Santa FE SM (2001-06) :: 4wd Binding While Tight Turning Or Backing Up
Oct 25, 2016
I have a 2004 Santa Fe GLS 3.5L AWD. Months ago I occasionally started noticing a strange sensation when backing up like the wheels were binding. Since it was intermittent I really didn't think too much about it and I don't drive the SF much except during bad weather or on vacation trips. The issue has gotten much worse and happens every time I drive it. This past week it bound up while turning into a tight parking place.
It binds to the point that the vehicle will just stop under normal acceleration. Backing up it does the same thing. When I finally got pulled into the parking place it felt like someone bumped me (I don't remember if this was before or after placing in park). I also feel it when taking very tight switchbacks in the mountains.
So doing research on this I came across the TSB about the Transfer Case Control Module, however after visually inspecting my module I determined it was made in May 2004 so it does not apply to the TSB.
Is it possible my module just went bad? So I am wondering what I should try? Replace the module with a used one (if I can find one) or foot the $300+ bill for a new one. Either way does anything need to be done to program it?
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Right now I have the rear end on jackstands, I put the tranny in neutral and turned the driveshaft by hand in front of the diff. It will turn in one direction and then not go back the other way. Not to sound ignorant, but is that normal operation of the traction lock diff? Next thing, while turning the driveshaft by hand, there is a clicking noise coming from the transfer case area. I slid underneath and could hear it coming from the case. Is this noise normal? I have no other truck around here to compare too. I have used the search function here at the forum, I am just not finding my particular issue. The truck was not in 4wd when this happened either.
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I have noticed the noisy windshield wipers, the condensation on the windshield, minor binding problems when turning, and some hesitation/jumpiness in the throttle. I talked to a dealer today and they said if I had a list of things to fix, they could do it in a day.
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Its happened twice in three weeks now........when you shut down and start again everything is ok.
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Should I be concerned about this? I want to get it checked before the 60,000 mile mark in case this is a serious issue such as rack and pinion steering problems.
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Earlier this week, I'm not sure why I noticed that the steering was a little tight/heavy when turning left or right sometimes. It wasn't a major challenge just a little more strength then when driving straight.
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