How does the thermal actuator work on a 4WD truck?

How does the thermal actuator work on a 4WD truck?

But the Posi-Lok system stays locked even when the ignition is off. The thermal actuator came first, when you engage 4WD there is a soft piece of plastic, maybe even wax that has to heat up before the actuator engages. The electric version came out in 98 or so and engages immediately.

What kind of actuator do I need for 4WD?

The thermal actuator came first, when you engage 4WD there is a soft piece of plastic, maybe even wax that has to heat up before the actuator engages. The electric version came out in 98 or so and engages immediately. Myself, if I had that series of truck, I’d install a Posi-Lok and be done with it. Click here for the Posi-Lok. Click to expand…

Do you have a push button 4×4 actuator?

With 8 people in the car, it was a little slippery sometimes. It was GREAT to have the ‘push-button’ 4×4 system. P.S. Does this mean that since my ‘burb is a ’99 model that I already have an electric actuator?

But the Posi-Lok system stays locked even when the ignition is off. The thermal actuator came first, when you engage 4WD there is a soft piece of plastic, maybe even wax that has to heat up before the actuator engages. The electric version came out in 98 or so and engages immediately.

How to replace front axle actuator on Chevy Silverado?

The experts at 1A Auto show you how to replace the 4×4 Axle Actuator on your 99-06 Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra. Remove the four 15 mm bolts that are securing the skid plate. Using a flat blade screwdriver, pry up on the little latch and unplug the actuator. Using a pair of large slip joint pliers, grab the bolt and unscrew counterclockwise.

How to install a front axle shift actuator?

Using a flat blade screwdriver, pry up on the little latch and unplug the actuator. Using a pair of large slip joint pliers, grab the bolt and unscrew counterclockwise. Once you’ve got it started, it should come right out. Work in reverse of the installation process.

The thermal actuator came first, when you engage 4WD there is a soft piece of plastic, maybe even wax that has to heat up before the actuator engages. The electric version came out in 98 or so and engages immediately. Myself, if I had that series of truck, I’d install a Posi-Lok and be done with it. Click here for the Posi-Lok. Click to expand…