Turn the 4X4 mode switch to the 2WD position.
NOTE:
When 4X4 is disengaged, the front driveshaft may spin due to viscous drag in the transfer case, especially
if cold. If this occurs, the front drive line can easily be stopped.
Drive the vehicle in reverse for 10 feet (3 meters) to disengage the front hubs.
Does only the rear driveshaft spin?
Yes
GO to
Pinpoint Test E
.
No
If the front driveshaft is not working properly, GO to
A41
.
A18
CHECK THE CLUTCH RELAY
Check the clutch relay; refer to Component Test.
Is the clutch relay OK?
Yes
RECONNECT the clutch relay. GO to
A19
.
No
REPLACE the clutch relay. CLEAR the DTCs. TEST the system for normal operation.
A19
CHECK THE CLUTCH RELAY COIL CIRCUIT — MONITOR THE GEM PID 4WDELCL
Trigger the GEM active command SHIFT CLUTCH to ON.
Monitor the GEM PID 4WDELCL.
Does the GEM PID 4WDELCL display ON---?
Yes
GO to
A21
.
No
If the PID displays ON-B-, GO to
A20
.
A20
CHECK CIRCUIT 275 (Y) FOR SHORT TO POWER
Clutch Relay
GEM C223
Measure the voltage between clutch relay, connector pin 1, circuit 275 (Y), and ground.
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2000 Ranger Workshop Manual
1/18/2012
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