P500 P5 4x4 won't disengage

[Celdridge1]

Sometimes my P5 won't disengage from 4x4 even though the dashboard indicates it's in 2 wheel. I've put it up on blocks and without any weight on it, and the system operates as it should. I'm running 27" tires and have installed a Torq Locker. Any suggestions?

 

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[trigger]

Pop your front skid off, slide underneath and you'll see there's a plastic cover on the backside of the front differential, I believe it's two 10mm bolts. Behind the cover is the engagement adjuster that the lever cable from the dash hooks to. There's a nut on the bottom side that can usually be turned by hand, back it off some and see if that solves your issue.

 

[Mudder]

Did the P500 pass the spin test after locker install? Seems like if the internal indicator sensor is showing disengaged, it should be. Agree the spring loaded cable level @trigger mentioned is important, is the spring back in proper order? Does if feel different after backing up/driving forward after 4wd light goes out?

 

[Celdridge1]

Sorry for not getting back to both of you. I’ve had Internet issues for a while. I will try these things and get back to you on how I’ve progressed. thanks again Craig

 

[Celdridge1]

Yeah and yes it did pass the spin test when I had it up on blocks.

 

[Celdridge1]

Hi, I was able to get at the front end today. Not sure what I did other than tightening nuts, bolts and cables. Seems to be working now.