front driver side noise while in 4wd while turning

[whoknows]

only happens when in 4wd. its a loud noise like something rubbing (sounds like the front drive shaft possibly)

any input is helpful


03/4.0 explorer

 

[manaen]

I think your going to have to give us a little bit more input on what it sounds like. Does it only do it when turning or all the time. Are you on dry ground or a slippy environment? does it do it in both 4hi and 4lo?

what have you checked so far?

 

[GregV8]

You mean while in 4HI/4LO ?
in that case it's normal because the center differential is locked. the effect is often referred to as "crow hopping". You should not use these modes on dry (non-slippery) pavement.

If the noise is also coming when in 4 AUTO then it's more of a problem but I do admit it happens on mine occasionally. I believe there has been a TSB for it, something along the lines of "binding sensation when tight maneuvers"... and it is caused by the rear diff.

 

[whoknows]

thnx

You mean while in 4HI/4LO ?
in that case it's normal because the center differential is locked. the effect is often referred to as "crow hopping". You should not use these modes on dry (non-slippery) pavement.

If the noise is also coming when in 4 AUTO then it's more of a problem but I do admit it happens on mine occasionally. I believe there has been a TSB for it, something along the lines of "binding sensation when tight maneuvers"... and it is caused by the rear diff.

Thanks Greg! yes, it is only when in 4HI and i dont have the problem when it is in 4auto.


thank you again

 

[Aero540T]

WOW, thank you for answering (and asking) this question. I just noticed this exact same thing on my '03 4.0L, only in 4HI, and was starting to worry about it. Thanks for putting my mind at ease guys.