I just put that 15amp fuse in its place as you demonstrated, and presto, it works perfectly! Thank you so much, I've been wanting to do this for a very long time, but figured I'd need to remove the rear driveshaft perhaps. This was much easier, and of course will be so easy when I need the AWD back. Thanks man, God bless, you're a lifesaver!
I have a Forester 2007 rhd 2ltr non turbo petrol and my car has a manual gearbox high and low gearing, also I do have the option of a FWD fuse connection in the fuse box as shown. So it is NOT only Automatics that have this capability.
@@ivanlopez8648 I have a video called how to change a subaru from awd to front wheel drive in 10 seconds. You will see the fuse port under the hood on the firewall passenger side. I have been doing it for over 12 years with no problems.
@@AdirondackNY Hi there I have a 2007 subaru 2.5 XS, ive removed the fuse and car drives perfectly. But im confused as some people say it will damage the gearbox and some say that it won't damage the gearbox. Please help
@@shaunvandermerwe4350 I have never had a problem and I never heard of anyone having a gear box problem from doing this. If anything I feel it will extend the life of the gear box.
I've done this with my '96 & '99 Legacy for years, and I have never had a problem at all. There is an outboard fuse housing that reads FWD in them. I am probably going to buy a 2002 Forrester thanks dor the knowledge.
Explain please? Is this an action for temporary mismatch front v rear? Why is it RIP TC if done long term? Handling suffers, ok. Mileage might even (should) improve. Car will now tolerate different tyre size from front to rear. Yes?
Bought a 98 for 500$ been worried that missing awd fuse was important thanks for posting now I know it is supposed to not be there :) love my forrester. Most realiable 10,000 miles on it in 3 months : )
Why? Because could damage the transfer case/differential if replacement for flat tire differs from other 3 tires....that is when it is necessary to disable all wheel drive.
I'm skeptical about the fuel savings. Basically this is only de-coupling the center differential from the rear drive shaft, correct? If so, then the rear wheels are STILL passively rotating the rear diff as the front end of the car drags the back end along the road. There will still be mechanical drag turning the rear diff over and sloshing its oil about too. If you had hub-idlers on the rear axles, then yes, I believe there might be a saving of mechanical drag. Anyone care to enlighten ?
Since the spare tire is not the same size as the other tires, you need to convert from AWD to front wheel drive. If this is not done, the differential will be damaged.
How the trip.went? You mentioned that is not reccomended to do this swap, why is not reccomended? Could it damage any part in particular? Selenoid 100% in duty? How it works when is awd? Nice video.
SUBARU's are one of the best known 50-50 or 43-57(s.th like that) cars, that are always AWD,no interior switch to disable, they have a fantastic AWD, they handle superb in corners for the pretty noticeable body roll they experience, but they absorb road imperfections and in the corners with the jumps and swells asphalt, the car takes the corner like a champ, as long as you keep the accelerator pressed and have the Subie beautiful AWD system pulling you in the right direction. I wound't do that, Why save some fuel on a long trip, I am the type of driver who prefers to push newer lower cars in the corners, chase their a$$.
Yours must be a little different, thought you were supposed to use the 10A fuse. I'm presently doing this on a 2002 outback. Same.. seems split 50/50 on if it does damage or not. It is maddening.
From what I've read seems to be ok for vehicle that does the quick trips to work or even single light duty longer haul. As someone else posted though mechanical drag still exists so I'm not sure how much better mpg is, cause the rotating assembly still gets pulled along.
@@makinawake9178 I've done pretty much good research too and it *seems* to suggest that there is still savings because they are not being *powered* even though they are still rotating. Much like why using AC *doesn't* save gas because of when it engages vs not engaged.. still spinning too. My tires were potential mismatch so I have destroyed the trans at least once so.. I got my fuse in. Seems to be OK with the 5 amp in there from a different car. Used the 10 for awhile. FWD is alight on dash.
