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Thread: 4x4 light, 4x4 engaged. cannot shut off. Actuator - xfer case replaced 1 Mo. ago.

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    Question 4x4 light, 4x4 engaged. cannot shut off. Actuator - xfer case replaced 1 Mo. ago.

    I have the 4x4 light stuck on and the 4x4 is engaged. Cannot shut it off. I replaced the actuator motor on the transfer case a month ago and now this has cropped up.
    Any Ideas?

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    My guess is that the transfer case clutch wasn't previously activated, but now that it is, it is triggering some transfer case related error. Do you have a way to check the codes with INPA or some other BMW specific scanner?
    A transfer case fluid change might help, if you haven't done that already.

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    Was the new motor registered as replaced in the VTG control unit?

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    I have a clicking noise under acceleration. Sounds like its coming from the right front but could be wrong. I know its not the center support bearing. Wondering if its a CV joint or something within the transfer case.
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eU_VuftfMvI
    this is a video of someone else but it sounds just like that. However, it doesn't make any clicking noise when I am turning, only when the wheels are straight and I am accelerating. Does not do it while coasting or off of the gas.

    Any help would be greatly appreciated.

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