Remove 4x4 option to front wheel two wheel drive only

2006 NISSAN X-TRAIL
175,000 MILES • 2.5L • 4 CYL • 4WD • MANUAL
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RENEBELA
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I think spider gears in rear end are damaged (not certain) from over driving in 4x4.... but regardless would like to make this vehicle a front wheel 2 wheel drive only. Can it be done?


The vehicle operates under a torque distribution system with selection knob on dash. In 2 wheel drive selection. the vehicle will go to 4x4 automatically if needed and detected by spinning or lost traction.

A 2 x 4 vehicle will still serve our needs so hoping it can be converted at minimal cost of course.
Feb 8, 2020 at 2:22 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Good evening,

You could try removing the fuse for the control for the AWD module and see if it defaults to 2 wheels only. If it does, you are good.

If it does not, then the transmission will need to be changed to a front-wheel only.

Fuse is the cheapest. The downside is you will have traction control lights, ABS lights, and possible check engine light always on.

Roy
Feb 8, 2020 at 3:04 PM