@82 KID just an FYI there is always the cheap option of brand new tires discount brand...look for the tread life to be around 50k kms In Canada these can be had for about 500$ installed at Canadian tire. I did this because I'm getting new rims soon, lift and then of course will have decent tires at that point but they won't fit yet.
My manual for 2011 Subaru Forester states: Continuing to drive with the AWD warning light flashing can damage the powertrain. If the AWD warning light starts to flash, promptly park in a safe place and check whether the tires have differing diameters and whether any of the tires has an excessively low inflation pressure. What am I missing and is it really OK to drive in front wheel drive mode?
Manual is absolutely correct. This is NOT some gimmick to "turn" a Forester into FWD long term. If one REALLY doesn't want to do that the only other way is to get a FULL size spare tire for post-2006 Foresters. If you use the donut you HAVE to do this, and ONLY for a SHORT time. Pre-2006 Foresters came with a FULL size spare and hence no need to do this (owner's manual also doesn't mention this procedure as it is not needed. Only the 2006 and up with the donut spare needs this)
This is for EMERGENCY purposes ONLY. AS IN rear diff damage offroad and need to drive back to get help but cannot engage rear diff. Stick fuse in 2wd slot, drive back with 2wd only. OR tow truck does not have a flatbed to lift all 4 wheels off ground, and has to tow with 2 front tires up, disengage AWD by again inserting fuse into 2wd slot as to not damage your rear diff/ tranny. Never do this otherwise, it WILL damage your trans over time.
Absolutely correct. This is NOT some gimmick to "turn" a Forester into FWD long term. If one REALLY doesn't want to do that the only other way is to get a FULL size spare tire for post-2006 Foresters. If you use the donut you HAVE to do this, and ONLY for a SHORT time. Pre-2006 Foresters came with a FULL size spare and hence no need to do this (owner's manual also doesn't mention this procedure as it is not needed. Only the 2006 and up with the donut spare needs this)
absolute nonsense! Switching the car over to FWD will not hurt it at all by leaving it like that for long periods of time. You can run for years with your subaru only in FWD mode (using the fuse method) and it will not cause any damage at all. you want to know how I know this? because I have done it. thats how. stop spreading false information my dude.
You could connect a switch on the dashboard . How and where does it disconnect mechanically. . although surprised it saves much fule as thw drive train is still having to turn because of the wheels turning. . Thats why free wheeling and locking hubs are used on 4x4s.. im guna try it though x)
So is there suposed to be a fuse in there for the fwd to work? Or no fuse? I want fwd and my car has the 20 app fuse in the fwd fuse spot. I'm confused plez help!
Hey so I had to fuse in already, but is there gonna be a light saying fwd or is there no light compared to older models? Cause right now the awd light is still on in mine and I have an 06 forester
Ok. But how do I reactive the AWD. I removed the fused. But AWD doesn’t Active in the snow anymore only the back right tire starts to spin on the snow and the Subaru doesn’t move. You really have to burn rubber for AWD to active but it only happens once in a blue moon. Help!
+knightflyte I received a 5-7 mpg increase with highway and city driving. I have been running it the same way since. I would suggest to set to AWD when weather conditions become nessesary. Hope this advice was helpful. Let me know how your results pan out also!
+Jordan Horwitz Thanks Jordan... Talk about coincidence. I bought my 2007 Forester this past Saturday and just today I got a flat tire on the rear passenger side. I had left the manual at home to read up on some of the features so I had no clue about the fuse. Luckily I remembered your comment about Subaru's recommended flat tire procedure and your instruction to insert the fuse in the fuse box slot. Helped tremendously Thanks.
I think there's a reason why Subaru didn't have a switch on the dash. That said, is it safe to so this mod? i.e hook up a switch on the dash? I think changing this while the car is in motion may potentially be catastrophic, hence the hence fuse under the hood. I may be wrong but correct me if I am.
albertlagerman Yes.Manual transmissions don't have a fwd fuse. The 4WD is strictly mechanical and varies via a self contained VLSD which is impossible to control electronically.
