Help...Stuck in 4 wd and can't get it out!

[wild914dr]

The other day I locked my 91 explorer into 4x4 and then when I went to take it out it wouldn't come back out. A while back It wouldn't go into lo range either. I also noticed that I don't here the clicking sound from the rear anymore. Anyone know a good troubleshooting procedure? Thanks

 

[Henry]

Try disconnecting the battery for about a minute or so, that may help the computer "find" the shift motor's position again.

 

[TPLYNCH]

Check underneath to make sure all the connectors are still attached to the transfer case. IF the battery disconnect doesn't work, and everything is properly plugged in, try hitting the T/F case with a rubber mallet a couple times. May loosen things up. Try this website for more helpful hints... Dead Link Removed

 

[JoeC5]

I had the exact same problem with my 93. It turns out that the motor to engage 4x4 was busted which cause me to be stuck in 4 wheel drive. Cost me $500 to have a new one put in.

 

[wild914dr]

Thanks for replies, I finally got around to looking at it again. Tried battery disconnect, then pushing reset button on module but didn't help. Then I removed the engage motor and looked that over but that looked as good as new inside. Put it back together hooked the battery back up and pushed reset button a couple more times and what do you know it started to work again. Only problem is i'm not sure what fixed it for sure. Hope it works for awhile anyway.