Operation Manual

4-wheel drive operation
5-82 Features and controls
5
When turning a sharp corner in “4WD
LOCK” or “LOCK” position at low speed, a
slight difference in steering may be experi-
enced similar to feeling as if the brakes were
applied. This is called tight corner braking
and results from each of the four tires being at
a different distance from the corner. The phe-
nomenon is typical of 4-wheel drive vehicles.
If this occurs, either straighten out the steer-
ing wheel or change to another mode.
Set the drive mode-selector to “4WD
AUTO”, “4WD LOCK” or “SNOW” in
accordance with the road conditions, and then
gradually depress the accelerator pedal for a
smooth start.
Set the drive mode-selector to “4WD LOCK”
or “LOCK” and then gradually depress the
accelerator pedal for a smooth start. Keep the
pressure on the accelerator pedal as constant
as possible, and drive at low speed.
CAUTION
 Setting the drive mode-selector to “4WD
LOCK” or “LOCK” position to drive on dry
paved road will increase fuel consumption,
with possible noise generation.
Turning sharp corners
On snowy or icy roads
NOTE
 The use of snow tires is recommended.
 Maintain a safe distance between vehicles,
avoid sudden braking, and use engine brak-
ing (downshifting).
CAUTION
 Avoid sudden braking, sudden acceleration
and sharp turning. Skidding occurs and con-
trol of the vehicle could be lost.
Driving on sandy or muddy
roads
CAUTION
 Do not force the vehicle or drive recklessly
on sandy surfaces. In comparison with nor-
mal road surfaces, the engine and other
drive-system components are put under
excessive strain when driving on such a sur-
face. This could lead to accidents.
 If any of the following conditions occur
while the vehicle is being driven, immedi-
ately park your vehicle in a safe place and
follow these procedures:
NOTE
• If the engine coolant temperature display
flashes on the information screen in the
multi-information display or the engine
power drops suddenly.
Refer to “Engine overheating” on page 8-4.
• If the “ ” warning display and “SLOW
DOWN” or the “ ” warning display and
“SERVICE REQUIRED” appear on the
information screen in the multi-information
display.
Refer to “Warning display” on page 5-62,
5-70.
WARNING
 When attempting to rock your vehicle out
of a stuck position, be sure that the area
around the vehicle is clear of people and
physical objects. The rocking motion may
cause the vehicle to suddenly launch for-
ward/backward, causing injury or dam-
age to nearby people or objects.
NOTE
 Avoid sudden braking, sudden acceleration
and sharp turning; such operations could
result in the vehicle becoming stuck.
CAUTION
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