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.

[@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!

[@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.

[@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

[@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.

[@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.

[@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

[@bill_4888]

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

[@l.m652]

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

[@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!!

[@whooshkaboomie]

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

[@joshhanson915]

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

[@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

[@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

[@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?

[@HairBandDan]

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

[@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.

[@ballinboy0911]

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

[@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

[@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.

[@GuestYouTubeUser]

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

[@Ivanslav1]

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

[@rawws2232]

Can you use auto when hauling a trailer

[@StayPositive-sd8op]

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

[@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?

[@chrisrodgers9564]

So im supposed to shift gears overhanded??

[@michaelsharp7611]

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

[@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

[@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.

[@patrickmulligan3101]

Should the auto locking light be on during 4WD auto

[@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 ??

[@drivechevys2673]

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

[@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

[@kevinshearing481]

I can’t believe this is a dealership sponsored video. Never put the truck in 4 low unless you’re stuck in a mud hole in the middle of the mountains. Even then this is debatable. Do not put your truck in 4wd high and drive at highway speed! Any turn left or right turn on hard ground will cause the tire on the inside to bind as it is trying to go the same distance as it’s counterpart on the other side. This is not to say you can’t turn while in 4wd you just want to stay in the straightest line possible. Otherwise your putting a strain on your transmission. Repeated strain/binding of your transmission such as this will eventually cause a failure somewhere in your driveline. Universals, halfshafts, differentials, transfer case, driveshaft & or the transmission itself. In Dummy terms keep this in mind 4low is there for looks... not to use urban 4x4ers. 4x4high if you can’t see the lines on the road an the max speed limit is 35mph...still no sharp turns! My rule of thumb when in 4wd (unless your in 4+in of mud or snow and it’s supppppppper slick) never rotate the steering wheel more than 180*. That’s in Layman’s terms means... when the logo in the middle of the steering wheel is right side up and the vehicle is in a straight line... whether turning right or left... only turn till it’s upside down... no further. Sorry for man splainin... This applies across the board I don’t care what brand you drive. So 4lo no go, 4hi NOT on the interstate/highway. AWD (slick surfaces) all day long just not all season long. 2wd Everyday as often as possible.

[@kevinshearing481]

My truck 2015 GMC Sierra LD SLT3 Z71 6.2L

[@gordonwbell]

Auto or 4Hi are perfect for highway speeds when slick. Also, the transfer case when locked in 4 hi prevents the front and rear wheels from turning at different speeds during a turn. It’s not the inside vs outside but front to back that causes the binding and can break internal components in the transfer case or half shafts.

[@austinmiller2604]

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

[@quedogkualum]

Does the neutral light via knob comes on when vehicle is started?

[@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

[@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

[@giovanniralejo9017]

Woman driving trucks are rare

[@jbird1921]

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

[@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

[@831CaliSavage]

I always have my truck in auto is that bad ?

[@ronjeff8260]

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

[@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

[@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.

[@juanprenteria5077]

The neutra option its for what ?

[@christopherbell7159]

what is neutral for

[@k0nk0n]

christopher bell When your vehicle is being towed.

[@348frank348]

because you broke the transfer case

[@oxyfide]

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

[@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.

[@claydaugherty2787]

How do change knob out

[@carsonmeier2023]

it shouldn't be like the way he explained it it could have been explained a lot easier

[@elementcoinsPLCA]

While this video is helpful, it sounds like a slow monotone advertising disclaimer at the end of a promotion in England....

[@348frank348]

Federalist 46 😂😂😂😂😂 like a public service announcement for an AIDS commercial

[@thehandyman7537]

Push break pedal and the gas pedal. Open the doors turn lights on. Turn wipers. All At the same. Time. Wtf ? I'm confused

[@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.. ..

[@deere3321]

For those that are confused, get an AWD vehicle if it's too complicated for you.

[@rubensalinas5820]

Or if your Gunna drag race put it on 4high it will give you a better take off

[@desertdieselgang7985]

Ruben Salinas auto is best it will apply power where needed while keeping engine at max performance 4 high may cause the engine to bog down

[@rubensalinas5820]

You don't get what I'm saying.

[@tek6423]

What’s a kilometer?

[@toddmerriott6901]

How much is 72 kilometers

[@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...

[@tomweatherford7907]

I Stop to Change into A Different Change 4 Wheel Drive! And Drive in 2 Wheel High !

