How and When to Operate 4 Wheel Drive | Westridge GMC

Learn how and when to operate your vehicles five drive settings including, 2 wheel drive, auto 4 wheel drive, 4 wheel drive low, 4 wheel drive high and neutral.

[@masonscheidt9801]

For 4wd low just stop and put the truck in neutral. Next switch the dial to 4wd low. Then put the truck in drive. This guy made it way more difficult than it had to be

[@WaltANelsonPHD]

I thought the same. Thanks.

[@robertpaul3675]

No shit I was like wth is this guy talking about lol

[@gordonwbell]

The last part of the video that explains putting the transfer case into neutral is for flat road towing mode - behind a RV or something. Otherwise to shift to 4Lo, the transmission needs to be in neutral and is usually fairly quick.

[@willv5158]

Thanks, I was wondering how you could get your vehicle to go 1.5 miles per hour in neutral lol.

[@FlyboythaACE]

For my city dwellers, your truck should always be in 2 wheel drive on wet pavement or dry. If snow is actually accumulating on the roadway during your drive then switch to AUTO. If roads condition improve but it's just wet go back to 2 wheel drive. If the snow is deep enough to submerge your 6 inch timberland boot sole then I suggest 4 wheel HI drive. Once off your suburban streets and entering a properly treated roadway ,switch to 2 wheel drive immediately then use AUTO only as needed (remember when snow or slush actually covers the roadway markings). 4 wheel low is the domain of boat owners and off roaders, should you find yourself in these rare situations as a city deweller with a 40+ thousand dollar truck. KZbin is your friend but thats way beyond the scope of this very informative video.

[@DcThaDon]

If this wasn’t the easiest way to figure all this shit out.... I stay in timbs so that makes it that much easier to understand. Good looking out

[@SamWilliamson317]

You should redo this video with your explanation!

[@ismaelarellano871]

Good looking flyboy 💯

[@stupidassho7003]

FlyboythaACE hey buddy so my lovely wife decided to put in four wheel auto the other day for some reason and I have been driving for about 200km on dry roads in auto would this of hurt anything?

[@porkchop1343]

How about if my truck is 2 wd what do I do to get it on 4 wheel drive?

[@ernestoramirez3052]

Haha I like how the narrator starts of so simple and then changes his pace when it starts getting more complicated, it reminds me of algebra.. thanks for the information!

[@justingrant4860]

So Basically ifnyou need 4wd low you're really in some trouble because you need a weekend course to understand the end of the video

[@wambdirenville7376]

No kidding lol I got lost the last minute of this video

[@vuevang4341]

Lol

[@Afterimage_Rush]

Hahahahahaha

[@PiTaReX]

Not reall. The guy just over complicated the whole video. It’s simply neutral and e brake while stopped to engage i 4wdLow -its only used if your stuck in mud or snow.

[@darktiger3163]

@@PiTaReX that helped out so much

[@sandmastermaster]

Explanations are all over the place. Organize the steps. Categorize how to engage and when to engage the modes. Didn't learn a thing with this mono tone omg the guy is still talking as I'm writing this.

[@eman7579]

Jesse Meyer I know, he said you can shift from 2wd to 4wd high at any time except from 4wd low, like boi

[@348frank348]

lmfao! just.... don't touch that knob ever 😂😂😂😂

[@MarkJacksonGaming]

-- Keep it under 55mph in 4 high. General rule of thumb. Switch any time under that. Four high will do most. Four low, keep it max at around 5mph. Jeeps and Chevy's are different here to get in and out of low, but keep it under 5, unless you're stuck. Use four high and low once a month to keep parts moving, even if just for a half minute. But what I've found to get in and out of low is coast the vehicle around 5 mph, throw it in neutral, and switch to low, wait a little, it ought to smack in. Repeat the same to get it out of low. Back with the Jeeps, it was alternating between forward and reverse to get the mechanical to clunk in. Four low is useful ... when you need it. Exercise it.

[@tonimusgrave9530]

Didn’t learn a thing

[@dickslap37]

To shift into 4 low just put the vehicle in neutral before you select the 4 low setting. It’s that simple.

[@travelbubble3776]

Good to know. The video made me a bit confused! 😅😬😅

[@hiijjh100]

4 low is actually amazing. I've only used it twice. But it got me up the steepest, snow covered hill roads to a few customers houses in the past.