Great information! I have the same forester, year and color! I been wanting to do more then a few things to it, from tune up to catalytic convertor replacement. I have seen many great information out there, hopefully you can record any maintenance or part replacements you do on it. This would help me out a bunch. THANKS!
Have you had any problems such as transmission or driveline issues from running it in FWD? I did a bit of reading and it was frowned upon to do this, but it was there's just in case. The reason I ask this is because a certain number of friends are peer pressuring me to do this to my OBS so I can do a one time burnout. Probably won't last more than five or ten seconds. Thanks!
2Bass 2Furious I wouldnt recommend a burnout either. maybe you did already....but remember that the car is designed to distribute the torque to all wheels at once....and yes, it splits unevenly at times....but putting too much torque to only 2 wheels could go beyond what they were designed to handle. normal driving in front wheel mode shouldnt be a problem in regard to the torque.
roozie2012 Do you have a manual tranny? Manual transmissions don't have a fwd fuse. The 4WD is strictly mechanical and varies via a self contained VLSD which is impossible to control electronically.
+Eddie It should since if you get a flat tire you are supposed to insert the fuse to prevent damage to the transmission and differentials on the all time AWD.
53alive i have a 2010 Impreza and the fuse for fwd is inside the car, as in the fuse section next to the steering wheel. It might be there in all the newest models too
@@thecarsectionthecarsection6420 fwd is faster cuz it get more power in front not AWD which need to give all the wheels power lmao so everyone wants fwd besides rwd AWD is not famous at all unlike fwd and rwd (I speak facts)
Then explain y the fuse box says fwd and in an all wheel vehicle wats going to happen when you put the fuse in it turns off all power to the front ok because in the mud my back was spinning but not the front till I pulled the fuse then all 4 turned
Jean-Sébastien Guay you could damage the solenoid C in the transmission. Someone did this in Australia and broke the trany's solenoid c. Cost him 600 usd to replace. Fuel efficiency improvement will be very marginal ...so why do it in the first place?
Someone did this to their transmission in Australia? I haven't seen anybody say that they did it to their actual transmission everybody's just saying someone did it so what's the truth is this an urban myth are these people repeating other people? Or does it actually damage it? It hasn't damaged anything on mine yet it's been in front wheel drive for a year. Has anybody else had damaged?
@@ivayloipetkov say you cant afford to buy four new tires if one or two are bad, you could do so and insert the fuse so you don't ruin the all wheel drive since tire circumference would likely be different with fewer than 4 new tires.
@@vicktdock you are bypassing and modding a system putting strain on other parts that are costly. If you do not have money for 2 new bald tyres then buy second hand or borrow money to buy second hand. If that is not an option sell the car and buy a cheaper car. What happens if when you save 200 usd for tires you blow a part in the transmission costing 600. And you pay another 1000 to have it replaced? It's your money. If you are a friend I would advise you not to do it
@@ivayloipetkovI have done this before without problems. My subies are old, have an 04 and 08, and dont want to buy tires on the 08 until next winter arrives. I have two decent used tires to use replacing badly worn ones that have just been rotated to the rear after a new alignment, lower control arm previous to that. I know the tire brand and ware will be different, so making it 2wd actually will make it drive nicer, already did it and is great, will take our chances.
I just put that 15amp fuse in its place as you demonstrated, and presto, it works perfectly!
Thank you so much, I've been wanting to do this for a very long time, but figured I'd need to remove the rear driveshaft perhaps. This was much easier, and of course will be so easy when I need the AWD back. Thanks man, God bless, you're a lifesaver!
