okey dokey, here we go....opened door, dash light up with "Service 4wd", started engine, backed up 10ft, front diff is stuck in full lock, will keep you posted.
Update 1:
(1/2hr quick check in driveway)
Disconnected the negative battery terminal for 10 minutes, removed "4wd trac" fuse, reconnected battery, heard actuator noise, reinstalled fuse, heard actuator noise. Sounded as though the actuator had steady power and removing the fuse turned it off. Checked around top and bottom but was now dark and lots of skid plate underneath.
Update 2:
(Took truck to dealer)
Check and advise for service AWD message - vehicle stuck in 4 low.
- Tech cause: scan for codes c0398 in transfer case control module
- Tech comments: check for software updates and cancel codes, check range sensor for corrosion, range sensor has crack and is swollen
Added operation: transfer case range sensor corroded diag and replace range sensor and set up
Tech cause: transfer case range sensor shorted - Tech comments: replace transfer case range sensor and relearn to tccm . as per est.
1.00 - 84377721 - Sensor $194.08 (CDN$)
- Tech cause: transfer case range sensor shorted
- Tech comments: replace transfer case range sensor and relearn to tccm . as per est.
Labour $193.50 (CDN$)
Environmental charge $5.00 (CDN$)
HST $51.04 (CDN$ - Ontario)
Total $443.62 (CDN$)