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11-04-2018, 04:10 PM

cb96

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Front differential click

Click coming from the front

only happens in 4x4 or 4auto

its a 2005 with an automatic

doesnt happen in 2wd. The light stays on so I am assuming the 4x4 is working but I’m scared to really test it. Research is leading me to believe it’s the carrier bearing? Any way I can test or confirm before ripping the half shaft out?

words of wisdom appreciated. I’m in a pinch.

11-06-2018, 12:52 PM

cb96

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Anyone alive out there????

11-06-2018, 02:18 PM

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There's a tech article that covers the more common occurrence of this where it clicks in 2wd, but not in 4HI/Auto4wd and it likely is the same problem; a sticking or worn engagement collar inside the front axle. It could also be a sticking engagement cable as well. The tech article shows you what's in there and how to diagnose the issue.

11-07-2018, 10:13 AM

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Thanks for the response. Do you have the article handy? Since you’ve seen it before, maybe you can point me in the right direction. Might be a sticky? I’ll look around.