grinding and bang in a4wd

[mfizzy]

It snowed a little this morning, the roads were lightly covered, so I decided to use A4wd on my way to work. I was going about 30 mph and let off the gas. I could feel and hear a grinding noise and a couple thumps. I could feel the vibration at my feet through the floor. When I came to a stop I switched it back to 2 hi. the light blinked for a while then another thump and then the light switched to 2 hi. What do you think the problem may be?

[Fishhunter911]

It snowed a little this morning, the roads were lightly covered, so I decided to use A4wd on my way to work. I was going about 30 mph and let off the gas. I could feel and hear a grinding noise and a couple thumps. I could feel the vibration at my feet through the floor. When I came to a stop I switched it back to 2 hi. the light blinked for a while then another thump and then the light switched to 2 hi. What do you think the problem may be?

Sounds like the encoder motor might be a little sluggish.

[Robert1101]

When were the fluids last changed and how often do you put it in 4wd to move the fluids around?

[mfizzy]

I havent changed the fluid. I bought it used. I rarely put it in 4wd (winters only). Is there a way to check the fluid?

[ecir]

I havent changed the fluid. I bought it used. I rarely put it in 4wd (winters only). Is there a way to check the fluid?

I am trying to do everything to my 4WD before taking it to the stealership and spend $$$$$$$ on it. Where do u add fluids to the tcase and what fluid do i need to get and how do I change the fluid....hahahhaahahhah im very technical/mechanical savvy and think i can do it just need help with the start. :laugh:

[mfizzy]

Im stuck in the same situation with you. I dont want to take it in and they charge me out the a@@ to change the fluid!