32 STARTING AND OPERATING
AXLE LOCKER SYSTEM
This vehicle is equipped with an electronically
locking rear differential. This differential, when
engaged, mechanically lock together the axle
shafts forcing the wheels to spin at an equal rate.
The locking of the rear differential should only be
engaged during low-speed, extreme off-road
situations where one wheel is likely to not be in
contact with the ground. It is not recommended to
drive the vehicle with the differential locked on
pavement due to the reduced ability to turn and
speed limitations.
AXLE LOCK Button
The locking rear axle is controlled by the
AXLE LOCK button.
Under normal driving conditions, the rear axle
should be unlocked.
During the command to lock the rear axle, the
indicator light will flash until the axle is locked. After
the lock command has been successfully executed,
the light will remain solid.
Operating in 4WD LOW the locker can be engaged up
to 40 mph (64 km/h) and will remain engaged
throughout the 4WD LOW speed range.
Operating the locker in 4WD AUTO and 4WD HIGH,
the locker can be engaged up to 20 mph (32 km/h).
It will remain engaged throughout the entire 4WD
speed range.
NOTE:
Left to right wheel speed difference may be
necessary to allow the rear axle to fully lock. If the
indicator light is flashing after selecting the rear axle
lock mode, drive the vehicle in a turn or on loose
gravel to expedite the locking action.
The axle locker could become torque locked due to
side to side loads on the rear axle. Driving slowly
while turning the steering wheel from a left hand
turn to a right hand turn or driving in REVERSE for a
short distance may be required to release the torque
lock and unlock the axles.
To unlock the rear axle; push the AXLE LOCK button.
The AXLE LOCK indicator light will go out when the
rear axle is unlocked.
CAUTION!
Do not lock the rear axle on hard surfaced
roads. The ability to steer the vehicle is
reduced and damage to the drivetrain may
occur when the axle is locked on hard
surfaced roads.
Do not try to lock the rear axle if the vehicle is
stuck and the tires are spinning. You can
damage drivetrain components. Lock the rear
axle before attempting situations or navi-
gating terrain, which could possibly cause the
vehicle to become stuck.
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