DIY How to test 4WD vacuum actuator

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In this video I show how the 4X4 actuator works and how to test it
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@OzMechanics 2 жыл бұрын

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@nothankswhatnothing8570 Жыл бұрын

Keep up the great work! Love how you show how the 4x4 engages and disengages. Never realized it was something so simple. Thank you

@jimronchetto8592 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the simple but thorough video. This is just what I needed to see.

@mikemonroe3163 3 жыл бұрын

This video saved me many and I mean many of dollars. I just replaced my whole front end and I ended up with a noise on the passenger side. Come to find out once i got on the highway the rim on the drivers side had cut thru the hose that went to the actuator. I was just to the point of taking the axle out and starting over until I saw your video. Thank you very much!!!!

@nestorgalo2890 3 жыл бұрын

My 4x4 is intermittent, but this video is actually a great help. Thanks brother.

@batterup1969 Жыл бұрын

Excellent explanation of system with great visuals Concise and to the point. Wish all diys videos were this way.

@SaMiAmNyC 3 жыл бұрын

Basic simple and straight to the point. My guy.

@slls693rgr 5 жыл бұрын

Appreciate it! Picked up a vacuum gauge from harbor freight, tested my system and came down to the right front actuator. When I tore it down the actuator was cracked and came apart in two pieces. Replaced it and no issues.👍 again awesome video! Thanks.

@OzMechanics 5 жыл бұрын

No problem glad this video helped out.

@razr199 5 жыл бұрын

Great video bud. Glad somebody has knowledge to share. Really appreciate the video. I’ve been having trouble diagnosing trouble with my Explorer. Pretty cool how it works in all.

@sailorsanjoy 27 күн бұрын

Very informative, I learnt something new today. Keep up the good work.

@OzMechanics 27 күн бұрын

@@sailorsanjoy thanks for watching

@chrisnewby5713 5 жыл бұрын

Dude great video , my 17 3.5 f150 has been making grinding/rock in wheel noises for a couple weeks now , I’m convinced this is the issue and we’ll be in the shop this week!

@dancrumbo5922 3 жыл бұрын

You got it fixed?

@arthurlisogor1040 5 жыл бұрын

Same problem on my 2004 f150. Very informative. Thank you!

@byuiautomotivevideos2254 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for a great demonstration

@adonismuminovic8941 6 жыл бұрын

Life saver. Beautiful thorough work. Thank you sir.

@OzMechanics 6 жыл бұрын

Adonis Muminovic well thank you for watching. Makes me feel good knowing you like this video

@ryanc7385 3 жыл бұрын

Great video, I am having issues with my expedition 4 wd and these are some great points to get me started diagnosing

@OzMechanics 3 жыл бұрын

I have another video that explains each component in detail

@robertdavis6708 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the lessons. I was wondering how that worked. A lot of Hard Liners call these aluminum actuators junk. I had one instance with mine (2003 Expedition ) driving across Missouri trailering a 67 Ford Fairlane. It was 90+ degrees F. and I never had been one to drive the speed limit. All of a sudden it sounded like the front of the drive train exploded. I stopped for a few minutes to evaluate the situation, never finding anything wrong. Later when I returned to Ohio I hashed it out with my FMC mechanic, next door neighbor. He said that condensate or moisture probably got hot enough to pull an actuator engagement without a vacuum presence. We pulled the lines and tested them, blew them out. It has never done it again but I guarantee it will scare the crap out of one if it should occur with them !

@navajorezathlete1202 2 жыл бұрын

Agree this is the worst design ever for 4x4

@duanetulee5977 3 жыл бұрын

Great showmanship

@danroose3813 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks bro, very infomative👍

@jmmart4 3 жыл бұрын

Great video and explaining how it works. Thank you so much.

@OzMechanics 3 жыл бұрын

I have another with more information

@jasonhall1335 5 жыл бұрын

Great work! Big help!

@kismofer1 5 жыл бұрын

very informative......great work 👍🏻🔧

@amr-50 4 жыл бұрын

you are one hell of a mechanic man

@OzMechanics 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks. I just put out a new video that just came out yesterday more in depth on the 4x4

@street22style 6 жыл бұрын

Great info....thanks for sharing!