I have a Forester 2007 rhd 2ltr non turbo petrol and my car has a manual gearbox high and low gearing, also I do have the option of a FWD fuse connection in the fuse box as shown. So it is NOT only Automatics that have this capability.
please, how to change a 2014 Subaru 4x4 to 2x4? Thanks
I did this with a 1997 Subaru and it works great in the summer, I never had a problem & saved a bunch of fuel
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Can u show how did it, i ve 98outback
@@ivanlopez8648 I have a video called how to change a subaru from awd to front wheel drive in 10 seconds. You will see the fuse port under the hood on the firewall passenger side. I have been doing it for over 12 years with no problems.
@@AdirondackNY Hi there I have a 2007 subaru 2.5 XS, ive removed the fuse and car drives perfectly. But im confused as some people say it will damage the gearbox and some say that it won't damage the gearbox. Please help
@@shaunvandermerwe4350 I have never had a problem and I never heard of anyone having a gear box problem from doing this. If anything I feel it will extend the life of the gear box.
I've done this with my '96 & '99 Legacy for years, and I have never had a problem at all. There is an outboard fuse housing that reads FWD in them. I am probably going to buy a 2002 Forrester thanks dor the knowledge.
How u did it if u could give details thx sir
Great tip. Works like a charm on my '05 Impreza. Same fuse block, same fuse location.
RiP transfer case
Explain please?
Is this an action for temporary mismatch front v rear?
Why is it RIP TC if done long term?
Handling suffers, ok.
Mileage might even (should) improve.
Car will now tolerate different tyre size from front to rear.
Yes?
I put the fuse in and now my 1992 Forester goes up Womble Hill at over 100 mph. Thanks Man !
Umaxen 00 no such thing as 1992 Forester
@@Schultzy1992 bruh, it's a joke
Bought a 98 for 500$ been worried that missing awd fuse was important thanks for posting now I know it is supposed to not be there :) love my forrester. Most realiable 10,000 miles on it in 3 months : )
Why? Because could damage the transfer case/differential if replacement for flat tire differs from other 3 tires....that is when it is necessary to disable all wheel drive.
I'm skeptical about the fuel savings. Basically this is only de-coupling the center differential from the rear drive shaft, correct? If so, then the rear wheels are STILL passively rotating the rear diff as the front end of the car drags the back end along the road. There will still be mechanical drag turning the rear diff over and sloshing its oil about too. If you had hub-idlers on the rear axles, then yes, I believe there might be a saving of mechanical drag. Anyone care to enlighten ?
I been looking to do this to my 06 tribeca b9 and can't seem to find the fwd fuse location 😢
Anyone know how to do this with a 98 Impreza outback sport? Can’t find the fuse
Since the spare tire is not the same size as the other tires, you need to convert from AWD to front wheel drive. If this is not done, the differential will be damaged.
How the trip.went? You mentioned that is not reccomended to do this swap, why is not reccomended? Could it damage any part in particular? Selenoid 100% in duty? How it works when is awd? Nice video.
Thanks for the help. It worked perfectly, just as you shown, with my 2003. 'Preciate it dude
SUBARU's are one of the best known 50-50 or 43-57(s.th like that) cars, that are always AWD,no interior switch to disable, they have a fantastic AWD, they handle superb in corners for the pretty noticeable body roll they experience, but they absorb road imperfections and in the corners with the jumps and swells asphalt, the car takes the corner like a champ, as long as you keep the accelerator pressed and have the Subie beautiful AWD system pulling you in the right direction. I wound't do that, Why save some fuel on a long trip, I am the type of driver who prefers to push newer lower cars in the corners, chase their a$$.
I’ve got a 99 Impreza, I bought it fwd, but if I take out that fuse will there be any consequences?
Yours must be a little different, thought you were supposed to use the 10A fuse. I'm presently doing this on a 2002 outback. Same.. seems split 50/50 on if it does damage or not. It is maddening.
From what I've read seems to be ok for vehicle that does the quick trips to work or even single light duty longer haul.
As someone else posted though mechanical drag still exists so I'm not sure how much better mpg is, cause the rotating assembly still gets pulled along.