[@whykatera81]

I feel like This guy's FICA score must be more then perfect

[@13Mickeysur]

Probably 851

[@JackFlak79]

I think the start up procedure in a small airplane is less complicated

[@sarcasticguyz6251]

Thank you so much for clear instructions on each one

[@ExtrovertedCenobite]

Put trans in neutral, tune radio to 98.7pump brakes 4 times while left signal is on move dial on radio to 99.2 eat a burger but only use the left hand with 2 fries up your nostrils, engage parking brake while activating the parking brake pump brakes 34 times in increments of 2 then ..................................................................... Great Directions!

[@bill_4888]

This is the damnedest video I have ever watched. Words fail to express how confused I am.

[@kimgurl7853]

OK....... so never use 4 wheel low b/c it's too damn complicated. Got it.

[@ppainterco]

I’ve only needed 4L a few times, but when I needed need 4L, I really, really needed it. Like when the front of the truck sunk into mud up to the frame. 4L was just enough to get it out. Lesson learned, beware of dirt roads along a lake shore.

[@rashadsnowden326]

Kim Gurl right Lol

[@MarkJacksonGaming]

-- I'm 42 years old. Only mention that because I've owned three 4x4 Jeeps, and now several more including a Tahoe 2004 (good vehicle for it's age). I have long experience with 4 wheel low. Boat launches, towing my boss' WWII fighters, dragging someone's car out of the snow is about the only times I use it. Or if I'm stuck myself. What I want to drill home is this. Use 4 wheel low a little bit once or so a month. Just to keep it spry, especially if the transfer case is electric shift.

[@annmorris6280]

RIGHT!! I'll stick with my 4-door, old-lady, Buick sedan!

[@MarkJacksonGaming]

@@annmorris6280 -- Not complicated. Just exercise it every once in a while. Most, put it in neutral activate. Do the same thing to deactivate. That's low. 4 wheel high, basically do what you want around 40mph or less. I prefer, engaging at slow speeds. EDIT: I like staying light on the pedal as well. Just feather it a bit.

[@ryanbruneau1197]

500 steps to put it in neutral? wtf ....

[@chacehart7286]

Ryan Bruneau it’s to put the transfer case in neutral not the truck transmission itself. A little more complicated and not really used that often.

[@WaltANelsonPHD]

Thank you, Canada! Great little video.

[@charliegarcia7437]

great video! helped a lot.

[@shashasmith2006]

I appreciate his explanation

[@ballinboy0911]

This video made me forget how to drive.thanks a lot

[@bc40ton]

According to GM, the newer transfer case (rpo code NQH), you can use either 2wd or Auto on dry pavement. While 4lo, 4hi is to be used on loose/slippery surfaces and not on dry pavement.

[@dedalliance1]

I feel like after watching this video he's gonna come around and make sure my seat belt is securely fastened and my seat tray is in the up position. Go ahead and leave a like if you get the joke, lol.

[@CalgaryRambler]

His day job is with Delta lol hahaha!!

[@l.m652]

What the hell happened at the end!? I was in till the last part. Like disarming a bomb, went sour real fast

[@marcaliventialiventi765]

My 2018 Silverado z71 pushed through 17 inches of snow in 4wheel auto. Used 4high once to help someone who was stuck

[@brandenredman8341]

The auto system is very smart and uses clutches so if it think its going to spin it engages and shuts off when its not needed auto is honestly the best option

[@joshhanson915]

Poorly executed. I am a homebody mechanic and know about 4x4 systems but you confused the hell out of me at the end....

[@whiterabbit3402]

I drove on a dirt road in 4 low. Then shifted to Park as it was still engaged in 4 low drive. Was I suppose to turn it back 2W or just leave it in 4low for the time being as I’m off roading at camp site. I start truck and it’s still engaged in 4low. Truck still ran fine?

[@HairBandDan]

So always drive in 4 low on dry pavement GOT IT 😂

[@JS-xr9ri]

Do the front differential gears spin when 4wd high is not activated while driving?

[@StayPositive-sd8op]

When I switch mine from 4 low to 4 high I hear a thump underneath. I like your video

[@whooshkaboomie]

Turning that button seems hard work. I'll wait till the new technology comes out with a voice command for shifting gears.

[@johnmccullough1401]

Excellent video

[@justinconcepcion9356]

Ok so when hauling a boat you can put it on auto and when launching or retrieving you put it on 4wd low but do you need to use trailer mode ?????? Or it doesnt need to be on ??

[@joehill647]

So can I shift from 2w to 4h while driving (under 35mph) with my foot still on gas pedal? Or should I keep rolling, switch to 4h with foot off of gas pedal?

