How do you turn off the AWD system?
This system is always on, and the vehicle does not have a switch to toggle the AWD on and off. Removing the AWD relay from the under-hood relay control box disables the AWD system. Park the vehicle on a flat surface and turn off the engine. Set the parking brake and open the hood. Locate the under-hood relay control box.
What are the symptoms of AWD being disabled?
Symptoms 1 AWD Light On 2 AWD Disabled – Service Required Warning 3 No communication with DEM module 4 Related Fault Codes DEM0005 Control Valve Internal Fault DEM0006 Haldex Pump Bad / Feed pump faulty signal DEM0007 Pressure Sensor Defective
Do you need to replace AWD relay cover?
Locate the relay according to the diagram on the cover, remove it and replace the cover. The AWD system is an important safety feature and should only be disabled for diagnostic or testing purposes.
Where is the AWD relay in a box?
Look at the diagram on the underside of the cover. This diagram shows the exact location of the AWD relay within the box. Locate the relay according to the diagram on the cover, remove it and replace the cover. The AWD system is an important safety feature and should only be disabled for diagnostic or testing purposes.
Why is my AWD light not working on my car?
This condition may occur when driving on a slippery road and the AWD system is monitoring for slipping wheels. Under these conditions the AWD system may incorrectly determining that one wheel is spinning too much. When the AWD system detects this, it shuts down the AWD capability for the remainder of the drive cycle.
When does the AWD warning light come on?
Tip Like all warning lights, the AWD warning light briefly illuminates when the car is turned on. The light is only a problem if it stays lit when the engine is turned on.
Symptoms 1 AWD Light On 2 AWD Disabled – Service Required Warning 3 No communication with DEM module 4 Related Fault Codes DEM0005 Control Valve Internal Fault DEM0006 Haldex Pump Bad / Feed pump faulty signal DEM0007 Pressure Sensor Defective
Why does my AWD shut down the drive cycle?
When the AWD system detects this, it shuts down the AWD capability for the remainder of the drive cycle. The system is overly sensitive to wheel slip and may set this DTC when no issue is present. The system was re-calibrated to allow more wheel slip before setting this DTC.