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3-10 o 4WD has higher ground clearance and a
narrower track to make them capable of performing in a wide variety of off roadapplications. Specific design characteristicsgive them a higher center of gravity thanordinary cars. An advantage of the higherground clearance is a better view of the roadallowing you to anticipate problems. Theyare not designed for cornering at the samespeeds as conventional 2-wheel drive vehi-cles any more than low-slung sports carsare designed to perform satisfactorily underoff-road conditions. If at all possible, avoidsharp turns or abrupt maneuvers. As withother vehicles of this type, failure to operatethis vehicle correctly may result in loss ofcontrol or vehicle rollover.
o Do not grip the inside or spokes of the steering wheel when driving off-road. Thesteering wheel could jerk and injure yourhands. Always firmly hold the outer steeringwheel when you are driving off-road.
o Drive at lower speeds in strong crosswinds. Because of your vehicle’s high center ofgravity, its stability will be affected in cross-
winds. Slower speeds ensure better vehiclecontrol.
o Whenever you drive off-road through sand, mud or water as deep as the wheel hub,more frequent maintenance may be required.
o Do not drive in water if the level is higher than the bottom of the wheel hubs. o Check your brake condition once you are
out of mud or water. Press the brake severaltimes as you move slowly until your feelnormal braking forces return.
o Four-wheel driving on flat and normal roads can result in a severe binding conditionwhen turning the steering wheel.
Driving on dry paved road and high-
Driving on dry paved road and high- Driving on dry paved road and high-
Driving on dry paved road and high-
Driving on dry paved road and high-
way
way way
way
way Select 2H(2WD) to drive on dry paved roads. Especially on dry highway, never select the 4Hor 4L(4WD).
Driving on snowy or icy roads
Driving on snowy or icy roads Driving on snowy or icy roads
Driving on snowy or icy roads
Driving on snowy or icy roads Select the 4H or 4L in accordance with the road conditions, and then gradually depress the ac-celerator pedal for a smooth start.
Driving on sandy or muddy roads
Driving on sandy or muddy roads Driving on sandy or muddy roads
Driving on sandy or muddy roads
Driving on sandy or muddy roads Select the 4H or 4L and then gradually depress the accelerator pedal for a smooth start. Keepthe pressure on the accelerator pedal constantas possible, and drive at low speed.
Climbing sharp grades
Climbing sharp grades Climbing sharp grades
Climbing sharp grades
Climbing sharp grades Select the 4L to maximize use the engine torque.
Descending sharp grades
Descending sharp grades Descending sharp grades
Descending sharp grades
Descending sharp gradesSelect 4L, use the engine brake and descend slowly.
4H 4H
4H 4H
4H
4L or 4L
4L or 4L 4L or 4L
4L or 4L
4L or 4L
4H 4H
4H 4H
4H
1. Stop the vehicle.(0-3km/h)
2. Depress the clutch pedal (Manual Trans- mission) or put the shift lever into "N(neutral)" position (Automatic Transmission).
3. Select the 4H or 4L mode switch.
2H 2H
2H 2H
2H
4L 4L
4L 4L
4L
1. Stop the vehicle.(0-3km/h)
2. Depress the clutch pedal (Manual Trans- mission) or put the shift lever into "N(neutral)"position (Automatic Transmission).
3. Select the 4L mode switch.
4L 4L
4L 4L
4L
2H 2H
2H 2H
2H
1. Stop the vehicle.(0 - 3km/h)
2. Depress the clutch pedal (Manual Trans- mission) or put the shift lever into "N(neutral)"position (Automatic Transmission).
3. Select the 2H mode switch. D090E01P-GAT
Driving Four-wheel drive safely
Driving Four-wheel drive safely Driving Four-wheel drive safely
Driving Four-wheel drive safely
Driving Four-wheel drive safely
o The driving posture should be more upright
and closer to the wheel than usual; adjust the seat to a good position for easy steeringand pedal operation.
o Be sure to wear the seat belt.
o Drive carefully when off the road and avoid dangerous areas.