[@brianwinter1866]

Need straight answer please.. I figure I just need to put it in neutral then switch to 4low..right? No need for parking break or BOP-IT knob/shifter changes?

[@Ivanslav1]

Great info. I thought you had to drive less than 35 to switch from auto to 2 and vice versa

[@kosieS]

Question I launch my boat and retrieve it. On concrete slipway. Rear tires go into water and its slippery as shit. To retrieve the boat I struggle getting traction and wheel spin a few times till I go. Should I use auto or 4lo to back into water and then pull boat out? I have a 2006 Nissan pathfinder. And boat is about 4500lbs

[@jbird1921]

This is the bestest video I could have watched much live brotha

[@psyfertech]

the owners manual of my 16 sierra says to never use 4 wheel on pavement causes excess wear on the components

[@CenturianCornelious]

Ooooo, kilometers! You're a fancy boy!

[@jennzifur]

This is a Canadian dealership. You couldn’t tell?

[@abuhashemus68]

Easy way I own Sierra I am in Saudi Arabia I use it in dessert all the time (off-road) every time before you engage the 4WD you need to disable the the traction control then put the gear in neutral then engage the 4WD to the suitable condition off-road condition then put the gear in D and drive. If it is deep sand make sure take off air out of the tyres (15 psi) pressure

[@Chief6067]

2014 GMC Sierra at Can anyone please tell me in what position the gear selector needs to be to switch into 4WD high? Plus does truck need to be rolling or static ? I’m a newb and I don’t want to break something that’s gonna take thousands to repair Thanks ahead of time

[@geoffbartlett1300]

Very helpful video ,thanks

[@DrHogfan]

I shifted from 2wd to auto (while in motion) when my canyon started fishtailing in the rain. Is it ok to do that or should you stop and put it in Neutral first?

[@jarrettmbarnett]

Yes totally okay to do at any speed. The vehicle computer will automatically switch between 2 wheel drive and 4 wheel drive if rotation speed changes on any of the wheels (indicating slippage / loss of traction). If wheels start slipping, power is transferred to all 4 wheels. If no slippage, power only to 2 wheels

[@patrickmulligan3101]

Should the auto locking light be on during 4WD auto

[@rawws2232]

Can you use auto when hauling a trailer

[@gyrene1966]

2012 Acadia w/approx 85K mi well maintained has recently been shifting into 4wd on the fly and randomly. Brought it into one of the few remaining Sears Auto Centers few mos ago where they changed the tranny fluid w/out disturbing filter/pan. Noticeable downshift and Traction Control Off, Service Stabilitrak, Service Traction Control and Engine Power is Reduced msgs come on as result. Thoughts please, thanks!

[@Newtrail100]

You're F U C K E D 😩

[@gyrene1966]

@R1900 that's what I was afraid of but brought it to GMC dealer where I was informed chances are it has something to do with gas pedal(?) minor issue abt $250 just haven't done it yet

[@paulgarcia3797]

should I have it in 2 wheel drive auto for normal driving or just 2 ?

[@michaelsharp7611]

What about towing someone out of the ditch in the snow what gear should I use

[@hamdanae]

I am confused, you say vehicle should be moving below 5 km per hour while shifting and you say it should be in neutral while shifting, so how can the vehicle be moving below 5km and at the same time be neutral...!, The vehicle moves only in D gear

[@jonallen1985]

To complicating I like my manual shifting transfer case in my 2018 Silverado work truck

[@TheLoneWolf449]

I don't know why, but it really bugged me how this lady was shifting the truck. She puts her hand on the top and pushes down, rather than pulling down from the bottom like practically everyone else I've seen.

[@JeepCherokeeful]

Randy Perkes Cause this person has never owned a pickup, and never will! All for show, ya know!

[@TheLoneWolf449]

I guess, thats just really awkward, to me it seems like anyone would naturally pull down, not push

[@348frank348]

that's how they pull the frying pan out of the shelve

[@TheLoneWolf449]

348frank348 (:o

[@nickbecerra9360]

JeepCherokeeful thank you 😂 thought i was the only one who noticed

[@348frank348]

this is soo simple and straightforward ☺ i will show this to my wife so she learns how to use it ☺ I'm sure the transfer case won't explode from underneath the truck ☺

[@robertpaul3675]

Haha

[@larryfinke6133]

You can switch to 4 hi, but first you have to put it in reverse, drive 1 mile under 70mph, then briefly turn your key to acc while holding down the brake, then engage the parking brake while holding the shift knob and applying a light but firm pressure to the gas, then rev to 6000rpm and drop er in drive!