@skatr186 Жыл бұрын

Awesome and two the point explanation and testing! Thank you!

@OzMechanics Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Michael. I actually made a newer video that explains every part on the 4x4 system to the T !

@tonymartinez8993 3 жыл бұрын

Great stuff brother!

@julianb3613 4 жыл бұрын

Bro awesome video. Quick and full of info.

@OzMechanics 4 жыл бұрын

Julian B I’m about to put a new video that explains the system a bit better

@TheTiger4787 3 жыл бұрын

Very helpful my friend. Thanks

@craigjones1115 6 жыл бұрын

I wish they were all still manual engage.

@maizanmahasan 6 жыл бұрын

a lot of help for me thanks very good

@emmasnarevanlife6183 Жыл бұрын

Great video! Thankyou!

@devinthomas4866 3 жыл бұрын

Great info , Thanks Super helpful

@craigjones1115 6 жыл бұрын

Very helpful! Thanks !

@OzMechanics 3 жыл бұрын

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@lance1097 3 жыл бұрын

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@707SonomaComa 6 жыл бұрын

Such an awesome video, thanks! I can't believe that chinsey little actuator is strong enough to power the truck in 4 wheel drive.

@OzMechanics 6 жыл бұрын

707SonomaComa thank you. Yea one powerful lil thing

@gr8fullfred 6 жыл бұрын

It just needs to create a vacuum in a relatively small chamber. Would be nice if they fail safe into 2wd. My 2001 doe snot have this. Pretty clever though

@davidaubin3449 2 жыл бұрын

Great video, thank you very well done

@skigdividerx4991 5 жыл бұрын

Great job man thanks,

@mikebennis77 4 жыл бұрын

Great video help tons

@kbruh3057 3 жыл бұрын

Came here looking for possible reason why my 4wd was not working on one wheel. Thank you, after watching your explanation I will check for possible vacuum or hose problems. How did I find out my 4wd wasnt working? By going on the soft sand at the beach and having to dig my way out as the tide was coming in what seemed like a whole lot quicker than normal. Six hrs of shovel in one hand, torch in the other, bits of wood scavenged around, forward reverse foward reverse inching my way outta there. Wanted to get rid of my ute right there, letting me down like that. My arms and legs really felt it the next couple days. Moral is check 4wd all go before you need it.

@moecron9832 Жыл бұрын

Great info, thank you

@htlmlphpcr6028 3 жыл бұрын

Graet info. Thank you!!

@peteviviano5595 2 жыл бұрын

Great video thanks Peter

@OzMechanics 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching. I also have another video showing more in depth on this system

@kevinmcquillin2716 4 жыл бұрын

great video.thanks

@slls693rgr 5 жыл бұрын

Good explanation! thanks!

@OzMechanics 5 жыл бұрын

SLLS693 RGR thank you very much for watching

@carlos010581sv 7 жыл бұрын

Good work there

@OzMechanics 7 жыл бұрын

Carlos Martínez thanks for watching

@curtkautsch 4 жыл бұрын

Super helpful thanks 🙏

@Darienguy1 3 жыл бұрын

great video thank you!

@PhillyDee215 4 жыл бұрын

Great video👍

@Lemtech1 5 жыл бұрын

Great video thanks!!

@OzMechanics 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching

@MrAiden81 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks brother good info

@peteviviano5595 2 жыл бұрын

Great video really going to help me.

@OzMechanics 2 жыл бұрын

I made another video that’s more detailed the link should be on that video

@73NF14Ret 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome instructional video! Subscribed.

@OzMechanics 3 жыл бұрын

James A Summers awesome. Glad you liked the video. Btw I put a newer video explaining all the parts in the circuit

@73NF14Ret 3 жыл бұрын

@@OzMechanics Yes! I watched that one first, then this one after you referred to it. Both were great!

@jsmeswagner6104 4 жыл бұрын

Good video thanks

@engnrman 6 жыл бұрын

great explanation, thx.

@OzMechanics 6 жыл бұрын

engnrman thank you for watching

@brentbradley6711 4 жыл бұрын

A lot easier than my 3/4 ton Excursion hubs to work on.

