2004 Ford Explorer Noise from the front wheels

2004 FORD EXPLORER
141,000 MILES • 4.6L • V8 • AWD • AUTOMATIC
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DANNYXC1128
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When I have my 4x4 activated I will go to get on the gas and it pops but only when I put the pedal at 3/4 throttle. It will also do this when I'm turning at low speeds. I also have noticed that the front two wheels I guess you could say have a shutter movement and they like stutter to turn. Any ideas what this could be?
Feb 25, 2015 at 7:34 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Is it clunking noise that feels like the front is slipping?
Feb 25, 2015 at 7:41 PM
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DANNYXC1128
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It some cases it does. It will hesitate when you have the wheel turned and the 4x4 engages.
Feb 26, 2015 at 6:39 PM
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DANNYXC1128
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This noise is not normal.. I can tell you that, It literally sounds like something is poping and seizing
Feb 26, 2015 at 6:54 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Based on your description, it sounds like the hubs are not full engaging when you select 4wd. Have they ever been serviced?
Feb 27, 2015 at 5:06 AM