Locking Hubs Stuck...Help!

[GSanders]

I recently purchased a 1998 2.4 4wd and the locking hubs are stuck in the free position. I'm guessing they haven't been serviced/used in awhile. When I say stuck, I mean I can't even move the switch to engage them. Any suggestions? Will liquid wrench or something similar free them up? Also, can I free up the switch by taking the wheel off and pulling the hub assembly apart? Never done that, but I'm willing to give it a go. Thanks for the help.

[wifedontunderstand]

I have never done a hub swap or hub work, but i have seen it done and can say that it is a straight forward procedure. Do some searching on the net and i am sure you can find some instructions about it. Or call a 4x4 parts supplier and ask them. Also mannual hubs are generally an inexpensive fix.

[fronty2wd]

What kind of hubs do you have?

[houdini]

just pull them apart, clean and grease them. i doubt you will have to pull the wheel to get them off.

good luck!

[GSanders]

Thanks guys. I'll let you know what happes. Also, they are just the stock locking hubs.

[jubangy]

Originally Posted by GSanders

Thanks guys. I'll let you know what happes. Also, they are just the stock locking hubs.

Did you manage to fix your hubs? If so how? I have the same problem except mine are stuck in the locked position.

Houdini: How would you be able to take them apart without taking the wheel off? This is my first Nissan I have always had rangers and on them you had to pull the wheel to get the hub off.

Thanks