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I have a 2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ automatic. The transfer case is slipping when I put the Jeep into 4 wheel drive. The 4 wheel drive works for awhile and then it slips and the Jeep acts like it is in neutral. I have to put it back into 2 wheel drive before the Jeep goes back into gear.

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Anonymous

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  • Posted on Dec 31, 2008

SOURCE: Slipping out of 4lo into neutral

the transfer case is bad!!

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Anonymous

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  • Posted on Jan 02, 2009

SOURCE: 1995 jeep grand cherokee 4x4

There are essentially three different transfer cases used in 95. Generally slipping out of gear is caused by partial engagement, requiring linkage adjustment, or by internal wear of case componets. I would have either checked by a reliable competent trans shop. An at-home rebuild is not impossible but parts are not cheap and a small mistake can ruin an otherwise good job.
Good luck with it!

Anonymous

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  • Posted on Apr 13, 2009

SOURCE: 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee transmission or transfer case

As I said, trans fluid keeps the internal components "alive"... Low fluid level can cause burning of internal clutches, premature hardening of seals (essential to proper transmission of fluid pressure) as well as lubrication of necessary gear components such as planetary gear set (which can cause whine etc. which you now have) All of these components rely upon a constant flow of fluid for both cooling and lubrication. Depending upon how low and how long these parts had interrupted fluid flow, directly influences how much damage was done. I take no joy in telling you that you may have damaged your unit, I'd be far happier if I could give you a quick, inexpensive fix. But based upon what you have said, If I was working hands-on with this problem, I would make the recommendation I've already made. There are pressure tests etc that can be done at a transmission shop to verify to some degree of certainty what is going on within your unit. Hopefully they may find something other than what I've said. At this point though, it is wise to have it checked out by a professional, before you become stranded at a time when you can least afford to be.

joyellowhors

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  • Posted on Jan 19, 2010

SOURCE: 2001 jeep grand cherokee wont shift out of first

Check shift cable. Disconnect cable at tranny and move linkage by hand then reconnect cable and see if the cable moves the linkage the same amount.

willsolveit

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  • Posted on Apr 25, 2011

SOURCE: Transfer case slips out of gear when the jeep is

In the gearbox is a selector,the selector is hold by a pin with a spring behind it. The spring or pin could be worn out. Good luck.

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4 wheel drive wont lock in on my 99 jeep cherokee.is there vacuum

are you on pavement, or offroad.?
99 Cherokee what transfer case?
if Part time system. then,.
are your tires on ice or dirt?
if not its cockpit error.
read the operators guide, on this.
if on ICE,say so, we can not know what transfer case you have
nor what tires are sitting on.
do tell, and we can tell you what good or bad.

here is the build list for these years XJ
what do you have. ?
The full time box, must not be in 4Lo , on pavement
unless it too is on ice .

All the transfer cases used on the Cherokee were chain driven with aluminium housings. Command-Trac was standard on XJ models built with 4WD.
  • 1984-1987: New Process NP207 Command-Trac, part-time only, 2.61:1 ratio with low range
  • 1984-1986: New Process NP228/229 Selec-Trac, full- or part-time, 2.61:1 ratio with low range
NP228/229 has a vacuum switch for 2WD-4WD selection on the fly and a separate manual lever for low range
  • 1987-2001: New Process NP231 Command-Trac, part-time only, 2.72:1 ratio with low range
NP231 has the following settings: 2HI, 4HI, N, 4LO
  • 1987-2001: New Process NP242 Selec-Trac, full-time or part-time, 2.72:1 ratio with low range
NP242 has the following settings: 2HI, 4 full-time, 4 part-time, N, 4LO

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All the way forward is normal driving position...The transfer case automatically puts itself into 4wd when the rear wheels slip. 4low is as above, used so infrequently that most times you may find that the linkage is partially frozen (if so, spray with solvent and gently work shifter till it frees up)
Though it's not in the instructions, I find it's best to take your foot off the gas and select positions while rolling. It's just easier on the gears.
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What kind of oil do I put into the transfer case? Is that why the computer keeps saying check 4 wheel drive?

no, DO NOT use gear oil. The transfer case uses the same type of automatic transmission fluid that the transmission uses. Is the display saying "service 4x4 switch"? If so it is common and the 4WD indicator light switch is bad and needs replaced. It's only purpose is to tell the driver info center what 4 wheel drive mode the transfer case is in. This switch will not affect the function of the 4 wheel drive. The correct fluid for the transfer case is +4 automatic transmission fluid.
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When I **** into 4wL it keep slipping out of gear unless I hold it in place. Is this a linkage problem and do I have to **** the trans into Netural to engage into 4wL

it could be that you have to put it into neutral, but it could be your transfer case, sometimes they go bad on jeeps and that would make your front wheel drive not works. because the transfer case might have teeth missing, so when it tries to engage it doesnt catch any teeth therefore making it slip to the next tooth on the spool.
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The only Solution to this is 1 of 2 Things ! The Shifter Linkage is Off of the Transfer Case 2 The Transfer Case is Shelled out and needs to be Rebuilt. Check underneath on the Transfer case for any Noises when in 4X4 and Check the Linkages. Please Rate my Response, I need all the Help That I can Get! Thanks!
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1995 jeep grand cherokee 4x4

There are essentially three different transfer cases used in 95. Generally slipping out of gear is caused by partial engagement, requiring linkage adjustment, or by internal wear of case componets. I would have either checked by a reliable competent trans shop. An at-home rebuild is not impossible but parts are not cheap and a small mistake can ruin an otherwise good job.
Good luck with it!
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1993 jeep grand cherokee laredo 4 wheel drive

I'm not absolutely sure on the tire size for the jeep itself, but I think they are 225/65/R15's. Not absolutely sure.

As for the noise, from your explanation, it sounds like the transfer case is under a heavy bind. Take it off of the road in some grass or dirt and then move it forward a few feet then simply hit reverse. Don't move much maybe an inch and it may release the bind. Once you get the bind off the transfer case, it should slip out of 4wd, unless there is damage in the case/shifter itself.

When operating four wheel drives, with tires of different sizes it causes extreme stress on the gearing in the transfer case. Larger tires don't turn the axles as much as smaller tires. So, this causes stress in the driveline as the front is actually turning slower then the rear. In turn, this will put so much pressure on the gears that it could cause damage and the shifting mechanism will not work correctly to pull it out of 4wd engagement.

Try those ideas, and see if you can get it out of 4WD. Definitely put four tires on the jeep that are all the same size. This will keep you from having excessive stress on the transfer case and gearing therein.

I hope this helps out buddy.
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