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12-07-2018, 12:41 PM

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Diff. Locks

Is it required or it would be a good practice to engage the diff. locks now and then to “lubricate” the parts associated with the locks?
Most people will not take it off road, including myself and that is why I am asking.

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12-07-2018, 02:40 PM

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What does owners manual say?

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12-08-2018, 05:04 AM

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Don’t have one.

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12-08-2018, 06:50 AM

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Originally Posted by mrtonyn

Don’t have one.

Cannot get one from MBUSA website?

I downloaded one for my car...

but for anything mechanical it is good practice to use once in a while so bearings and seals get a work out and do not cause issues from flat spotting, rust etc...

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12-08-2018, 08:16 AM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by mrtonyn

Is it required or it would be a good practice to engage the diff. locks now and then to “lubricate” the parts associated with the locks?
Most people will not take it off road, including myself and that is why I am asking.

thanks.

Most definitely YES!! But do it on gravel, snow or ice.

You also need to bleed them every two years, whether you use them or not.