When should I use the 4H position on my Bronco's transfer case?

Use 4H (Four-Wheel Drive, Normal Ratio) only when extra traction is needed, such as when the rear wheels would slip in 2H. Remember to engage the free-running hubs, and do not use 4H on dry, hard-surfaced roads.

How do I shift the transfer case with a manual transmission while stopped?

Press the clutch pedal down and move the transfer case shift lever to the desired position. If it won't shift, put the transmission in gear and slowly engage the clutch while holding pressure against the transfer case shift lever.

Can I shift between 2H and 4H while the Bronco is moving?

Yes. With a manual transmission, let up on the accelerator for a moment and move the transfer case shift lever. With an automatic, depress the accelerator slightly while moving the lever; this can be done at any speed.

How do I shift between 4H and 4L with an automatic transmission?

With the vehicle moving 5 mph or slower (or fully stopped), put the automatic transmission in neutral, move the transfer case shift lever to the desired position, then immediately move the transmission selector to the desired position.

What is the transfer case Neutral position for?

N (Neutral) is used only when operating a winch or other equipment driven by a power-take-off while the vehicle stands still.

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1973 Ford Bronco Owner's Manual Page 18 - 4WD Transfer Case Shifting Guide

Owner manual page with driving and four-wheel-drive shifting instructions for a Bronco

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Owner's manual page describing driving and manual/automatic four-wheel-drive transfer case shifting procedures.

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This is page 18 of a Ford Bronco owner's manual, from the 'Operating Your Bronco' / 'Driving' section, covering transfer case operation and four-wheel drive shifting procedures. It explains the transfer case positions: N (Neutral, for winch/power-take-off use while stationary), 2H (rear wheel drive, normal ratio for normal driving), and 4H (four-wheel drive, normal ratio for extra traction, requiring the free-running hubs to be engaged and not to be used on dry, hard-surfaced roads). An illustration shows the shift pattern knob with 4L, N, 2H, and 4H positions. The page then gives shifting procedures for both manual and automatic transmissions: with the vehicle stopped, any shift can be made (using the clutch on manuals, or neutral/Park techniques on automatics); with the vehicle moving, 4H-2H and 2H-4H shifts can be made at any speed by momentarily letting up on (manual) or slightly depressing (automatic) the accelerator. For 4H-4L or 4L-4H shifts with an automatic, the vehicle must be moving 5 mph or slower or stopped, with the transmission in neutral. The page ends mid-sentence describing what to do if the shift cannot be completed (back the vehicle a few feet).

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Frequently asked questions

When should I use the 4H position on my Bronco's transfer case?: Use 4H (Four-Wheel Drive, Normal Ratio) only when extra traction is needed, such as when the rear wheels would slip in 2H. Remember to engage the free-running hubs, and do not use 4H on dry, hard-surfaced roads.
How do I shift the transfer case with a manual transmission while stopped?: Press the clutch pedal down and move the transfer case shift lever to the desired position. If it won't shift, put the transmission in gear and slowly engage the clutch while holding pressure against the transfer case shift lever.
Can I shift between 2H and 4H while the Bronco is moving?: Yes. With a manual transmission, let up on the accelerator for a moment and move the transfer case shift lever. With an automatic, depress the accelerator slightly while moving the lever; this can be done at any speed.
How do I shift between 4H and 4L with an automatic transmission?: With the vehicle moving 5 mph or slower (or fully stopped), put the automatic transmission in neutral, move the transfer case shift lever to the desired position, then immediately move the transmission selector to the desired position.
What is the transfer case Neutral position for?: N (Neutral) is used only when operating a winch or other equipment driven by a power-take-off while the vehicle stands still.