Towing Question

[fud2468]

Towing Explorer flat

I see this is old, but
I've read this thread several times and still don't have it clear.
Can a gen 1 with automatic and push-button 4WD be towed flat if the rear driveshaft is disconnected?
Ray Mac

 

[DeRocha]

I see this is old, but
I've read this thread several times and still don't have it clear.
Can a gen 1 with automatic and push-button 4WD be towed flat if the rear driveshaft is disconnected?
Ray Mac

Yes... with the rear shaft disconnected @ the rear axle & both front hubs Unlocked you can safely flat tow the vehicle with no worries.

With the rear drive shaft disconnected at the rear axle the T-case will not be moving. If the T-case were to be moving it would cause transmission damage.

 

[fud2468]

Thanks, DeRocha!
Now maybe I can take it as a Christmas present to my daughter up in the hills and still be able to drive myself back home.
Ray Mac

 

[DeRocha]

Thanks, DeRocha!
Now maybe I can take it as a Christmas present to my daughter up in the hills and still be able to drive myself back home.
Ray Mac

Your welcome Ray.. I'm sure your daughter is going to be surprised