I'm such a HUMMER NEWB!

[pdxrealtor]

I drove out of my driveway today and did the usual sharp turn one way, then sharp turn the other way.... just like anyone would do when they back out of a drive way.

I felt this jerking and the engine wanted to die. After a couple tests I check the power steering fluid, and it's low.

OK.. I think. Just top this sucker off and I'm good to go. Nope...

Just as I was about to call the dealer I realized I was in 4 hi LOCK... :giggling: :giggling:

What a tool....

You don't think I damaged anything do you?

[Easy Ed]

Out of the 2003 owners Manual


Driving in the 4HI Lock or 4LO Lock positions
for a long time on dry or wet pavement could
shorten the life of your vehicle’s drivetrain
and tires.

I think the key phrase is "long time", if it was a short distance/time I would not worry about it.

[HummerJim]

Don't worry! I've had it do that off roading on rock, had the whole Hummer hopping up and down once after getting back on pavement and forgetting. For short periods, don't worry X2.

[Rico001]

Same here from us, we towed my brothers F150 4/door out of beach sand and I drove 1/2 mile in 4lo and it really acted weird when I turned around
in a parking lot. After switching enerything back it was fine. ~Richard

[pdxrealtor]

LOL.... good to know...

Can't believe I did that! :raar:

[MVR 155]

I have put mine back in the driveway after a heavy snow here leaving it locked in 4hi.... only to get back in the next day after the streets have been all cleared..... as soon as I cut the wheel backing out I can instantly feel that I forgot to put it back to normal :D