[mirza_ali1]

My question is regarding use of differential lock switch is there any specific speed that i can use this feature and when i press this switch i don't feel any difference?
this is my first All Wheel Drive vehicle so please guide. Thanks

 

[mlbsportage]

My question is regarding use of differential lock switch is there any specific speed that i can use this feature and when i press this switch i don't feel any difference?
this is my first All Wheel Drive vehicle so please guide. Thanks

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[1saxman]

The 4WD lock cannot be used over 25 MPH. Your AWD doesn't have a switch and is always on so you won't need to push the 'Lock' button unless you're off-road in steep/slippery conditions. If you engage it, get out of trouble and drive off, it will switch off when you get to 25 mph.

 

[mirza_ali1]

The 4WD lock cannot be used over 25 MPH. Your AWD doesn't have a switch and is always on so you won't need to push the 'Lock' button unless you're off-road in steep/slippery conditions. If you engage it, get out of trouble and drive off, it will switch off when you get to 25 mph.

Thanks, but when i go above 25mph the diff lock light stays on no matter what speed I'm in

 

[SoothingDave]

Yes, the light stays on because you have the switch on. But the car is smart enough not to actually engage the AWD unless it is needed.

There is no need for you to engage the switch unless you know you are driving somewhere where the AWD is needed. That is, a low traction situation where you will be driving slow. Like when the roads or a driveway are covered in snow.

If you feel safe driving over 25 mph, you can turn off the switch. The car will still automatically use AWD if it detects slippage.

 

[1saxman]

Again, this is not to activate AWD. AWD is completely automatic and has no switch. The 'lock' button is to lock both ends of the car together like a mechanical 4WD for maximum traction in special circumstances. Do not press the button under normal driving conditions.