Can You Turn When the Inter-Axle Differential Lock Is Engaged?
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You cannot turn when the inter-axle differential lock is engaged. The purpose of the differential lock is to enhance the vehicle's off-road capability on poor road surfaces. Specifically, when one driving axle spins freely, the differential lock can quickly lock the differential, turning the two driving axles into a rigid connection. Differential locks can be categorized based on their locking mechanisms: forced locking type, high-friction self-locking type, jaw coupling type, Torsen type, and viscous coupling type. The differential consists of components such as planetary gears, planetary carriers, and half-shaft gears. The engine's power is transmitted through the driveshaft into the differential, directly driving the planetary carrier, which then transfers power to the left and right half-shafts via the planetary gears, ultimately driving the left and right wheels.