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Old Nov 25, 2012 | 6:58 AM
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Default 99' Silverado 1500 4WD not engaging

I pushed the 4wd hi button, the button just flashes. I can hear the pump at the transfer case moving something , but does not engage. I have also pushed the 4 Lo, Lo flashes as well . Also when I push auto 4wd it also just flashes. it goes into 2hi with zero problem. Nor does it ever slip into 4hi or Lo at any time.

I am not getting a " service 4WD " light. Pulling the dash and inspecting the dash module, I find no corrosion , and being that the transfer case module is safe and dry in the back of the dash , I can only assume ( don't say it ) that it is corrosion free as well.

I have used the search engine here, no solution.

Would really like to hear from somebody here before I have to bring to a shop.
Thanks in advance.
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Old Nov 25, 2012 | 6:37 PM
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I dont know too much about the newer ones but i have a 94 z71 with the stick to shift to 4x4. i first got it and found out it didnt have 4x4. it was an actuator( notorious for going out) that locks the front hubs to make it 4x4. it could be that or the switch that is in the cab, i have heard people having that problem.... also does your transfer case have fluid in it? sounds stupid but mine didnt and i put fluid in it and new actuator and bam 4x4 worked.
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Old Dec 4, 2012 | 11:14 PM
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You'll love this, barely any fluid in the T case plus whoever worked on it last stupidly poured
ATF in the case. I went to summit racing to get the auto trac II fluid, not bad at 6.69 a qt. Even though it only takes 2.3 quarts , I bought 4 to have an extra quart on the shelf. After I pour it I'm hoping that the sensor will pick up that it has fluid and engage the 4 wheel drive. If not ill go to the auto switch on the dash and replace it, seems to be a common problem. Then if that doesn't clear it up ill go to the actuator . Crossing fingers .
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Old Feb 16, 2013 | 4:42 PM
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Wondering if you ever got the 4wd working, because I am having the exact same problem on mine. replaced the actuator and re soldered the switch. I can hear it actuate but then it just goes back.
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Old Feb 22, 2013 | 10:47 AM
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Default 4x4 problems

cant get mine to switch out of 2 hi. the buttons dont respond. I miss the four wheel drive. will take to a shop anyone know the cost I am about to incur?
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Old Feb 24, 2013 | 2:12 PM
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Test the encoder motor on side of transfer case. Also a lot of problems with the switch!'
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Old Feb 24, 2013 | 2:13 PM
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Transfer case module failure is very slim.
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Old Jan 18, 2022 | 1:00 PM
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Originally Posted by pacaguy
I pushed the 4wd hi button, the button just flashes. I can hear the pump at the transfer case moving something , but does not engage. I have also pushed the 4 Lo, Lo flashes as well . Also when I push auto 4wd it also just flashes. it goes into 2hi with zero problem. Nor does it ever slip into 4hi or Lo at any time.

I am not getting a " service 4WD " light. Pulling the dash and inspecting the dash module, I find no corrosion , and being that the transfer case module is safe and dry in the back of the dash , I can only assume ( don't say it ) that it is corrosion free as well.

I have used the search engine here, no solution.

Would really like to hear from somebody here before I have to bring to a shop.
Thanks in advance.
ever figure out what was wrong?
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