6 testing & final assembly, Re-sealing & filling the differential, Important – ARB RD90 User Manual

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6 Testing & Final Assembly

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c Turn the Air Locker switch to the ‘ON’ position. The illuminated

symbol on the switch cover should light up.

c Rotate the same wheel again.
c Both wheels should rotate together.
c Turn the switch off again.
c Rotate the same wheel.
c The wheels should again rotate in opposite directions.

6.3

Re-Sealing & Filling the Differential

NOTE : Consult the ARB Air Locker Operating & Service

Manual for recommendations on differential lubricant
specifications.

c Refill the differential until level with the filler hole.
c Rotate the differential center 2 full turns.
c Check the oil level and refill if necessary.
c Replace filler plug (apply thread sealant to filler plug before

inserting if it is a threaded type plug).

c Wipe differential housing clean of any oil or grease which may

collect dirt or other abrasive particles.

6.4

Note For ADD Equipped Vehicles

IMPORTANT :

IFS vehicles equipped with Automatic Differential Disconnect (ADD)

do not disconnect both wheels from the differential. Because of this,

the internal gears of the differential of all ADD vehicles are in

constant motion when moving in two wheel drive. For this reason,

the front Air Locker in an ADD equipped vehicle must never be

engaged while moving in two wheel drive, as doing so would
cause any motion in the internal differential gears to be instantly

transferred to your ring and pinion set, potentially causing extensive

damage to your ring and pinion gears, your CV joints, and to your

Air Locker differential. To eliminate this problem, save wear on your

differential components, prolong the life of your CV joints, and

increase your fuel mileage, ARB recommends that you eliminate the

drag and wear in your front driveline components (which are not

even being used in 2WD) by installing manual locking hubs,

especially if your vehicle is used for extensive two wheel driving.

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