Trailwise | Sway Bar & Lockers Explained

Nena Barlow demonstrates how to use the sway bar disconnect and axle lock features on the Jeep Wrangler Rubicon to conquer difficult terrain safely and effectively. In this week's Trailwise video, we show the difference between using low-range 4wd alone, then with the front sway bar disconnected, and finally with the assist of 4-wheel axle lock. See how the Jeep's built in traction control system works to help you climb rugged trails too. Don't forget to like and subscribe if you'd like to see more from Trailwise - and tell us what you'd like to see more of in the comments below. Thanks for watching and happy trails!

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"River Crossing" By ALBIS - Youtube Audio Library

[scottgrayson]

Without a doubt one of the best explanations of these features. While I’m not new to Jeeps, these JL features are new to me. Thanks for taking the time to explain them 👍🏼

[GiveThxHim]

As a new Jeeper, I can’t tell you how much I appreciate this video!!!

[ComonSava]

You give the perfect explanation and examples for us noobs. Thank you! Finally, an answer to this question I’ve had for years.

[lotlizzard]

When someone asks what those buttons are i send them this video. Great job.

[jaredgould]

This video made everything so much easier to understand.

[joshualehigh]

Great explanation, I’m a new salesman with a keep and ram dealership over here in nampa Idaho. This is the perfect study material to learn the basics. Thank you

[joemama]

These tutorial type videos are great! I’m fairly new to off-roading and have learned a lot from some of your videos. Please continue to make these, they are much appreciated! Thank you

[levimorales]

What a great video, clear explanation and to the point. Thank you

[kwerner]

That was a nice explanation for Jeep noobs like myself. Thanks. ✌

[joesmith]

This is the perfect video. Explained everything I needed to know that all other videos combined couldn’t explain. I’m very visual and enjoyed the way you went step by step showing and explaining how each function works.

[JustLikeAJewel]

This was an awesome lesson. For someone like myself who is interested in getting into a Jeep and getting into off roading. I had 0 clue what these features really did and why they were important and how to correctly use them. Thank you!

[josephwade]

Thanks for the video. Im not new to Jeeps. But i am new the the 2024 Rubicon features. 😀 so you helped me a ton.

[rickfinnstrom]

As a born raised Arizonan 68 years it is really great to see someone from this state make videos! { I have not had a vehicle of my own 30+ years cant afford payments insurance so I just watch videos like yours and drool) I have seen 2 of your videos and found them to be VERY informative .This one is the perfect one for learning, I watch a lot of 4x4 videos...Re: "()" majority just show them on the trails, but do not offer information what and how they are driving through the trails Ie lockers no lockers, All i have seen is " we let the air out of our tire at such such psi" And off they go. I think it would helpful if they showed what system they are using at that time. This video did a fantastic job showing when what how to use the 4x4 system. Keep up the good work Rick

[geofflau]

noticed you went straight to front and rear lockers but would be nice to see the difference between using rear only and then front and rear. also in what conditions do you usually use just the rear?

[nicolasbednarz]

great vid as always!!! plase do one about hill descent i cant get the hang of it, when to use it, if slippery surfaces or rocky terrain, etc.

[KTT]

If you click offroad plus then trac control then you can lock your axels in four high btw the offroad plus button does a lot. Found this out watching stuff about the features of these vehicles. So yes you can lock your axles in high as well as long as offroad plus is engaged first

[ebo]

I don’t have any questions, but just wanted to thank you for this awesome video. I’m a new Jeep owner and I’m going on my first trails this weekend. Between helpful videos like yours and Wikipedia, I feel more confident to go forth safely and with more understanding of how it all works! Thanks again 🙌🏼

[philly]

Excellent lesson on Rubicon Sway bar and lockers usage.

[hulkhogansnutsax]

I'm hitting the trails more and more now thanks darlin

[GarethOlson]

This is awesome. Great explanation and demo at the same time. Some videos out there explain without showing and it’s hard to figure out