@lettinggo2 Жыл бұрын

Very informative

@OzMechanics Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Kevin. Feel free to check out my other video going deeper into how the system works. Look up oz mechanics 4 wheel drive

@miked877 6 жыл бұрын

Awesome info, thank you. Now I need a vacuum pump.

@OzMechanics 6 жыл бұрын

Mike D awesome. It’s an easy test. And don’t forget to subscribe and hit the notification bell to get info on all my new videos

@alexgardiner748 5 жыл бұрын

Hey bro nice video but why haven't you answer some of your subscribes you are a great guy you should make your ppl happy also keep it up but try responding to everyone good luck

@CALCOBRA94 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome. Thank u. I need to figure out why my 4x4 not engaging. The transfer case motor not switching.

@TRCVLOGPH 6 жыл бұрын

great video☺☺☺☺🚗

@OzMechanics 6 жыл бұрын

Nyar Nomit thank you for watching

@linpin2286 7 жыл бұрын

Nice to know!!!

@scottmorgan1334 3 жыл бұрын

Your hot

@truhunk1 3 жыл бұрын

Great, thanks.

@jammils38 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@kylediehl2349 Жыл бұрын

Great video. Just had my actuator and CV axle replaced and now a nasty grinding noise has started. So, we changed the wheel hub thinking it was the wheel bearing. Well, that was not it and the grinding still persists. When in 4wd, no grinding. So, I replaced the solenoid behind the battery. Still grinding noise. I think there is a leak in the vacuum line. Hopefully I can find it!

@michael4962 3 жыл бұрын

Interesting. Thanks.

@franciscogarcia4642 3 жыл бұрын

exelente video

@osaelbarrantes8060 Жыл бұрын

Gracias, I did not know there was a hub actuator, only under the cabin... on the right side for Terracan.. THX

@dereksmith30 5 жыл бұрын

Holy crap a mechanic that actually knows what the hell hes talking about???? 😳😳it almost doesn’t exist anymore or at least here in fla! Buddy if your seeing this message I’ll fly you to fla to fix my vehicles just message me back!!!!!

@OzMechanics 5 жыл бұрын

Derek Smith thanks man. But they are out there. I know a good amount of really good techs around the us. Thanks for watching

@josephbarrerareyes 3 жыл бұрын

great explanation 👏 I subscribe and 👍🏻

@dffern 4 жыл бұрын

Save me $200 in diagnostic charges from the Ford dealership. Thanks for the detailed troubleshooting video on the Ford IWE 4X4 system.

@divinepeace007 6 жыл бұрын

thanks

@akrolite 3 жыл бұрын

I have a 2015 and busted the clip from the harness to the solenoid too. Thought it was funny that 10 years go by and shit still breaks in the same spots.

@amydiamond7223 Жыл бұрын

Thank you !!!!!!

@leolevesque2399 3 жыл бұрын

j'ai gagnée ma vie en pratiquent de la mécanique(50 ans), et je recommencerais,le plus beau métier.

@wiseassclips 5 жыл бұрын

Great Video! I have a 2003 ford expedition 5.4l 4X4. I found a free floating line on the driver side just under the brake cylinder, Track said line back to the 4WD vacuum actuator. two lines go in to thet actuator. One runs to the solenoid (the one that you are pulling vacuum on in video). Is the other line (the free floater) a vent line? or should it hook to something. thanks mike

@DongNguyen-xf2pe 4 жыл бұрын

tnanks for showhow 4x4 actuators work very helpful.

@positiveselfimage 6 жыл бұрын

I have this problem right now where my iwe isnt working and its causimg a grinding noise. I didnt know what it was at first, I thought it was the bearing, but now I'm pretty sure its this. Thank you 👍

@OzMechanics 6 жыл бұрын

logan watson yea let me know if this is the problem on your vehicle. Don’t forget to subscribe and hit the notification bell

@toddbruhn57 5 жыл бұрын

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@toddbruhn57 5 жыл бұрын

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@sargonkhabeer514 6 жыл бұрын

Hi, I have 2004 f-150. Why would be the reason when I put the switch to 4h, the light comes on for a second and goes off. But if I put 4low the light comes on and stays on ?

