What is auto locking hubs?
What is auto locking hubs? Locking hubs, also known as free wheeling hubs are fitted to some (mainly older) four-wheel drive vehicles, allowing the front wheels to rotate freely when disconnected (unlocked) from the front axle. Can you drive around with hubs locked in 2WD? Leaving them locked while in 2WD will have no negative effects. I would recommend you leave your hubs locked while in 2WD during bad weather seasons. In 2WD with locking hubs disengaged rear drive shaft, rear differential and rear axle are rotating. Front tires are rolling along - only rear tires are pulling. Why does...