H476-USER MANUAL-FULL BOOK-ENGLISH

OPERATION

Differential Lock

What is differential lock? Differential lock is a system that increases the capacity of transmission of power to the surface. Lock gear is consists of the yoke that moves the gear and an air operated piston. Engine torque transmitted to the left and right sides of the vehicle and wheel speeds are equalized when the differential lock is engaged. Activate the differential lock in bad and slippery road conditions where high and stable traction power is required.

Engagement of the differential lock 1) Activate the differential lock before running into worsening road conditions. Ensure that the road is not slippery and any wheel is not skidding or slipping. Ensure that the wheels are not on slippery surface and stop the vehicle completely. Engage the differential lock button(s) in the instrument cluster. 4x2, 6x2 and 8x2 vehicles have optional one differential lock; 6x4 and 8x4 vehicles have front differential locks (FDL), rear differential locks (RDL) and inter-axle differential locks (IADL) as standard. light will be illuminated on the instrument panel when differential lock is engaged, and a warning buzzer shall sound if available. FDL light and RDL light will be illuminated when differential lock is engaged and a warning buzzer shall sound if available. On X2 vehicles, On X4 vehicles both

CAUTION If the differential lock is not used properly, there is a risk of heavy damage to the differential unit and/or a serious risk of accident. Differential faults caused by using improper use of differential lock are out of warranty cover

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