Shifting to rear-wheel drive or 4-wheel drive can be made by operating the drive mode-selector (A). Set the drive mode-selector to an appropriate position according to road surface conditions. The 2WD/4WD operation indication lamp and low-range indication lamp indicate the drive mode-selector setting state. Refer to “2WD/4WD operation indication lamp and low-range indication lamp” on page 6-42.
| Drive Mode | Indication Lamp | Driving Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| 2H | Rear-wheel drive | Driving on dry paved road |
| 4H | Full-time 4-wheel drive | Basic position for Super Select 4WD II. Driving on dry paved or slippery roads |
| 4HLc | Centre differential lock engaged 4-wheel drive | Driving on rough, sand or snow-covered roads |
| 4LLc | Low range centre differential lock engaged 4-wheel drive | Driving up or down steep hills, on rough or muddy roads (increased torque required) |
The drive mode is shown on the drive mode-selector knob. Turn or turn while holding down as needed. Position the selector according to the following conditions:
| Shift From | Shift To | Procedure (Manual Transmission) | Procedure (Automatic Transmission) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2H | 4H | Can operate while moving or stationary. Shift gear to N if stationary. Release accelerator while moving and steer straight. | Can operate while moving or stationary. Shift selector to N if stationary. Shift to D and release accelerator while moving, steer straight. |
| 4H | 2H or 4HLc | Follow similar procedure with clutch/gear as needed. | Follow similar procedure with selector/gear as needed. |
| 4HLc | 4H | Stop vehicle, depress clutch and operate selector. | Stop vehicle, shift selector to N and operate selector. |
| 4HLc | 4LLc | Stop vehicle, depress clutch fully while 2WD/4WD lamp blinks, then operate selector. | Stop vehicle, shift selector to N, operate selector. Gear noise may occur if not in N. |
A - Front wheel lamp
B - Centre differential lock lamp
C - Rear wheel lamp
D - Low-range indication lamp
When ignition switch is ON or operation mode is ON, lamps indicate shifting condition:
NOTE: When parking, apply parking brake before stopping.