89 cherokee. when i shift it into 4lo it is actually in 2wd and when it is shifted to 2wd it is actually in 4lo. any ideas why that would be.

 

Probably a transfer case swap where the key on the case is different than the original. Or someone did something funky with your linkage.

I'm pretty sure that the transfer case for my 00 TJ shifted the opposite way of the transfer case on my 95 XJ.

 

Does it go into 4hi (actual) somewhere in the shifter's Neutral zone?

 

thanks that makes sense. not to worried about it shifts into everything just fine and thats what matters lol. was just curious to why.

 

yes it does.

 

Yeah, so definitely a linkage/transfer case mismatch. Apparently if you use an NP231 out of a Dodge Dakota you'll get the reverse shifting pattern. If you believe the interwebs, it sounds like no big deal and shouldn't be a problem functionally.

 

hasnt been a problem yet. goes into every gear just fine. just bought the jeep and was curious. im new to the jeep world but loving it so far.

 

They're awesome - Welcome to the Jeep world and the Cherokee Forum. You will find a lot of great folks on here with a lot of expertise if you have any problems.

I'd recommend getting yourself a Factory Service Manual (FSM) (pacificcoastmanuals.com is a popular source) if you haven't already. Also check out Cruiser54.com for a ton of great info and tips for your 89.

 

thanks i appreciate it. i will look into those. so far everyone i have talked to has been helpful.

 

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