FINAL DRIVE
7.54
REAR DIFFERENTIAL OPERATION
(2x4 &
4x4)
Differential in Locked Position
1. The rear differential on the can be in a locked
position or an unlocked position. To lock the
differential push up on the lever on the dash. To
unlock the rear differential pull down on the lever.
Illustration 1 shows the lever up and the
differential in the locked position.
Lever Up -- Locked Position
ILL. 1
2. Illustration 2 shows the actuator on the rear
differential in the locked position.
Actuator in Locked Position
Ill. 2
NOTE: The pictures below show a cutaway view of
the rear differential for display purposes only.
When the rear differential is in the locked position the
actuator has the engagement dog in place so the two
output shafts are locked into position to form a single
axle.
Engagement Dog Locks
Output Shaft Together
3. Illustration 3 shows the rear differential in the
locked position. When the differential is locked
power is going to both wheels and acts as a solid
axle. NOTE: The locked differential is not
recommended when driving on turf.
Power is transferred from the
rear differential to both wheels.
Ill. 3
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