override 15mph diff-lock-off?

[Huw Powell]

isham-research.freeserve.co.uk at pop.pol.net.uk wrote:
> 
> > Well, lots of snow in SW Colo has had me busting down
> > my short dirt rd, the diff lock is sometimes required.
> >  Vehicle is an '89 200 avant.  Anyway, I find the
> > "safety" feature most annoying, I want the diff to
> > stay locked until I say otherwise.  Can I eliminate
> > this?  I can easily obtain 15mph in wheelspin alone
> > while standing still.
> 
> On the ur-quattro, you cut or insert a switch in the red/yellow wire
> going to pin 1 of the differential lock controller 893 919 173.  This
> robs the controller of its road speed input.  The warning light function
> is retained - I would suggest either relocating the bulb or adding one
> in parallel to an unused space in the dashboard to make it harder to
> overlook, although the ABS-off light should be sufficient reminder.

> I don't know where the controller is mounted in a Type 44 - it's not
> a relay-type thing but a separate screw-on box.  Under the dash,
> perhaps?

on typ 89 it's under the back seat.  might start off looking there.

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Huw Powell

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