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A locking assembly for a differential of a motor vehicle, wherein corresponding drive axle shafts of the motor vehicle may be selectively positioned between a locked and an unlocked position by activation of a positioning assembly which is preferably, but not exclusively, a manual shifter mechanism.

A locking assembly for a differential of a motor vehicle, wherein corresponding drive axle shafts of the motor vehicle may be selectively positioned between a locked and an unlocked position by activation of a positioning assembly which is preferably, but not exclusively, a manual shifter mechanism. In the locked position, the differential locking assembly serves to interlock the corresponding axle shafts, such that the drive wheels associated therewith rotate in a synchronous manner, rather than relative to one another at different speeds. A locking gear assembly comprises a first locking gear, formed on one side gear of the differential and a second locking gear, formed on a locking member, wherein manipulation of the positioning assembly selectively positions the first and second locking gears into and out of intermeshing engagement with one another. A durable, high strength mounting assembly movably supports the locking member on a housing of the differential, such that the locking member rotates therewith and moves relative thereto when selectively disposed between the locked position and the unlocked position.

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1. A locking assembly for a motor vehicle differential, said locking assembly comprising:a) a differential housing rotationally interconnected in driven relation to a drive train of the motor vehicle, b) two side gears disposed within said differential housing in rotationally interconnecting relatio

1. A locking assembly for a motor vehicle differential, said locking assembly comprising:a) a differential housing rotationally interconnected in driven relation to a drive train of the motor vehicle, b) two side gears disposed within said differential housing in rotationally interconnecting relation to one another, c) a locking member connected to said differential housing so as to rotate therewith, d) a mounting assembly formed at least partially on said housing and said locking member and structured to movably secure said locking member to said differential housing, e) said mounting assembly comprising a plurality of cams secured to said differential housing and extending outwardly therefrom in movably supporting engagement with said locking member, and f) a positioning assembly disposed to engage said locking member and operative to selectively move said locking member on said housing between a locked position and an unlocked position.