3. TROUBLESHOOTING
Symptom
Impossible to disengage differen-
tial lock system
Creaking noise from tires while
driving
Rear wheels are driven during
differential lock operation, but
they are not driven with
differential lock disengaged
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REAR AXLE - TROUBLESHOOTING
Cause
•
Insuffi ciently lubricated links for differen-
tial lock or improperly adjusted cable
•
Loose wheel nut
•
Damaged side gear or differential
pinion in differential system
•
Damaged axle or related gear
•
Damaged CV joints
Service
•
Check the differential lock links,
differential lock lever and shift for
deformation or breakage and ad-
just or replace them if necessary.
•
Check the tightness of the wheel
nut and tighten it to the specifi ed
torque if necessary.
•
Check and replace abnormal parts.
SUUV-W00 Apr. 2011