4 wheel won't engage

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Probably the motor stuck from inactivity, but could be the GEM.



Try placing the selector in 4WD high and drive on a bumpy road. Works sometimes; if not, get under and play with it (maybe tap it with a hammer or remove, clean and lube).



If it's the GEM, your screwed ... uh they are expensive.



Remember to engage a couple of times a month (like I never remember to do).
 
In my case, the 4x4 control module died. I had no clicking (relay) sounds coming from the passenger-side kick panel area when I turned the 4x4 control switch. I got a new one on ebay. Lesson learned: Don't jump start another vehicle when in four wheel drive.

 
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