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Old Oct 27, 2003 | 06:30 PM
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I just bought an automatic xlt. I have never taken it off roading. Do i need to do anything before i go? Do i have to manually lock the axles?
 
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Old Oct 27, 2003 | 06:52 PM
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If you have manual hubs, yes. If not, no. Determined by whether or not the hubs at each front wheel have a manual locking dial or not. If they do, they will be marked as to which way is "locked" and which is "free". Other than that, drop it into 4x and enjoy. Play it safe and don't go alone.
 
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Old Oct 28, 2003 | 12:18 AM
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Other than that, drop it into 4x and enjoy. Play it safe and don't go alone.
And don't 4WD right after eating!
 
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