B3000 SE Regular Cab 4WD V6-3.0L OHV (1998)
A.
Be sure the solenoid electrical connector and all solenoid vacuum connections are secured properly to the 4WD solenoid valve located
below the passenger-side headlamp on the frame.
B.
Be sure all vacuum connections are seated on top of both front frame rails and into the front wheel ends.
C.
Be sure all vacuum connections are seated at the vacuum reservoir canister and back to the engine manifold.
D.
Repeat STEP 3.
5.
Shift into 4WD HIGH and drive around slowly for approximately 1 mile. Be sure the 4WD indicator light is "ON".
If the light is not "ON", refer to the Workshop Manual (page 03-01-15) for further diagnosis.
If the light is "ON", proceed to STEP 6.
6.
While making tight turns on dry pavement, check for front wheel hop or binding. If wheel hop or binding occurs, the front hubs are engaged and
the 4WD system is engaged. If the front hubs did not engage, proceed to STEP 7.
7.
Check free play on both the passenger-side and driver-side front axle shafts prior to removing any parts. Perform this step by grabbing the outer
metal portion of the shaft joint and pulling away and pushing towards the differential.
If the free play is less than 1/8", proceed to STEP 8.
If the free play is greater that 1/8", the front axle shaft retainer ring is not properly seated or is missing.
Proceed to STEP "A" below.
A.
Remove the hublock.
Caution
^ Always use the proper Special Service Tools and Workshop Manual procedures for removal of hublocks to avoid damage.