@@makinawake9178 I've done pretty much good research too and it *seems* to suggest that there is still savings because they are not being *powered* even though they are still rotating. Much like why using AC *doesn't* save gas because of when it engages vs not engaged.. still spinning too.
My tires were potential mismatch so I have destroyed the trans at least once so.. I got my fuse in. Seems to be OK with the 5 amp in there from a different car. Used the 10 for awhile. FWD is alight on dash.
The reason I'm doin it is i haven't got matching set of 4 tires yet. These cars seem to really prefer that. Still same kind and make ....
@82 KID just an FYI there is always the cheap option of brand new tires discount brand...look for the tread life to be around 50k kms
In Canada these can be had for about 500$ installed at Canadian tire. I did this because I'm getting new rims soon, lift and then of course will have decent tires at that point but they won't fit yet.
@@makinawake9178 I use Forceum Octa. $80 a tire. ZR
My manual for 2011 Subaru Forester states: Continuing to drive with the AWD warning light flashing can damage the powertrain. If the AWD warning light starts to flash, promptly park in a safe place and check whether the tires have differing diameters and whether any of the tires has an excessively low inflation pressure. What am I missing and is it really OK to drive in front wheel drive mode?
Manual is absolutely correct. This is NOT some gimmick to "turn" a Forester into FWD long term. If one REALLY doesn't want to do that the only other way is to get a FULL size spare tire for post-2006 Foresters. If you use the donut you HAVE to do this, and ONLY for a SHORT time. Pre-2006 Foresters came with a FULL size spare and hence no need to do this (owner's manual also doesn't mention this procedure as it is not needed. Only the 2006 and up with the donut spare needs this)
This is for EMERGENCY purposes ONLY. AS IN rear diff damage offroad and need to drive back to get help but cannot engage rear diff. Stick fuse in 2wd slot, drive back with 2wd only. OR tow truck does not have a flatbed to lift all 4 wheels off ground, and has to tow with 2 front tires up, disengage AWD by again inserting fuse into 2wd slot as to not damage your rear diff/ tranny. Never do this otherwise, it WILL damage your trans over time.
Wow... Is that how you would handle that situation??? Interesting, I would just, um ohhhh idk, put the car in neutral... But what do I know...
Absolutely correct. This is NOT some gimmick to "turn" a Forester into FWD long term. If one REALLY doesn't want to do that the only other way is to get a FULL size spare tire for post-2006 Foresters. If you use the donut you HAVE to do this, and ONLY for a SHORT time. Pre-2006 Foresters came with a FULL size spare and hence no need to do this (owner's manual also doesn't mention this procedure as it is not needed. Only the 2006 and up with the donut spare needs this)
@@andrewcanfield461 little
absolute nonsense! Switching the car over to FWD will not hurt it at all by leaving it like that for long periods of time. You can run for years with your subaru only in FWD mode (using the fuse method) and it will not cause any damage at all. you want to know how I know this? because I have done it. thats how. stop spreading false information my dude.
@@orion7741yeah if you done it for a long time then fr
Where is the gasoline pump fuse located Subaru Forester 2001?
I have the same car. It seems to have a noisy rear diff - would fwd mode prove it's the diff and not a wheel bearing?
You could connect a switch on the dashboard .
How and where does it disconnect mechanically. . although surprised it saves much fule as thw drive train is still having to turn because of the wheels turning. . Thats why free wheeling and locking hubs are used on 4x4s.. im guna try it though x)
Did you really gain 5mpgs on your trip?
Will this work with a 2015 auto subaru outback? We're trying to figure if the drive shaft or CVC joints are going bad. Thank you.
Does it work on the crosstrek similarly? Anyone?
So when I have fuse in on my dash it reads AWD... so yo have AWD do I put the fuse in or no?
Can I do this on my Mitsubishi Outlander 2006?
Is their a similar mod to make it rear wheel only?
No
So is there suposed to be a fuse in there for the fwd to work? Or no fuse? I want fwd and my car has the 20 app fuse in the fwd fuse spot. I'm confused plez help!
