Contents: Interaxle differential lock system ↓ Front and rear differential locking…↓ Rear differential lock system ↓
Interaxle differential lock system
Use the mode selector lever and the center differential lock switch (refer to the accompanying illustration) to select the following transfer case and center differential modes.
"N" (overdrive position)
The "H" position of the all-wheel drive control lever provides the locking or unlocking mode of the center differential, depending on the position of the corresponding button.
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Use this position with the center differential unlocked for normal driving on all types of roads, from dry paved roads to wet roads, as well as roads covered with ice or snow. This position provides greater economy, a quieter ride, less wear and tear and better vehicle control.
Use this position with the center differential locked to increase traction if you feel a loss of power, such as wheel slip in the "H" position with the center differential unlocked.
"N" (neutral position)
No power is transmitted to the wheels. Use this position only when operating a winch or other equipment. The vehicle must be stopped.
"L" (downshift position, center differential locked)
Use this position for maximum power and traction. Use the "L" position in severe driving conditions when the vehicle is difficult to control even in the "H" position with the center differential locked.
When the center differential lock indicator lamp comes on, it indicates that the lock is activated.
Please note that if the C/L light does not go out when you press the center differential lock button, drive the vehicle straight when accelerating or decelerating, or turn around.
Switching procedure
1. To switch between unlocking and locking the "H" position, press the center differential lock button.
2. To shift between "H" and "L" gears, stop the vehicle, place the transmission in "N" position and shift the four-wheel drive control lever into position.
Note: Never shift the four-wheel drive control lever when the vehicle is skidding. Stop the vehicle from skidding or spinning before shifting.
Front and rear differential locking system
1. The front and rear differential lock system is designed to be used only in the event of wheel spin in a ditch or on a slippery or uneven road. This system is effective in the event of slippage of one of the wheels or one right or one left pair of wheels.
Note: Do not use the rear differential lock in conditions other than those described above. Otherwise, a large steering effort and careful steering will be required when turning. Especially, using the front differential as a supplement to the rear differential will make steering extremely difficult and may cause the vehicle to skid during acceleration or engine braking.
2. To lock the rear differential, press and turn the switch clockwise until you hear a click. If this does not help, turn the switch clockwise until it stops to lock the front differential in addition to the rear.
3. Remember to stop the vehicle before locking the differential.
4. For simple locking, turn the lock switch and gently press the accelerator pedal.
5. If the switch is in the on position, the indicator lamp will flash. Wait a few seconds until the system completes the operation. After the differential is locked, the indicator lamp will stop flashing and remain on continuously.
6. If the rear differential is locked, the anti-lock braking system does not work. If the "ABS" indicator light comes on at this time, it is normal.
Note. Do not lock the differential until the wheels stop slipping. Otherwise, the vehicle may move in an unexpected direction if the differential is locked, which may lead to possible damage to the differential lock components. Do not drive the vehicle at speeds exceeding 8 km/h if the differential is locked.
7. To unlock the differential, turn the switch fully counterclockwise.
8. Unlock the differential as soon as the vehicle starts moving.
9. For easy unlocking, turn the steering wheel slightly in any direction while the vehicle is moving.
10. If the differential is disengaged, the indicator lamp will go out.
11. The differential will also be unlocked when the 4WD control lever is moved to the "H" position. Be sure to return the switch to the off position after using this function.
12. To check the indicator lamp, turn the ignition key to the "ON" position, but do not start the engine.
Rear differential lock system
The rear differential lock system is intended for use only in the event of wheel spin in a ditch or on slippery/uneven roads.
This differential lock system is effective in the event of slippage of one of the rear wheels.
1. To lock the rear differential, press and turn the switch clockwise until you hear a click.
2. Remember to stop the vehicle before locking the differential.
3. For simple locking, turn the lock switch and gently press the accelerator pedal.
4. If the switch is in the on position, the indicator lamp will flash. Wait a few seconds until the system completes the operation. After the differential is locked, the K/L will stop flashing and remain on continuously.
5. If the rear differential is locked, the ABS system does not work. If the ABS K/L light comes on at this time, it is normal.
Note. Do not lock the differential until the wheels stop slipping. Otherwise, the vehicle may move in an unexpected direction if the differential is blocked, which can lead to a traffic accident. This may also lead to possible damage to the differential lock components. Do not drive the vehicle at speeds exceeding 8 km/h if the differential is locked.
6. To unlock the differential, turn the switch fully counterclockwise.
7. Unlock the differential as soon as the vehicle starts moving.
8. For easy unlocking, turn the steering wheel slightly in any direction while the vehicle is moving.
9. If the differential is disengaged, the indicator lamp will go out.
10. The differential will also be unlocked if you move the four-wheel drive control lever to the "H" position. Be sure to set the switch to the off position after using this function.
11. To check the indicator lamp, turn the ignition key to the "ON" position, but do not start the engine.