Question:

Recently I attempted to use my auto high 4×4 only to find that neither of the 4X4 settings would engage. If anyone else has experienced this problem could you please respond what the outcome was. Figures when you finally need it in snow — it does not work! Debster

Response:

Recently had that problem with my ‘93, not sure if it’s the same on the ‘01 but it’s worth a shot.  When I would push the 4×4 button, I would hear a click coming from the control box in the rear jack compartment, But nothing would happen.  Turned out to be the electric motor on the transfer case that engages the lock.  Took it off and pulled it apart, found the brushes were dirty and not making contact. Cleaned it up and put it back on and it works great again. Bad design on Fords part.

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These kinds of things are getting hard to diagnose for those without some of the specialty tools available to dealerships. The only service manuals I can access from home are for 2002/2003 but we can wing it a bit – the 2001 should be pretty close to the ‘02. First step is to check the fuse numbers 17 & 18 n the battery junction box and fuse numbers 12, 15 & 29 in the central junction box. After that it gets complicated… — Jim Warman

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