general problems of the 2001 Mazda B4000

Tl- the contact owns a 2001 Mazda B4000 cab plus. While driving in inclement weather, the contact began to lose control of the vehicle. He then engaged the electronic four wheel drive function but the function failed to activate. The dealer was contacted and advised the contact to purchase a new 4x4 control module. The manufacturer was also contacted but did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was no longer under warranty. No repairs were performed. The failure mileage was unknown. Kmj.