1997 Nissan Pickup Owner's Manual - Page 100
1997 Nissan Pickup Manual
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MANUAL-LOCK FREE-RUNNING HUBS CAUTION ● Never drive in 4-wheel drive (4H or 4L) with the free-running hubs in the FREE position. ● Do not drive your vehicle with the left and right free-running hub set to different positions. ● For the first 300 miles (483 km) it is recommended that you drive in the 2H position with the free-running hubs set in the LOCK position. SD0022 The manual-lock free-running hubs are designed to allow you to engage or disengage the front drive shaft to the front wheels. Before driving, set the free-running hub to the desired position: ● 2-wheel operation - Turn the knob to the FREE position. ● 4-wheel operation - Turn the knob to the LOCK position. Be certain to align the mark on the knob with the ● mark on the wheel hub. ● To ensure proper lubrication of front drive components, drive in the LOCK position for at least 10 miles (16 km) each month. 4-19