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Old Feb 15, 2012 | 07:27 AM
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Does anyone know a part number for the two vacuum lines that go from the transfer case to the front axle on the passenger side. I think they are plastic I broke the red one while installing my suspension lift and need to replace it. Also is it safe to drive till I get the part I think it just has to do with engaging 4wd so I hope it's ok to drive. Any help would be great thanks
 
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Old Feb 15, 2012 | 07:59 AM
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Just replace them with some good ol' rubber vacuum line. The plastic does like to get old, brittle, and break.
 
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Old Feb 15, 2012 | 08:48 AM
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Ok thanks. I haven't traced the lines to where the other end is connected yet. I'm at work for 7 more days till I can get home to look at it. Trying to get a game plan together before I get there.
 
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Old Feb 17, 2012 | 02:12 PM
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There is a combo of plastic and steel lines coming from the TC switch. Either way, as HeyYou stated just use some rubber line(of the correct diameter) to patch the break. As far as driving it goes. It should be fine for now. I can't recall what color line controls 4 or 2wd, but besides having a vacuum leak and the axle itself (might) be engaged in 4wd. You are most likely just wasting gas until you fix it. Here's some info to help you understand how the system works . http://www.dodgeram.org/tech/repair/..._engagment.htm

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