Q: How can 2007 infinity M35x continue to run with front differential damaged
Bought 2007 infinity M35x advertised awd when it arrived I later discovered the front differential damaged and drive shaft missing. Drove the car about 75 miles before discovering the damage. Why didn't the front wheels freeze up when moving.
My car has 109000 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.
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