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Old Feb 18, 2010 | 09:32 PM
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Year: 1989
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Default 4x4 STILL not working

i replaced the vacuum switch in the T/C and filled it up with fluid. front diff is still not engaging, driveshaft spins to it.

https://www.cherokeeforum.com/f2/4x4...ed-pics-37109/

i didnt check if i was getting vacuum to the modulator on the diff yet with the new switch in yet ill check tomorow...but why would i get no vacuum still i dont hear any leaks or see any. Is there a check valve im missing

AX15 NP 231 1989 cherokee w nitrous and a working clock

Update: i have a Pueesh!t tranny not a AX15 im soooo pissed.

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Old Feb 18, 2010 | 09:39 PM
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http://members.***.net/offroadn2/2low.htm

http://www.jpmagazine.com/techarticl.../photo_01.html

http://www.stu-offroad.com/axle/yjd3...jconvert-1.htm

some options for you
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Old Feb 18, 2010 | 09:40 PM
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The shift motors on the axle housing are notorious for failing with age. They are not a seal unit and water and dirt eventually work their way inside and damage the diaphram. Also the vac lines can become weak and brittle with age causing vac leaks.
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Old Feb 18, 2010 | 10:04 PM
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do away with the vac motor and put the cable in. then there is no question.
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