Bronco comes to a full stop by itself

[710-oil-614]

And I appreciate it! But apparently I’m not smart enough to reach for it.

Hey I learned something new about the 80 series LCs - They call it full time 4wd but it operates more like subaru's symmetrical AWD but with front and rear lockers and 4L - that's pretty impressive!

So if you're coming from an 80 series LC I can understand where your head was at.

Don't worry - doing it once won't (shouldn't) kill your Bronc. Just 4A it moving forward!

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[8cam]

Don't go 70 in 4low either

I wonder what 10th gear will get to in 4L?

 

[broncobase1]

Full time 4WD and AWD have the disadvantage of having to replace all four tires if one gets damaged. Just about all SUVs are AWD. Having part time 4WD is one of the reasons I went with Bronco.

 

[vzqhsg]

After buying the Bronco, how about a party hat and a kazoo?

Don't go to parties, a kazoo would be nice!! :0)

 

[Big L 65]

This will void your drivetrain warranty. Damage caused by running in 4h or 4l on pavement is not going to be covered. You can cause significant damage to the axles and transfercase. If you ever need any warranty work you should never mention you made this mistake.

Ford will cover it if there is driveline damage . Out of good faith trustFord

 

[BRBUSTER72]

Don't go to parties, a kazoo would be nice!! :0)

Never driven anything other than conventional 4wd, and with them binding is definitely noticeable on hard surfaces. I have never had one come to a complete stop though, always clutched before the engine died. Don't know if it would stay engaged but the one pedal button driving would that when letting off of the gas and then move when reapplying throttle. Great feature for offroad, ultra low speed cruise control in my BD. Sorry for being so poorly written. I meant that when the one pedal driving button is engaged it will come to a complete stop when letting off of the gas.

 

[RHeinz]

This has been a fun thread! Thanks OP!

My 2 cents (other than I did the same thing). TRADITIONAL 4 Wheel Drive Systems were always a “locked up”, front/rear drive system. From the WW2 Jeep ( I own a 50 Willys CJ3A), up to at least the CJ5, the last CJ I owned, all were “lock up” 4 wheel drive systems. The ”slipping” transfer case technology did not traditionally exist. I’m going to guess it came about in the late 70’s or early 80’s (I could be wrong). I would be pretty sure that unless you’ve got a “Soccer Mom” 4 wheel drive, it will be a “lock up” system. That is one of the main reasons I bought a 6G Bronco.

In a “locked up” 4 wheel drive system, being in 4H or 4L without wheel slippage is an absolute NO NO!

 

[Br0nc0_Badlands_Sasquatch]

read the manual

 

[Tilzbow]

I once drove a brand new 2006 GMC diesel pickup 300 miles over several mountain passes while towing a 10,000 pound trailer with the truck in 4H the entire trip. It was a interstate trip with no sharp turns. I’d put the truck in 4H to get the trailer off a dirt pad and forgot to put it back in 2H before hitting the road. That truck’s tranny, transfer case and the rest of its drive train was still fine 10 years later when I sold it so I doubt the OP caused any problems for their rig. That said I wouldn’t recommend anyone follow my forgetfulness and stupidity!

 

[SPITmadFIRE]

We’re gonna be just like the 4Runner subreddit soon, and someone’s gonna claim they hit 70mph in 4L aren't they

 

[ColonelAngus]

Full time 4WD and AWD have the disadvantage of having to replace all four tires if one gets damaged. Just about all SUVs are AWD. Having part time 4WD is one of the reasons I went with Bronco.

Not as relevant with Bronco's but worth pointing out for anyone curious with awd vehicles. It wouldn't be necessary to replace all four unless there is a large amount of wear on the tires to begin with. If your tires were in pretty good shape, you could do one, or if they are a little more worn, replace both on the same axle and you shouldn't have any ill effects. Some manufactures are a little more picky about it (Subaru for example) but even with them, if you have 3 tires at 3/4 tread for a example, you can just replace one... It's not a one size fits all solution kinda thing....

 

[RHeinz]

I once drove a brand new 2006 GMC diesel pickup 300 miles over several mountain passes while towing a 10,000 pound trailer with the truck in 4H the entire trip. It was a interstate trip with no sharp turns. I’d put the truck in 4H to get the trailer off a dirt pad and forgot to put it back in 2H before hitting the road. That truck’s tranny, transfer case and the rest of its drive train was still fine 10 years later when I sold it so I doubt the OP caused any problems for their rig. That said I wouldn’t recommend anyone follow my forgetfulness and stupidity!

Yup, thankfully the drive trains are over designed for those of us who make mistakes. No issues with the drive train…. The tires only lasted 5000 miles, but no issues with the drive train.

When I pulled into that parking spot in 4H, I could feel and hear my tires grinding off. It was an ugly sound….

 

[MrOzMan]

Everyone is saying dry pavement. I feel like this needs to be said. Don’t use 4 high or 4 low on wet or dry pavement. If the road is covered in snow or ice, that is ok. It’s for dirt, mud, snow or ice. 2 high or 4 auto for pavement, or any surface that provides decent traction.

 

[Derbystud]

Ok ok it makes perfect sense. I knew about 4H vs 4A, just didn't think about it at the time. I come from a Land Cruiser which is full time 4wd and this isn't even a consideration...unless you do something stupid like leave the lockers engaged. FWIW I've been doing this a long time, know exactly how 4wd works, low/high, locking diffs, etc. But this is an area where the Bronco works a little differently from traditional 4wd vehicles. I won't forget it again.

No the Bronco is a traditional 4wd vehicle.

 

[Sparkherd]

Note to self. Never, never buy a used bronco.

Never buy a used 4X4

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