Can I turn my 4WD into a 2WD?
Adding a 4WD Transfer box to a 2WD You’ll need to be able to marry the transfer case up with the existing transmission. The transfer case will need to connect the front and rear drive-shafts to the front and rear axles. The drive-shafts will need to be balanced properly.
Where is the transfer case on a 4WD car?
As previously mentioned, the transfer case is found on vehicles with AWD or 4WD capability and is integral in allowing drivers to switch to these modes of operation. A typical 4WD transfer case is found at the rear of the transmission. It is powered by the transmission output shaft and operates much like a secondary transmission.
How big is the transfer case switch on a Chevy Colorado?
The transfer case position switches are 24mm (I was actually able to use my 25mm wrench without rounding or slipping if you don’t have a 24). There is a bracket with one 12mm bolt and I used a small pick tool to remove the connectors from the bracket.
Where is the solenoid on a GMC Canyon?
If you are sure the actuator is working then you really only have the solenoid at the transfer case and control module under the seat. I had the control module go on mine, but it flashed and neither the actuator or solenoid did anything. My name is Jason and I’m new to this site. I have a 2004 GMC Canyon and I am having similar problems.
Are there any problems with the Colorado transfer case?
Chevrolet Colorado owners have reported 10 problems related to transfer case (under the power train category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Chevrolet Colorado based on all problems reported for the Colorado.
Why is my GMC Canyon transfer case not working?
Although the lite may say a change has occurred, the vacuum switch may or may not have activated, and this is when you have the problem. If one has a transfer case that uses a coupling inside the transfer case to engage the front axle as in selectable 4wd, the electronics operating it, can cause the same problem.
As previously mentioned, the transfer case is found on vehicles with AWD or 4WD capability and is integral in allowing drivers to switch to these modes of operation. A typical 4WD transfer case is found at the rear of the transmission. It is powered by the transmission output shaft and operates much like a secondary transmission.
How does a GMC Canyon 4 wheel drive work?
It seems that the 2wd/4wd lights are keyed by the position of the electric motor that engages the front prop shaft at the transfer case. This in turn sends a signal to a vaaccum switch that engages the right front axle putting the truck in 2 or 4 wheel drive.
Is the transfer case switch on a Chevy Colorado still working?
Actually, that part # you showed (97358605) is discontinued and replaced by 98181804 https://www.gmpartsprime.com/oem/gm-97358605-switch.html If it’s just the switch for the indicator light then I would expect 4WD to still be working but with no indication on the dash.