[@dannydanko4627]

Glad im not the only one who felt more confused after watching the video.

[@TheTruth-ge7fj]

And dont forget to engage atleast once a summer that 4x4 so the magnet that engages 4x4 wont get stuck and wont work during hard times.

[@austinmiller2604]

Never even new about that neutral option for the t-case had to give credit were it was due

[@OooohhYeeah]

To shift to/from 4hi to 2wd anything under 80km you're fine, 4low your best to be stopped before turning to it. You don't need neutral as your trans is disengaged anyways..

[@ronjeff8260]

Thank you for the information. Some things you said needs editing

[@jrmyflint]

extremely helpful video

[@WestridgeBuickGMC]

Thanks Jeremey! We're glad you found it useful :)

[@348frank348]

sarcasm intended?

[@nova-io4fk]

jeremy flint .

[@32rumandcoke]

Wow that wasn't confusing at all!

[@violaperea1867]

Thank you!

[@millibarman]

Ya..... could you repeat the middle part? “The sum of the square roots of any two sides of an isosceles triangle is equal to the square of the remaining side” Riiiiiight ... Got it! 🤕

[@imgonnagogetthepapersgetth8347]

"That's a RIGHT triangle, you idiot!!" ;-)

[@12401275]

that was extremely hard to understand!!! just dont use the 4 low if you want to keep your transmission alive

[@toddmerriott6901]

I’m so confused, why do I put it in nuetral to go back to 2 high? The beginning of the video says I can go to 4wd at and speed????

[@chrisrodgers9564]

So im supposed to shift gears overhanded??

[@blake102989]

The neutral for towing would be good for security so no one can drive off with your truck

[@tristanwwsd]

That's exactly what I was thinking. As long as it doesn't reset after shutdown, but it sounds like it won't.

[@AngelGonzalez-yt5ie]

You can’t shift to 4wd low when in drive and not moving?

[@Chief6067]

Found out it doesn’t matter, you can shift on the fly or not, it’s easy

[@caseih-pz9vp]

Good grief glad both of my trucks have a lever and hope my next truck has a lever also I do not have wait for light to stop flashing to get going.

[@Dieselserviceman]

Proper operation of the The Tampax knob

[@farmingandmercedesbenz4140]

When im on 4 high and turning left or right im getting something like front wheels are blocking on asphalt road is that normal ?

[@tristanwwsd]

Not sure exactly what you mean, but you can usually feel something odd while engaged in 4wd and turning.

[@velabela7634]

😐I'm so confused🤔

[@348frank348]

Vela Suarez don't fear!!!! just... leave the knob where it is 😶

[@leetnessgaming9751]

Go make us a sandwich woman.

[@Eric345]

Because you’re a woman. This video is intended for young men that didn’t have their father to teach them this. All you have to worry about is if your man is properly trained to this.

[@ahmedwzqr7126]

@@leetnessgaming9751 hhhhhhhhhhhh and put neutral mastard on it

[@robmininni8878]

THANKS TIPS

[@pra3t0rian]

Nice shoes.

[@Guyslaptop]

Holy shit there are a shit ton of steps

[@WestridgeBuickGMC]

It's fairly simple when you boil it down. A lot of people aren't aware of the process though, so we figured we'd make a video to help!

[@348frank348]

West Buick I'd like to see the script the guy was reading

[@ramonayala1982]

nice video. When I drive on 4x4 high, How come it wont let me do a you turn? feels like something os rubbing. I have 2015 Silverado.

[@Metalbass1979]

Ramon Ayala It's because your front wheels are both trying to drive the truck while rotating at the same speed. When in 2wd, the front wheels are able to spin independently of each other so you can turn easier.

[@ramonayala1982]

rinos88 make sense now. Thank you:-)

[@alisiddiqi6408]

rinos88 isn't it actually because of the differential between the rear and front, not the front wheels?

[@348frank348]

because your axles are binding and are wanting to send shrapnel flying into the cab of the truck

[@noahkaul9781]

Jesus Christ it's like watching a tutorial on how to drive a rocket 😳

[@TheBobbyreece5]

thank you very much for the informative video

[@WestridgeBuickGMC]

No problem, glad you found it useful!

[@teresrodri8087]

Bobby Reece my. Chevy tahoe 4wheel drive not functioning what can i do.. ..

[@juanprenteria5077]

The neutra option its for what ?

[@831CaliSavage]

I always have my truck in auto is that bad ?

