Q: Front differential locked on a 2001 all-wheel drive Durango R/T
I have a 2001 Durango R/T with all-wheel drive. Last week on a road trip, it started to feel like the front differential was locked when I was turning on low speeds and turns. Bends wind off on a front end with turning. Power steering system is good.
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