Checked fuses and battery connectors everything good. Pulled it out check it, everything works, even the old one worked. Both of these were originally aimed at the short series, which were much smaller than other trucks. On K3 Models with the cast iron axle tube, there may be a casting burr which may contact the edge of the actuator. So we tested the starter with a screwdriver and left the key turned on and the vehicle started right up. Also, do not step out and walk next to your truck if you're having 4 wheel drive problems.
When shifted out of 4wd, the switch opens up and no voltage goes to the actuator. Although the was introduced in the spring of 1987 as a 1988 model, the K5 Blazer, Suburban, and crew-cab trucks retained the earlier platform until 1991. The innovation of the Blazer was to simply offer a shortened pickup truck, which both increased interior space, and lowered the cost of production with a shared platform. The actuator receives 12 volts from the ignition. Although his felt like it went in further.
If it does, the system should be properly engaged. Check this and all other vacuum lines that are connected to the 4wd system. There is a vacuum switch that engages the right front wheel. The four-wheel drive version had a solid front axle and used front and rear. All M1009s, including its derivatives, are powered with the 6.
Step 2 Verify that the front driveshaft turns by hand. On earlier models, this vacuum switch is located unerneath the battery tray. If the front wheels do not spin in opposite directions, there is a problem with the front axle. The Blazer had 8 inches 200 mm of ground clearance and an approach angle of 35°. Is there somewhere I can find a blown up diagram of this front end and how it works? Two new exterior colors, Brilliant Blue and Slate Metallic were offered. Below is a copy of the installation instructions for the front diff actuator, these instructions and inpections noted must be followed or the actuator may not fully engage. The shift motor could be falsely reading an incorrect t-case position, or it could be a mechanical issue with the case itself.
More new features for 1988 included a fixed mast antenna in place of the old windshield antenna, a trip odometer as part of the gauge package cluster, and an improved pulse windshield wiper control. Although his felt like it went in further. Tried the same thing on a friends '94 Chev 1500 same vehicle, but mines a full size blazer and manually pushing on it, it engaged. Disconnect the actuator's electrical connection at the front axle housing. Step 1 Jack up the front end and place it securely on jack stands.
The actuator may not be fully engaged or disengaged and the fork to the spline may be what is causing the whining or grinding noise you hear. Step 2 Verify that the front driveshaft turns by hand. Pleas go the web page link below, there was a problem with the thermal actuator and its wiring harness routing in the 93-95 K1500 Blazer, it is explained in detail at the link. The standard engine remained the 350 cu in 5. A new brake warning light on the dashboard was also introduced for 1990. The lurch as the transmission engages could cause the vehicle to lurch and potentially fall off the jack stands. If you only jack up your front tires when you start the truck and put it in gear it's going to drive right off the jack stands.
Some decommissioned M1009s end up in law enforcement use e. But when we turn off and try key nothing happens again. Most of the truck actually runs on 12 V. Pulled it out check it, everything works, even the old one worked. Feb 03, 2011 If you can't get 4 high, then you can't get 4 low either. Yes there is power to the actuator.
Take it for a test drive after safely lowering it to the ground, of course. So my question is what is in this differential that would cause mine to push in but not engage. If only one turns, don't be alarmed. You don't have a front axle actuator. The left wheel is engaged full time. The rear seat arm rest were eliminated from rear seat to make room for shoulder belts and pads were added to the wheel housings. Have full size blazer silverado running fine in nmorninn went back to drive and won't start.
Most thermal actuators will engage after a few seconds, but as they get older the elements break down and at times can take longer. It also came as a convertible. This could be due to a mechanical issue with the transfer case itself, or an electrical gremlin with the control system. If the front wheels do not spin in opposite directions, there is a problem with the front axle. However, it requires a small harness addition, a spacer, and a new actuator. This should not create a concern and the actuator should seat against the axle tube. Introduced to the line for the 1969 , the K5 Blazer was replaced for 1995 by the.
The Blazer's long-wheelbase relative, with an integrated rear body and doors for 2nd row passengers, is the. For the 1990 model year, all Blazers now had a standard rear wheel anti-lock braking system. Although Blazers were manufactured until 1982, the majority sold were. Thinking its the S10 with vacuum lines. Important : If binding occurs before the actuator is seated, remove the actuator and reseat the spacer by pushing on the spacer with a screwdriver.