Put in fuse to achieve front wheel drive
it work only automatic subaru?
Hey so I had to fuse in already, but is there gonna be a light saying fwd or is there no light compared to older models? Cause right now the awd light is still on in mine and I have an 06 forester
Just did this with my 04 legacy and a fwd light came on
Do you know if it’s Is the same thing for 2004 Forester xt
Its the same for All Automatic Foresters, Turbo or not
can you get a solenoid that will fit and handle the switch better like one that is much less likely to fail with fwd like a upgraded one???
Ok. But how do I reactive the AWD. I removed the fused. But AWD doesn’t Active in the snow anymore only the back right tire starts to spin on the snow and the Subaru doesn’t move. You really have to burn rubber for AWD to active but it only happens once in a blue moon. Help!
Hey bud, did you try flushing the ECU? Disconnect the battery terminals and press the brakes for about a min. Please give us feedback. Good luck
Does this work on a 2009 Impreza??
does it really harm your car in any way? or is it safe
ΔΗΜΗΤΡΗΣ ΤΖΙΩΤΖΙΟΣ it shouldn't harm it at all, I've got a '10 Impreza and have tried it
@@jeremyd5556 actually over time as the electrical switch is holding the viscous couple in place it wears it down.
Me too I've got a 2010 impreza and im saving on gas right now
I got a 07 impreza wrx with the fwd slot but nothing there. How would I go about installing the fuse wire
I think the wrx is always awd in the manuals I've seen
What about the traction control after that trick?
Fantastic video
Can you use a tow dolly like his
Montana Nomad in short, no
So, did it work? What were your results?
+knightflyte I received a 5-7 mpg increase with highway and city driving. I have been running it the same way since. I would suggest to set to AWD when weather conditions become nessesary. Hope this advice was helpful. Let me know how your results pan out also!
+Jordan Horwitz
Thanks Jordan...
Talk about coincidence. I bought my 2007 Forester this past Saturday and just today I got a flat tire on the rear passenger side. I had left the manual at home to read up on some of the features so I had no clue about the fuse. Luckily I remembered your comment about Subaru's recommended flat tire procedure and your instruction to insert the fuse in the fuse box slot. Helped tremendously
Thanks.
Gas mileage?
how do you do this on a 2017
Nice work 👍
I see you dont have Secondary Air System under the hood? Did you remove it?
I think there's a reason why Subaru didn't have a switch on the dash. That said, is it safe to so this mod? i.e hook up a switch on the dash? I think changing this while the car is in motion may potentially be catastrophic, hence the hence fuse under the hood. I may be wrong but correct me if I am.
NO , not safe. Your concern is obvious.
@@Decimal86Mach I know people that have driven like this for over 40k miles. Pulling the fuse back out for random offroading without issue
You are right, this is the only reason. Its not safe to make a dash switch 😉
Is this only for automatic transmissions?
albertlagerman Yes.Manual transmissions don't have a fwd fuse. The 4WD is strictly mechanical and varies via a self contained VLSD which is impossible to control electronically.
Ivaylo Petkov no it’s for both. Not all models have it but some do
03 sg forester manual mine has one.
where r all the fuseboxes on a 2001 subaru
Thank you so much
Great information! I have the same forester, year and color! I been wanting to do more then a few things to it, from tune up to catalytic convertor replacement. I have seen many great information out there, hopefully you can record any maintenance or part replacements you do on it. This would help me out a bunch. THANKS!
Elsa Ceniceros I have done a few maintenance videos so far. Keep posted for future videos. Thank you for watching!
Actually 2 to 3 might is what I experienced with my 04 forrester. Also recommended if you have a flat tire and use the spare.
Have you had any problems such as transmission or driveline issues from running it in FWD? I did a bit of reading and it was frowned upon to do this, but it was there's just in case.
The reason I ask this is because a certain number of friends are peer pressuring me to do this to my OBS so I can do a one time burnout. Probably won't last more than five or ten seconds.
