JD2240 MFWD always partially engaged

[taem]

My JD 2240 appears to be stuck partially in 4wd. Once before, it could not be placed in 2wd at all. The electrical coil solenoid had gone and it defaulted permanently to 4wd. Problem went away with new solenoid unit several years ago. However, again it seems not to go fully into 2 wd. Cleaned solenoid connection, noted that it moved when the switch to 4wd was activated.I blocked up the front and put screw jacks under the rear and started the tractor, all four wheels off the ground. in 2 wd, the front tires would rotate fairly briskly, but could be stopped with firm hand pressure. in 4 wd, it engaged fully and developed what seemed to be full power. What is going on here? Is this a sign that the clutch for the MFWD is failing, or is it a new problem with the electrical coil (PN AL33147)? Any thoughts about further diagnosis before having get into the clutch? Thanks in advance.

 

[Tx Jim]

I think MFWD clutch is not fully releasing due to valve problem or MFWD clutch plates possibly warped.

 

[tim s]

You will have some clutch drag when in 2 wheel drive,, the clutch pack is spring loaded to be on with no power, when off it is hydraulically disengaged..