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 up and down lights on a 4 wheel drive transmission?

Why is the 4 wheel drive light blinking?

The 4-Lo engaged the low-range transfer case for rough and challenging off-road driving. Fast forward a few decades and, enter the Actuator. The actuator is a component found mostly on modern four wheel drives and is designed to electronically engage 4 wheel drive.

How can I tell if my Chevy 4 wheel drive is working?

Check the indicator lights in the knob to find out what driving setting you are in if the vehicle exhibits any unusual behavior. 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.

What does the blinking 4 wheel drive indicator mean?

So what is that 4 wheel drive indicator blinking on your dashboard means? The purpose of the 4 wheel drive light is to indicate when you have engaged 4WD mode by selecting 4H. When the light flashes continuously for more than 30 seconds it signifies there is a problem somewhere on your drivetrain system and that 4WD has not engaged properly.

Why is my 4 wheel drive light not engaging?

If you don’t shift it into neutral, the 4wd light will continue to flash and won’t get into gear. Seems to be a common occurrence on these trucks. Dodge dealers recommend engaging 4-lo, then back in 2-wheel drive, then back in 4-wheel drive hi (4H). This sequence apparently resolves the problem.

Why are the lights on my dash not working?

Flip the switch or turn the dial or knob up and see if the lights on your dash come on or get brighter. If adjusting the switch doesn’t work, you may have a blown fuse or bad lightbulb. Or, the entire switch may be faulty, in which case, have it replaced by a certified mechanic.

Can a 2001 Chevy 2500 be put in 4 wheel drive?

I have 2001 chevy 2500. The four wheel drive wont engage. I replaced the front diff accuator and the 4×4 dash button module. The light says it engaged but its not. With the truck in 4×4 mode and the truck in neautral i crawled underneith and cant spin the front drive shaft. I unplugged the battery for five minutes and still no luck.

Why does my Chevy 2500 4 wheel drive not work?

The light says it engaged but its not. With the truck in 4×4 mode and the truck in neautral i crawled underneith and cant spin the front drive shaft. I unplugged the battery for five minutes and still no luck. Any ideas? Submitted: 10 years ago.

Why are there no lights on my GMC Jimmy?

The drivers door open sensor was broken out of the dash below the fuse panel and I pulled the broken assembly out and got interior lights… and the lights on my 4×4 selector came on for a minute and went back off. The other problem I was having was the plastic tab on the back wasn’t holding the wire securely to the 4×4 switch.