It is your money so you get to spend it as you like, but re-gearing to 4:10s front and back will cost you a lot of money and get you no net result. However, if you want to go to locking diffs front and back, then re-gearing at the same time won't add much extra cost. You may want to checkout the diff locks that the Power Wagon uses.
AXLE LOCKER SYSTEM —IF EQUIPPED
This vehicle is equipped with an electronically lockingrear differential. Power Wagon also includes a locking front differential.These differentials, when engaged, mechanically lock together theaxle shafts forcing the wheels to spin at an equal rate. This allowsthe vehicle to maintain its momentum and prevents it from becomingstuck. The locking differentials, rear or front, should only beengaged during low-speed, extreme off-road situations where onewheel is likely to not be in contact with the ground. It is notrecommended to drive the vehicle with one or both of the differentialslocked on pavement due to the reduced ability to turn and speedlimitations.
AXLE Lock Selector
| 1 — FRONT/REAR LOCK – the front and rear axles are locked(Power Wagon Only) |
| 2 — REAR LOCK – the rear axle is locked |
| 3 — AXLE UNLOCK – the front and rear axles are unlocked(Rear only if equipped) |
CAUTION!:
- Do not lock the frontor rear axle on hard surfaced roads. The ability to steer the vehicleis reduced and damage to the drivetrain may occur when the axlesare locked on hard surfaced roads.
- Do not try to lock the rear axle if the vehicle is stuckand the tires are spinning. You can damage drivetrain components.Lock the rear axle before attempting situations or navigating terrain,which could possibly cause the vehicle to become stuck.
The locking axles are controlled by the axle lock buttons.
Under normal driving conditions, the vehicle should be left inthe AXLE UNLOCK position.
Note:
Even whenthe axles are in the AXLE UNLOCK position, the limited slip differentialin the rear axle still provides torque biasing capability for moderatelow traction environments.
During the command to lock the axle, the indicator light willflash until the axle is locked. After the lock command has beensuccessfully executed, the light will remain on solid.
To lock the rear axle, place the vehicle in 4WD LOW, 4WD HIGHor two-wheel drive
FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION — IF EQUIPPED.Push the REAR LOCK button while traveling less than 10 mph (16 km/h).The REAR LOCK indicator light will remain on when the rear axleis locked.
Note:
Left toright wheel speed difference may be necessary to allow the axleto fully lock. If the indicator light is flashing after placingthe vehicle in the REAR LOCK or FRONT/REAR LOCK position, drivethe vehicle in a turn or on loose gravel to expedite the lockingaction.
Warning!:
Do not use the locked axleposition for normal driving. A locked front axle is intended foroff-road driving only. Locking the front axle during on-road drivingwill reduce the steering ability. This could cause a collision andyou may be seriously injured.
To lock the front axle, if equipped, push the FRONT/REAR LOCKbutton while traveling less than 10 mph (16 km/h) in 4WD LOW. TheFRONT/REAR LOCK indicator light will be solid when the front axleis locked.
Note:
The rearaxle must be locked before the front axle will lock.
When both the axles are locked, to unlock the front axle, pushthe REAR LOCK button while in 4WD LOW. The FRONT/REAR LOCK indicatorlight will go out when the axle is unlocked.
Note:
The axlelockers could be torque locked due to side to side loads on theaxle. Driving slowly while turning the steering wheel from a lefthand turn to a right hand turn or driving in REVERSE for a shortdistance may be required to release the torque lock and unlock theaxles.
To unlock the rear axle, push the AXLE UNLOCK button. The REARLOCK indicator light will go out when the rear axle is unlocked.
Parent topic: STARTING AND OPERATING