Thanks!
2Bass 2Furious I would not do a burnout, but my Subaru has been great so far
2Bass 2Furious I wouldnt recommend a burnout either. maybe you did already....but remember that the car is designed to distribute the torque to all wheels at once....and yes, it splits unevenly at times....but putting too much torque to only 2 wheels could go beyond what they were designed to handle. normal driving in front wheel mode shouldnt be a problem in regard to the torque.
how to do it on 2014 subaru forester xt
roozie2012 Do you have a manual tranny? Manual transmissions don't have a fwd fuse. The 4WD is strictly mechanical and varies via a self contained VLSD which is impossible to control electronically.
next time buy a TURBO MODEL = you will be shocked at how FUN - they are .
Not fun when the motor blows which will eventually happen!
This is for Auto-transmission models only. The only drawback is torque steer and wheel spin on turbo models.
02 wrx here, manual, it is on mine too
not just for AT, it works the same for Manual Transmissions as well.
That's not a 2007 I had an 08 different body style that's an 2009 or newer
I own this car personally, it’s a 2007 for sure
do you think it works for the 2016 subaru forester?
+Eddie It should since if you get a flat tire you are supposed to insert the fuse to prevent damage to the transmission and differentials on the all time AWD.
I checked the fuse box in my 2016 Subaru Forester, Touring model, but it did not seem to have a slot for FWD.
53alive i have a 2010 Impreza and the fuse for fwd is inside the car, as in the fuse section next to the steering wheel. It might be there in all the newest models too
Who wants a front wheel drive subaru
it reduces fuel consumption
@@EngiNetion again who wants a front wheel drive subaru if you feel that way about gas you should get on the bus.
@@thecarsectionthecarsection6420 fwd is faster cuz it get more power in front not AWD which need to give all the wheels power lmao so everyone wants fwd besides rwd AWD is not famous at all unlike fwd and rwd (I speak facts)
It doesn't go into front wheel it just turns off the front cv axles and makes it rear wheel drive only
Sorry, you are wrong. All the drive is sent to the left front.
Then explain y the fuse box says fwd and in an all wheel vehicle wats going to happen when you put the fuse in it turns off all power to the front ok because in the mud my back was spinning but not the front till I pulled the fuse then all 4 turned
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Usefull info, but too much useless details. Why is this "not recommended"? Do you have to remove the label:"symmetrical all wheel drive"? XD
Jean-Sébastien Guay you could damage the solenoid C in the transmission. Someone did this in Australia and broke the trany's solenoid c. Cost him 600 usd to replace. Fuel efficiency improvement will be very marginal ...so why do it in the first place?
Someone did this to their transmission in Australia? I haven't seen anybody say that they did it to their actual transmission everybody's just saying someone did it so what's the truth is this an urban myth are these people repeating other people? Or does it actually damage it? It hasn't damaged anything on mine yet it's been in front wheel drive for a year. Has anybody else had damaged?
@@ivayloipetkov say you cant afford to buy four new tires if one or two are bad, you could do so and insert the fuse so you don't ruin the all wheel drive since tire circumference would likely be different with fewer than 4 new tires.
@@vicktdock you are bypassing and modding a system putting strain on other parts that are costly. If you do not have money for 2 new bald tyres then buy second hand or borrow money to buy second hand. If that is not an option sell the car and buy a cheaper car. What happens if when you save 200 usd for tires you blow a part in the transmission costing 600. And you pay another 1000 to have it replaced? It's your money. If you are a friend I would advise you not to do it
@@ivayloipetkovI have done this before without problems. My subies are old, have an 04 and 08, and dont want to buy tires on the 08 until next winter arrives. I have two decent used tires to use replacing badly worn ones that have just been rotated to the rear after a new alignment, lower control arm previous to that. I know the tire brand and ware will be different, so making it 2wd actually will make it drive nicer, already did it and is great, will take our chances.