1993 Ford Explorer slips in and out of 4wd

1993 FORD EXPLORER
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SCOTTT09
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1993 Ford Explorer Four Wheel Drive

my explorer slips in and out of four wheel drive, especialy on tight turns. the four wheel drive light does not turn on and the car returns back to two wheel drive after a few moments. Any ideas on what the problem could be?
Feb 13, 2009 at 2:04 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi:
Does it still have the oem auto locking hubs on the front? Is there a grinding when it happens in the front? Finally, have you ever checked the 4wd actuator on the transfer case?

Let me know.
Feb 13, 2009 at 8:10 PM
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Hey there thanks for responding!

-Yes it still has the hubs
-yes it grinds in front when it goes into 4wd
-and no I have not check the transfer case yet but I talked to my mechanic friend who has the same car after I made the post and he said that's where the problem could be

if you have any ideas or advice I'd love to hear thanks!
Feb 15, 2009 at 12:35 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi:
If you hear the front hubs grinding, they need replaced. The auto hubs may be spent.
Feb 15, 2009 at 1:56 PM
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thanks for the help!
Feb 15, 2009 at 4:47 PM