Execution in case of cross-judgments

If there are cross-judgments between the parties to any action, execution shall be taken out by that party only who has obtained judgment for the larger sum, and for so much only as may remain after deducting the smaller sum, and satisfaction for the remainder shall be entered as well as satisfaction on the judgment for the smaller sum, and if the two sums are equal, satisfaction shall be entered upon both judgments. case of cross- 20