eurovw89

Hi everyone,
I bought a my 13' last year and have not needed 4x4 so far until today. I know to drive in snow I need to turn **** to 4hi, but what happens when I pull out the ****?

thanks...sorry just new to the 4x4 world

Stewy604

That locks the rear end...it will stay locked until you exceed a certain speed, which is 35 km/hr, I think???

eurovw89

sorry again im new and dumb to the 4x4 world. so I would turn the **** into 4hi to drive in the snow....why would i pull out the ****?

pull out the **** =
push in the **** =

and what would i use each for....examples?

ns_redneck

yup that's your rear locker.

Raven2210

If you have a **** that pulls out it means you have an electronic locking rear axle. You can lock your rear axle at will. Normally you have limited slip which means the wheels only lock if one starts spinning. Don't lock it and then drive around town on dry pavement. It won't handle as good. It's for getting out of sticky situations or putting a boat in the water ect without having to use 4x4. Also not to be a dick but the first thing I did when I bought my truck was spend a few hours reading the owners manual to familiarize myself with all the features. You should do this.

AutoLysis

Something like that. It's only needed on areas with poor traction (beaches, snow, etc.).

Here in north Ohio, I've only needed 4x4 + E-locker when going through 8" of snow on unplowed streets.

eurovw89

I did read it but really didnt understand and wanted examples....

AutoLysis

Try this:

I was in your position a few months back. Youtube has some great videos demonstrating the differences and use of differentials.

EDIT: One more good video:

Your truck has an open differential unless you lock the rear end.

Raven2210

Per the Ford website.

Also this.

AutoLysis

This is for Jeeps, but is kind of funny and helps with understanding the differences in more detail. Also, a decent looking chick with a nice jeep.