What does it mean to have 4 wheel drive?

This video explains the workings of four wheel drive (4WD), and gives a definition in order to differentiate different types of four wheel drive and all wheel drive. Four wheel drive simply means 4 wheels are driven, and many times this is accomplished through the use of a transfer case.

How big is the front axle on a Chevy truck?

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What is the actuator on a 4 wheel drive?

The actuator is a component found mostly on modern four wheel drives and is designed to electronically engage 4 wheel drive. It accomplishes this by means of a small electric motor bolted onto the transfer case that shifts a pin in place to lock the center transfer differential.

How does a four wheel drive Chevy work?

by Patrick Nelson. Chevy uses an electronic control to transfer the power from two-wheel drive to four-wheel drive. It’s no longer necessary to exit the vehicle and manually lock the hubs on the front wheels.

What are the lights on a 4 wheel drive Chevy?

The lights will correspond to the “2” and up-arrow position for two-wheel-drive high, “4” and down-arrow for four-wheel drive low, and so on. Wait for flashing lights to stop before shifting the knob. Don’t shift the knob too frequently if the transfer case enters shift protection mode.

What are the front axles for a Chevy Blazer?

K5 Blazer, K10 1/2 ton, K20 3/4 ton and K30 1 ton four wheel drive front axles available. Our DANA SPICER replacement axle shafts will be the same as original equipment for most applications. The dimensions and spline counts of each axle as well as universal joint part number can be found on each page.

How do you troubleshoot a Chevy 4 wheel drive?

How to Troubleshoot a Chevy Four-Wheel Drive. Chevy uses an electronic control to transfer the power from two-wheel drive to four-wheel drive. It’s no longer necessary to exit the vehicle and manually lock the hubs on the front wheels. This 4×4 system is operated with a transfer case knob on the dash board.