Using Rear Lock

CAUTION: Avoid injury! Driving at high speeds with Rear Lock engaged can result in loss of steering control. Do not turn machine with Rear Lock engaged while operating machine at high speeds or on slopes.

Rear Lock provides better traction when rear wheels start to slip. Engaging Rear Lock causes both rear wheels to turn together at equal speed.

Engaging Rear Lock:

IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Incorrectly using Rear Lock can damage the transaxle.

Stop machine before engaging or disengaging Rear Lock.

1. Stop or reduce engine speed to 1/3 throttle or less.

2. Pull 2WD/4WD lever down to the 4WD + Rear Lock position:

   • Rear Lock remains engaged as long as lever is in 4WD + Rear Lock.
   
   

Disengaging Rear Lock

NOTE: To ensure true disengagement of Rear Lock, torque on both axles must be equalized.

1. Stop machine travel.

2. Push 2WD/4WD lever up to center 4WD or top 2WD position.