@glenn3646 6 жыл бұрын

I have a mitsubishi nativa 2007 diesel and when i riding in normal mode no 4x4 its make some grinding noise and when i stop it cliks like it went to his place back, do think is the selenoid? I have no idea where to look or how it looks like

@reddawg4152 5 жыл бұрын

Great job enjoyed your work ...

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@jwgbmp40 2 жыл бұрын

Thx. I have replaced the vac line from solenoid to actuators, same problem, replaced actuators, same problem, replaced solenoid and problem seems intermittent now. Im gonna check each acuator as youve shown, maybe I have a bad one, they came from dealer though. Thoughts?

@Joedabro1 Жыл бұрын

Nice guy thanks

@OzMechanics Жыл бұрын

Thanks Joe

@TheRchavez31 3 жыл бұрын

I had this issue on my 2013 f150. Passenger side IWE does not disengage. Vacuum signal seems to be ok. Although I have no way to accurately test it, However testing it with the tip of my finger it feels pretty much the same as drivers side, which disengages ok, I thought of a faulty IWE, Replaced it and still is not dissngeaging. Any suggestion of what could be going wrong.

@manuelamaya826 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks.

@togodbetheglory9725 6 жыл бұрын

Mine is not engaging.but also in the dashboard i don't c the light when i turn the switch on 4x4. It coul be the transfer case motor.do someone knows how to test a transfer case motor?

@flightmedic7169 3 жыл бұрын

Great video and I’m sorry to bother but I have a clunking noise when I’m in 4x4 as I’m moving it clunks... and stops than clunks again as if it’s on the same spot as the wheel turns. Know what it could be ? And thanks

@roberthouchin314 4 жыл бұрын

Hey man any advice on why my vacuum line is only sucking air on the passenger side and not the drivers side? I replaced the lines thinking there was a clog but still no suction on drivers side hub

@chrishooker8255 5 жыл бұрын

So what causes the humming noise if I already changed wheel hub

@Cayenada 9 ай бұрын

I had a vacume line rubbed through on the tire . Then filled with mud . Plugged line right up .. the little black and white mushroom looking thing by selanoid was plugged .. i ran a long line from selaniod to hub . Lines were plugged .

@kubotaman85 4 жыл бұрын

I have an 04 Ford F150 and when I had to truck jacked up and in 4x4 HI the driver's side wheel turns with the axle but the passenger side does not. Would it be that the actuator is bad on the passenger side?

@mikelanes4033 5 жыл бұрын

What’s the name of the tool you are using? I’m pretty sure I have vacuum leak in my 4wd system. Thanks

@navajorezathlete1202 2 жыл бұрын

Can you ruin your transfer case if one of the hoses comes off the hub bearing assembly?

@stevewilliams6354 3 жыл бұрын

Can I delete the vacuum system and do a manual hub?

@KollynJ 4 жыл бұрын

What if It struggles to engage in 4x4 but if you can get it to it revs up and clunks?

@chuckhooper25 4 жыл бұрын

When there's no more vacuum in the actuator where does the pressure go to release is it the second little tube coming out of the actuator the small line mine seems a little lazy when I shut it off when it's jacked up I spent it in the tire click and then finally it grabs like there's wherever the vacuum goes back to release is clogged or something

@-n_hunter8403 5 жыл бұрын

I changed out my actuators, solenoid and check valve on 2014 xlt f150. Problem is I'm still getting a grinding noise when in 4wd but only when I accelerate above 1500rpm, how fast I'm going doesn't seem to be an issue. No grinding noise when in 2wd so I know the vacuum system is ok. What should I check next. Wish i Would've found this video before I changed everything out could've saved alot of time and money.

@forgedcustoms5699 3 жыл бұрын

Ok so would this work if I turn my truck on. Leave it in park. Jack it up and turn the hub. If it doesn’t move than the vacuum and everything is working. And if it does than clearly is there is a problem correct!? And leaving it in 2H of course

@navajorezathlete1202 2 жыл бұрын

So does this mean, every time you turn off your truck it goes into 4x4 since the pressure or vacuum will dissipate?