What is the reason why the differential lock keeps flashing and cannot be turned off?

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StMelanie
07/30/25 4:06am
The differential lock keeps flashing due to a malfunction of the engine coolant level sensor, which is located on the coolant expansion tank cap. When the engine coolant level drops, the warning indicator light is activated. This switch is normally closed. Below is relevant information about the differential lock continuously flashing: 1. Engine coolant temperature sensor: This sensor is located on the coolant expansion tank cap. The resistance of the temperature sensor changes proportionally with the coolant temperature, and the sensor sends a modulated signal voltage to the dashboard to control the instrument. 2. Automobile differential: A mechanism that enables the left and right (or front and rear) drive wheels to rotate at different speeds, mainly composed of left and right axle gears, two planetary gears, and a gear carrier.
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