4x4 issue

[damagexinc]

My truck has recently been having issues in 4x4 lately my left side has been making a horrible sound that's obviously metal on metal contact. Can you guys give me a list of parts to check so I can get this fixed? Chicago just got hit with 2 feet of snow so I really need the 4x4 fixed. Thanks guys

 

[brad19999]

Have you checked the brake pads??

That would be the first thing to check (and the cheapest) However it really sounds like you have a bad hub assembely. If your abs light is on it is an indication of a bad hub assy. Not a terribly difficult fix but you will need a GOOD set of deep well sockets, an ox/acet torch and ideally an impact wrench.
Cost os a hundred (US) or so but you get a new abs sensor and cable out of the deal too.

Good luck, Brad

(ps) you can find detailed instructions for the hub changeout on this site.

 

[damagexinc]

I just changed my brake pads this summer and like I said it only does it with 4x4 engaged. My abs light has been on since I bought the truck a few years ago. If I don't have a torch can I still do this myself?

 

[RomeovilleIL]

If you can do a brake job, you can definitely do this yourself with hand tools including a long breaker bar and some PB blaster or WD40. Check the sticky in this section. It has good pics and walks you right through. You will not need a torch, just soak the hub bolts with penentrating oil. Maybe a 2 hour job the first time.

 

[damagexinc]

thanks guys, i can't wait to get this fixed this weekend so i can finally use my 4x4 for what it was intended