4mQ(Four-Wheel-High Lock):Use this
mode when you need extra traction in most
off-road situations such as sand, mud, snow, or
level, rocky trails.
4
nQ(Four-Wheel-Low Lock):This mode
delivers extra torque to all four wheels and is used
for extreme off-road conditions. You might
choose Four-Wheel-Low Lock if you are driving
off-road in deep sand, mud, or snow and climbing
or descending steep hills.
When in this mode you can also choose to lock
the rear axle for additional traction in extreme
off-road situations. SeeLocking Rear Axle
on page 311.
Notice:Operating your vehicle in
Four-Wheel-Low Lock above 50 mph (80 km/h)
for any extended period of time could cause
damage to the transfer case. Do not operate
your vehicle in Four-Wheel-Low Lock above
50 mph (80 km/h) for extended periods.
{CAUTION:
Shifting the transfer case to NEUTRAL
can cause your vehicle to roll even if the
transmission is in PARK (P). You or
someone else could be seriously injured.
Be sure to set the parking brake before
placing the transfer case in NEUTRAL.
SeeParking Brake on page 133.
N (NEUTRAL):Shift the vehicle’s transfer case to
NEUTRAL only when towing your vehicle. See
Recreational Vehicle Towing on page 369or
Towing Your Vehicle on page 369for more
information.
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Brake and Accelerator Operation
Techniques for Off-Road Driving
For logs, walls, rocks, severe ditches,
hills, sand, etc.
1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. Do not
rev the engine.
2. Select the proper transmission and transfer
case gear range; usually FIRST (1) gear,
4LO LOCK for such obstacles.
3. If wheel spin is experienced, maintain steady
throttle, with your foot off the brake pedal, to
allow the Traction Control System (TCS)
to control the wheel spin. TCS will not operate
if the brakes are applied, even slightly.
4. If wheel spin cannot be controlled by the
system, fully press the brake pedal with
your left foot so all wheel spin is halted.
5. Back away from the obstacle so that a new
approach can be tried.
6. As the rst wheel crosses the obstacle, be
prepared to alternate the brake and
accelerator pedal to maintain control and
avoid tire drop-off from obstacles. Repeat this
process for the other wheels.
For mounds, washouts, loose up-hill
slopes, ditches, etc.
When wheel spin occurs as the vehicle is moving,
the driver may notice a slight shaking or
shuddering of the vehicle. This should be stopped
as soon as possible to prevent damage to
vehicle components. This is the indication that a
loss of traction is occurring on this terrain.
The operator should:
1. Reduce speed and apply the brakes.
2. Assess the terrain properly and adjust vehicle
speed and gear ranges accordingly: 4HI
position for higher speeds and 4LO LOCK for
more torque and lower speeds. Transmission
FIRST (1) gear is generally recommended.
3. Apply slight pressure to the brake when the
shaking or shuddering sensation is felt,
keeping the vehicle moving in a controlled
manner.
4. Be prepared to alternate between braking and
accelerating through the adverse terrain.
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