[@violaperea1867]

Thank you!

[@Fordraptor12]

I have no idea why this is not available on the 3rd generation GMC Yukon Denali or Escalade but now miraculously for 2015 they decided to bring it back. The lower end trim models of the 3rd generation Yukon seem to all have the 4wd selector but none of the denali's do. It makes no sense to me why the top end model of the Yukon would not get this feature. Instead they gave it stabilitrack, whatever that is and by the way it's described, stabilitrack is on all the time?!? Same goes for the third generation escalade. I don't like the looks of the new gm SUVs at all lol except the Tahoe which looks alright. I was really upset when I realized that you can't get a 3rd gen Denali or escalade with true 4wd 😔

[@dariuskila]

TIGER x GAMING Stock Denali and escaldes have AWD you can option for a two speed transfer case and than you could have 4WD

[@u1richh]

1:18 You forgot while racing.

[@wurly164]

Kilometers ?... Mph please

[@axelfoley1406]

lol canada

[@tumundodotorg]

Watch this on high speed play back while you're high... let me know.

[@kennethslauenwhite2890]

If you run a plow ,u really shouldn't operate in outo because it will take the clutches out ,always plow in 4Hi ,not to often u have to use 4 low range..,I have had 4wheel drives all my life..

[@StyleOverPolitics]

This whole video is the same as when I hear my Calculus teacher explaining equations on the board 🤦‍♂️

[@dustinmccall6494]

Who shifts like that 😂 2:25

[@fenderbender6826]

That's what I was gonna say lol

[@robmininni8878]

THANKS TIPS

[@PrimitiveVsns]

Brand new truck and first time in auto and now it won’t go back to 2 wheel, wth?!

[@pedroalvarez1774]

Wend purches your turck did came on aouto. Hos so you drive it on town? On 2 low or Auto

[@mexicanic4976]

Not even gonna watch the video, just came here to tell you all to not drive your damn truck in 4wd auto during summer!!! Fuck, we have so many people roll through the dealership complaining of 4wd issues and the first thing we see is the damn button on auto!!! STOP IT!!!

[@denvernuggets007]

So basically when used 4-low. The car is safer if it’s park!

[@jamor2549]

Why the hell would you give us KILOMETERS!!! Just say the MPH

[@prentices2737]

..silly ass dude is why ..

[@chuletasexy]

Probably canadian.

[@maxheadroom8097]

What is this kilometers per hour shit.....this is America. MPH

[@mominagha]

Anything anyone got from this continuous tutorial?

[@DeeRuss]

Why not translate Kilometers to Miles? The video and the narrator sounds American

[@heywardhollis1160]

Damn Canadians

[@NeverStopDIY]

The last part of this video is only if someone else is towing YOUR vehicle. It has nothing to do with the regular N position or 4 L. And the rest is really not that complicated. What's confusing you is the tone of his voice and the speed of his speech. He should make a short stop after every coma and end of a sentence.

[@jaimeabreu5734]

como armas un acoplamiento de una camioneta cherry

[@348frank348]

🍒

[@choward874]

Fk I'ma go get high now that shit game me anxiety! 😱

[@Marty48034]

Neutral--So easy. Hahahahahahaha!!

[@budrinka]

Why speaking in kilometers?

[@72plyduster1]

This is entirely to complicated no one could remember such a complicated procedure, most likely there will be a lot of transfer case repairs! And unhappy customers.

[@B.I.-EIO_macdonald9786]

Omg kmph. I am standard Whats 70? 60kmph in miles

[@خالدالعمري-ز8ل]

Can you add arabic translation

[@asid33]

shifting into 4 low wtf

[@annmorris6280]

Geez, Louise! What did he say????????????????????????????????????????????

[@donearl6675]

👍👍

[@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

[@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.

[@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?

[@JackFlak79]

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

[@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

[@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

[@williamelam6754]

Say whatttt!?!?!?

[@348frank348]

Willy Wonka write it down and paste it on your windshield

[@dsmtuner09]

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

[@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

[@whykatera81]

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

[@13Mickeysur]

Probably 851

[@marcaliventialiventi765]

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

[@CenturianCornelious]

Ooooo, kilometers! You're a fancy boy!

[@jennzifur]

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

[@Commbo]

It’s the worst video to watch on bed before sleep. You will knock out from the steps. Na na na na gear na na na na flashing na na na na caution. ooookay ok gd night