wheel drive is engaged. sounds like it's coming from under the truck...maybe front driveshaft area? I suppose it could also be somewhere in the front end but sounds like it's underneath, somewhat centered. I have already converted to manual hubs, new in April. It makes the noise whenever the hubs are locked in also. Already checked the U-joints, brake pads and rotors were also new in April, wheel bearings look OK, transfer case shifts like it should and 4x4 does work, just makes noise. Just to be clear, when I put the transfer case in 2wd and unlock the hubs there is NO noise.
Just wondering if anyone else has had this problem and any ideas on what may be causing it.
P.S. This board is an excellent source of information, I'd like to thank the moderators for their hard work and everyone who contributes information.
Just wondering if anyone else has had this problem and any ideas on what may be causing it.
P.S. This board is an excellent source of information, I'd like to thank the moderators for their hard work and everyone who contributes information.