RSU-2
PRECAUTIONS
PRECAUTIONS
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CautionEES0007C
lFinal tightening of bushings must be carried out under unladen condition with tires on the ground. Oil will
shorten life of bushings. Be sure to wipe off any spilled oil.
l“Unladen condition” means that fuel, coolant and lubricant are full and ready for drive. However, spare tire,
jack, and hand tools should be unloaded.
lAfter installing the removed suspension parts, always check wheel alignment and adjust if necessary.
lReplace the caulking nut with a new one. Install a new nut without wiping the oil off before tightening.
Precautions for Brake SystemEES000JB
lWhen installing rubber parts, final tightening must be carried out
under unladen condition* with tires on ground.
*: Fuel, radiator coolant and engine oil full. Spare tire, jack,
hand tools and mats in designated positions.
lUse flare nut wrench when removing or installing brake tubes.
lAfter installing removed suspension parts, check wheel align-
ment and adjust if necessary.
lAlways torque brake lines when installing.
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TF-32
ALL MODE 4X4 SYSTEM
4WD MODE SWITCT
AUTO mode (AUTO indicator lamp ON)
lElectronic control allows optimal distribution of torque to front/rear wheels to match road conditions.
lMakes possible stable driving, with no wheel spin, on snowy roads or other slippery surfaces.
lOn roads which do not require 4WD, it contributes to improved fuel economy by driving in conditions close
to front-wheel drive.
lSensors determine the vehicle's turning condition, and in response tight cornering/braking are controlled
by distributing optimum torque to rear wheels.
NOTE:
lWhen driving in AUTO mode or LOCK mode, if there is a large difference between front and rear wheel
speed which continues for a long time, oil temperature of drive system parts becomes too high and 4WD
warning lamp flashes rapidly. (When 4WD warning lamp flashes, vehicle changes to front-wheel drive
conditions.)
lWhen driving in AUTO mode, 4WD warning lamp may flash slowly if there is a significant difference in
pressure or wear between tires. At this time, vehicle performance is not fully available and cautious driving
is required. (Continues until engine is turned OFF.)
lIf 4WD warning lamp is flashing rapidly, stop vehicle and allow it to idle for some time. Flashing will stop
and AUTO mode will be restored.
lIf the warning lamp flashes slowly during driving but remains OFF after engine is restarted, the system is
normal. If it again flashes slowly after driving for some time, vehicle must be inspected.
lWhen the difference of revolution speed between the front and rear wheel with AUTO mode the shift
switch occasionally changes to LOCK mode automatically. This is not malfunction.
LOCK mode (LOCK indicator lamp and AUTO indicator lamp ON)
lFront/rear wheel torque distribution is fixed, ensuring stable driving when climbing slopes.
lWhen LOCK mode is selected, vehicle will switch automatically to AUTO mode if vehicle speed increases.
If vehicle speed then decreases, the vehicle automatically returns to direct 4-wheel driving conditions.
NOTE:
If there is a significant difference in pressure or wear between tires, full vehicle performance is not available.
Tire conditions are detected, and LOCK mode may be prohibited, or else speeds at which LOCK mode is
enabled may be restricted.
2WD mode (indicator lamps OFF)
Vehicle is in front-wheel drive.
NOTE:
lIf front wheels are slipping in 2WD mode, do not switch to AUTO or LOCK. This can cause difficulties for
the system.
lThe shift switch even if the shift switch is in 2WD mode, the sift switch occasionally automatically change
to 4WD mode depending on the driving condition (For example; Depressing the acceleration firmly). this is
not malfunction. How ever, 4WD mode indicator lamp dose not illuminate.
4WD WARNING LAMP
Turns ON when there is a malfunction in 4WD system. It indicates that fail-safe mode is engaged and vehicle
is in 2WD.
Also turns ON when ignition switch is turned ON, for purpose of bulb check. Turns OFF approximately for 3
seconds after the engine starts if system is normal.
4WD waning lamp indiction
Condition Display 4WD warning lamp
Self-diagnosisWhen self-diagnosis is performed, indicates location of
malfunction by number of flashes.-
Lamp checkTurns ON when engine is started to check for burned-out
lamps.Turns ON when ignition switch
is turned ON. Turns OFF
approximately 3 seconds after
engine start.
4WD system malfunction Turns ON if there is malfunction in 4WD system. ON