[@drivechevys2673]

Forget this video pull out the trucks manual instead this guy is pretty much teaching us how to start a helicopter 😂

[@cesareduardorodriguez2539]

Why it doesn't go back to 2wd and the light on the button doesn't flash only in 4wd

[@onegoodturngetsmostofthebl7499]

How can the truck be moving if transmission is in neutral, unless you're perpetually on a downward slope? Conflicting instructions....

[@marcuswillson4523]

ugh, unless your wheel bearings are shit you can roll in neutral.

[@alejandroprieto7759]

Can I use auto for regular Drive or city Drive ?

[@TheLoneWolf449]

You can however, it wouldn't be recommended as it decreases fuel mileage and makes it more difficult to do tight turns. Plus why would you need it in town?

[@Michaelmatallana]

I use the auto 4wd mode in town when raining heavily.

[@stegomon]

I like getting out of my truck and locking my hubs in. and the old fashion manual t-case. then I know I have 4wd

[@welfarepolice4761]

That's rite locking hubs and a Dana 300

[@prosperity4444]

What mode is best for hill descent

[@marshalkwt]

4 low

[@MrRGiller]

It's not a good idea to run a truck in 4wd on dry pavement for any length of time. It can eventually wear out the drivetrain prematurely.

[@alisiddiqi6408]

Roy Giller what about the auto mode on wet pavement? I'm not sure if it has a center diff but wouldn't that let it turn without damaging the transfer case?

[@MrRGiller]

The auto mode should be OK on wet pavement but I only engage my auto 4WD during light periods of snow. I have good, all terrain tires on my 4WD so I don't need to use the auto 4WD on my truck if the pavement is wet. However, you should be fine.

[@alisiddiqi6408]

Roy Giller if I don't have an auto mode, but I can electronically switch while under 60 between 2 and 4hi, would it be ok to just switch to 2 for cornering in snow?

[@MrRGiller]

Ali Siddiqi Sure, that would be OK but I wouldn't run it in 4WD for a long period on dry pavement. Also, keep in mind, it's a good idea to engage your 4WD at least once a month for at least a mile or more to keep everything lubed up. I do this in my truck down a dirt road at least once a month to keep everything lubed up for about a mile. Hope this helps?

[@alisiddiqi6408]

Roy Giller definitely, thanks a ton man

[@brianw612]

Important! if you are towing the truck while on 4 wheels (dolly towing) with the selector in N, you must disconnect the negative battery cable.

[@prosperity4444]

Why

[@pedroalvarez1774]

On city should we drive on Auto or 2 low.??

[@348frank348]

Pedro Alvarez put it on 2lo but only over 70mph

[@marcuswillson4523]

2high? there is no 2 low...

[@josephromero1596]

Is it bad to always drive in Auto?

[@giovanniralejo9017]

Woman driving trucks are rare

[@christopherbell7159]

what is neutral for

[@k0nk0n]

christopher bell When your vehicle is being towed.

[@348frank348]

because you broke the transfer case

[@MarkJacksonGaming]

-- Was going to say. I wouldn't recommend 4 wheel low over 5 or 6 mph. Just tow boats in and out of launches with it. Not going 5mph to do that.

[@everetteromero1799]

What is kilometers to mph?

[@oxyfide]

Anyone with a 4x4 gmc hear binding when on wet pavement in 4x4 and turning?

[@VETOTHEGWEDO]

Them slippers tho!!

[@dsmtuner09]

I’ve learned more from flyboythaace than this video.......

[@claydaugherty2787]

How do change knob out

[@HORALE714]

Can you keep it on auto 24/7...???

[@348frank348]

STEADYMOBBIN yes

[@latinoheat111]

When I go to 4 wheel drive on my truck it feels like something is rubbing on something when I turn. any explanation

[@WestridgeBuickGMC]

Hey Josue, it can be hard to say without seeing it first hand. If you are on solid pavement though, and the wheels cannot slip easily, and you are in 4 high or 4 low, then yes, this can be common. It's reccomended to only use 4WD high or low when the wheels can slip.

[@Jake-sg1xr]

Ive noticed the same with mine, is that normal or should i get it looked at?

[@WestridgeBuickGMC]

You can give our service department a call at 855-829-1805. They can give you more info on if it's anything to be concerned with.

[@Trident_Euclid]

Josue Sotelo That's normal. it happens because the front wheels are looked. which means they are both moving at the same speed all the time 4WD mode is engaged.

[@chadsteele1]

If in four wheel the u-joints bind under the torque when at extreme left or right. You will feel this in the steering wheel.

[@xxdragonslayerxxx6705]

Wtf! My dyslexia just had a stroke!