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Originally Posted by Satter
I would absolutely love to do that. Unfortunately there is no where to run the 4WD off-road around where I live. I recently learned the hard way not to run the 4WD on asphalt. I did that and ended up destroying my transfer case. Both my front axel and transfer case have recently been replaced.
I spoke to the stealership. They told me vehicles with 4WD will have the front axel, back axel, and transfer case serviced. Cost $375.
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You can drive in 4WD on hard surfaces (regular roads) as long as you aren't turning. It is required in the manual to drive for ~5 miles minimum each month in 4WD to keep components lubed. Your transfer case probably was destroyed because it wasn't serviced!
I personally shift into 4WD anytime I think its been about a month and I'm at a stop light on a straight road - then drive in 4WD until I need to make a turn, back to 2WD then I'm good for another month. It is even more important with a Limited, as the electronic actuator can seize if not used regularly.
-Charlie
edit: That's a reasonable cost for the dealer fluid change - but also should be motivation to do it yourself... And save ~$300.
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