On an equipped Gladiator in the permitted 4WD range, push the axle-lock control down for Rear Only or up for Front+Rear, verify the indicator, and press OFF to unlock.
Check that your vehicle has it.
Verified for 2024 Gladiator models equipped with the Tru-Lok front and rear axle-lock system.
- Required equipment / service
- Gladiator equipped with Tru-Lok axle lockers
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Verified for 2024 Gladiator models equipped with the Tru-Lok front and rear axle-lock system.
Know what kind of control to look for.
This original category diagram is an orientation aid, not a picture of your exact trim. Use the written labels and your vehicle manual to identify the real control.
Step by step.
- 01
Stop or crawl slowly on loose terrain and select the 4WD range required by the cluster prompt.
- 02
Push the axle-lock switch down to request Rear Only.
- 03
When front locking is needed and permitted, push the switch up to request Front+Rear.
- 04
Wait for the corresponding axle-lock indicator to confirm engagement before applying power.
- 05
Press the axle-lock OFF button and confirm both lockers disengage before normal pavement driving.
Important limits
- Use axle locks only in the allowed 4WD mode and on suitable low-traction terrain.
- Locked axles reduce steering ability and can damage the driveline on high-traction pavement.
- The indicator, not the switch position alone, confirms engagement.
Quick checks.
- ✓If the indicator flashes, roll very slowly and reduce driveline bind without spinning tires.
- ✓Confirm the correct transfer-case range.
- ✓If a locker warning persists, disengage the system and obtain service.
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2024 Jeep Gladiator Owner Handbook — Axle Lock
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