How do you put a 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee in 4WD?
The 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee has the option of part time and full time 4WD. To shift to part time low 4WD You will need to be almoSTStopped and in neutral. Pull the transfer case lever toward You in a hard and fast motion.
Can you shift from 2WD to 4WD in a Jeep Grand Cherokee?
And why. You can shift between 2WD, ft 4WD and pt 4WD at any speed back and forth while driving (since the Grand Cherokee does not have manual or automatic hubs you can always “shift on the fly”). There is no advantage in stopping.
What causes a hard shift in a Jeep Grand Cherokee?
Transmission fluid that is worn out can cause harsh gear shifts and damage the synchros and clutches. Checking your fluid can tell you a whole lot about what is going on inside of the transmission. Here’s a good article on using transmission fluid color to help determine what is going on in the transmission.
Is there a problem with my Jeep Grand Cherokee?
Very often, this will solve the problem. But Jeep Grand Cherokees seem especially prone to more serious transmission problems, and some owners are quite vexed at their inability to determine the causes.
What makes a Jeep Grand Cherokee stay in Park?
The shift lock solenoid is the mechanism that keeps you from shifting out of park without your foot on the brake. The good news is that most shift locks have an override button. You will need to find it for your particular model year of Grand Cherokee (if applicable). Finding it is usually pretty easy.
Why does my Jeep Grand Cherokee not shift gears?
For example, you may find that you’re only able to drive the car in the automatic transmission’s third gear, only being able to select the other two gears when you shift the transmission manually. The most common cause of transmission problems is the easiest to fix: check the fluid level in the transmission and restore it to the proper levels.
Can a Jeep Grand Cherokee Drive in two gears?
You’re often still able to drive the vehicle, but it only operates in one or two gears. For example, you may find that you’re only able to drive the car in the automatic transmission’s third gear, only being able to select the other two gears when you shift the transmission manually.
What happens when the Jeep Grand Cherokee is in overdrive?
If the transmission fluid temperature sensor reports an overheating condition (over 260 degrees F) and the transmission is currently in overdrive, the TCM will downshift to third gear. The TCM will also light the LED in the dash-mounted OD off switch until the temperature drops below 230 degrees F.
Very often, this will solve the problem. But Jeep Grand Cherokees seem especially prone to more serious transmission problems, and some owners are quite vexed at their inability to determine the causes.