1997 XLT stuck in 4wd low?

[IZwack]

So I'm assuming you removed the t-case and the shift rail/rod is at 4HI but the t-case is still in 4LO?

 

[LuLu71730]

yep

 

[IZwack]

Well at this point, the problem is mechanical and you can either replace the transfer case or open it and see what's going on.

 

[LuLu71730]

If I do decide to open it up I will definitely be using the transfer case diary.....just not sure I'm ready for all that. Thanks for your help!

 

[LuLu71730]

I looked online and I can get a reman case for $675, do you or anyone know what a shop charges to rebuild one? I'm also checking on a used one but I don't know what would be the best route........ I don't really need 4wd I would just like to be able to drive it right now.


If I were to open my TC would anything "fly" out?

 

[gijoecam]

Tuning in kinda late... Yes, if the shift motor is positioned properly for 4high, and the shift rail is properly positioned for 4high, but the transfer case is in 4low, then there's an internal issue and it needs to come apart.

I think there's some more troubleshooting though... With the shift motor un-bolted from the t-case, have you tried cycling from high to low and low to high? Does the motor turn like it should?

-Joe

 

[LuLu71730]

yes, I think so, although I haven't watched it only heard it making noise.

 

[mikepegasus]

same issue with 97 Ford Explorer Limited stuck in 4 low

I am having same issue with 97 Ford Explorer Limited stuck in 4 low, tried foot on brake and trans in neutral, even removed shift motor to try and manually get it to move, no luck....

Thanks,

 

[DAZ97XLT]

I have the same problem!
I hope you guys found the issue in yours!!!
If you did please let me know! I know its like 15+ years later but it would be interesting to know what ended up happening!

Mines a:
97' Explorer XLT Control Trac 4WD Standard tranny...
No front driveshaft...

I drove it just fine two weeks ago and then jumped in to take off a couple of days ago and it's stuck in low gear! I couldn't drive faster than 25mph in fourth gear!

The only difference from the last time I drove it and now is a mouse got inside the vehicle!!! I took off some dash panels to inspect and as far as I can see I don't see any chewed wires so I'm hoping it's just a coincidence...

I have another shift motor so tomorrow I'm going to swap it out and see if the problem is that....

 

[DAZ97XLT]

I swapped out the shift motor with an extra one I had and that seams to have fixed the problem! It's cycling through modes exactly as it should!
I guess the rodent thing was just a coincidence!