4x4 not engaging?

2015 CHEVROLET SILVERADO
117,000 MILES • V8 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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CINTHIA789
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I'm having issues trying to figure out why 4x4 won't engage. Have tried all sorts of things and read threads and post about issue. Do you have any suggestions or the wiring diagram on what I can check.
Jun 13, 2023 at 1:45 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

I'm not sure if you have a push button or manual transfer case. So, I went with the push button and a 5.3L engine. If that isn't correct, let me know.

What exactly happens when you try to engage the 4wd? Does the light turn on indicating 4wd but doesn't engage? Does the 4wd light flash or does nothing happen?

Let me know. Also, I attached the wiring schematic for the push button transfer case circuit. Again, let me know if that isn't what you have.

Take care,

Joe

See pics below. Note: The schematic was two pages. I had to cut each page in half to make it readable. I did overlap them so you can follow from one to the next.

Jun 13, 2023 at 8:52 PM
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CINTHIA789
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Hi, thank you so much for responding. It is a 6.6L engine, and nothing happens on the selector switch. No lights at all. I'm not entirely sure what you mean by manual transfer case? My apologies if that's not much help.
Jun 13, 2023 at 9:10 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

Is this a 2500? I need to know to confirm the schematics I'm looking through. As far as the manual vs automatic shift transfer case is one you have to press a button and the other automatically engages the 4wd when the vehicle experiences a slip in traction.

As far as the issue, you mentioned nothing happens when you turn the switch, so I assume it is manual 4wd.,

I attached the wiring schematic below for the circuit so that you have a reference. There are two fuses I would like you to check. See pic 3 below. When you check these fuses, it is important to confirm there is power to and from the fuse as well.

Here is a link that explains how to check:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-a-car-fuse

Let me know what you find. Also, let me know if your truck automatically goes into 4wd if it slips.

Take care,

Joe

See pics below.
Jun 14, 2023 at 8:53 PM