4 Wheel Drive/SUVs: 4 wheel dr problem, trouble shooting guide, motor actuator


Question
i have a 07 nissan titan and it wont shift into 4 hi. the first time i tried it flasded 4wd and the indicator light was flashing turned the truck off and restarted same thing any ideas???

Answer
Ed,

It sounds like you have an electrical problem, or the gears in the transfer case are binding.  You might consider changing the fluid in the transfer case and checking for metal fragments in the old fluid.

The other problem that it may have is a faulty actuator motor, or the actuator position switch itself.  I would check and trace out the wiring to the transfer case and make sure that none of them are broken and that you have a good ground to the transfer case.

You can purchase a repair manual for the Titan at most auto parts stores.  These are great for trouble shooting and repairs at home.  They usually have a complete trouble shooting guide, photos, and descriptions on repairs.

Carl
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TRANSFER CONTROL DEVICE
Actuator motor and actuator position switch are integrated. Transfer control device shifts from 4H-4LO and between 2WD-4WD.

Actuator Motor
Actuator motor is operated by signal from transfer control unit and it operates control shift rod so as to shift from 4H-4LO and between 2WD-4WD.

Actuator Position Switch
Actuator position switch detects actuator motor position and sends it to transfer control unit.