2015 TOYOTA HILUX Owners Manual (in English)

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NOTICE
■How to use the camera
● The rear view monitor system may not operate properly in the following
cases.
• If the back of the vehicle is hit, the position and mounting angle of the camera may change.
• As the camera has a water proof construction, do not detach, disassem- ble or modify it. This may cause incorrect operation.
• Do not strongly rub the camera lens. If the camera lens is scratched, it cannot transmit a clear image.
• Do not allow organic solvent, car wax, window cleaner or glass coat to adhere to the camera. If this happens, wipe it off as soon as possible.
• If the temperature changes rapidly, such as when hot water is poured on the vehicle in cold weather, the system may not operate normally.
• When washing the vehicle, do not apply intensive bursts of water to the camera or camera area. Doing so may result in the camera malfunc-
tioning.
● Do not expose the camera to strong impact as this could cause a malfunc-
tion. If this happens, have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional as
soon as possible.
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Four-wheel drive system∗
H2 (high speed position, two-wheel drive)
Use this for normal driving on dry hard-surfaced roads. This position gives
greater economy, quietest ride and least wear.
H4 (high speed position, four-wheel drive)
Use this for driving only on tracks that permit the tires slide, like off-road,
icy or snow-covered roads. This posit ion provides greater traction than
two-wheel drive.
The four-wheel drive indicator light comes on
N (neutral position)
No power is delivered to the wheels. The vehicle must be stopped.The four-wheel drive indicator light comes on
L4 (low speed position, four-wheel drive)
Use this for maximum power and traction. Use “L4” for climbing or
descending steep hills, off-road driving, and hard pulling in sand, mud or
deep snow.The four-wheel drive indicator light comes on
∗: If equipped
Use the front drive control lever to select the following transfer
modes.
1
2
3
4
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The A.D.D. can be engaged or disengaged by the shifting operations
described in the following shifting procedures.
■Shifting from H2 to H4Reduce your speed to less than 80 km/h (50 mph).
Move the front drive control lever.
■Shifting from H4 to H2
Simply move the front drive control lever.
In both cases, you need not depress the clutch pedal. (manual trans-
mission)
Stop the vehicle.
Shift the shift lever to N.
Move the front drive control lever.
A.D.D. (automatic disconnecting differential) (if equipped)
Shifting between H2 and H4
Shifting between H4 and L4 (automatic transmission)
1
2
1
2
3
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Shifting from H4 to L4
Stop the vehicle or reduce your speed to less than 8 km/h
(5 mph).
With your foot off the accelerator pedal, depress the clutch pedal.
Move the front drive control lever.
■Shifting from L4 to H4Depress the clutch pedal.
Move the front drive control lever.
■Four-wheel drive usage frequency (vehicles with A.D.D.)
You should drive in four-wheel drive for at least 16 km (10 miles) each month.
This will assure that the front drive components are lubricated.
■ Shifting between H2 and H4
●If you have trouble shifting in cold weather, reduce your speed or stop the
vehicle and reshift.
● If the four-wheel drive indicator does not go off when you shift from H4 to
H2, drive straight ahead while accelera ting or decelerating, or drive in
reverse.
■ Shifting to L4 (vehicles with VSC)
VSC is automatically turned off.
Shifting between H4 and L4 (manual transmission)
1
2
3
1
2
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CAUTION
■While driving
● Never shift the front drive control lever from H2 to H4 if the wheels are slip-
ping. Stop the slipping or spinning before shifting.
● For normal driving on dry and hard surf ace roads, use H2 position. Driving
on dry and hard surface roads in H4 or L4 position may cause drive com-
ponent oil leakage, seizure, or other problems resulting in an accident.
Further, it may cause tire wear and increased fuel consumption.
● Avoid turning suddenly in H4 or L4 position. If you do turn suddenly, the
difference in turning speeds between the front and rear wheels may have
a similar effect to braking, thus making driving difficult.
● Securely shift the front drive control lever to H4 or L4. Otherwise, the
transfer may disengage both the front and rear driveshafts from the power-
train and allow the vehicle to move regardless of the shift position. If this
happens, the vehicle may be free to roll even if the automatic transmission
is in P.
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Rear differential lock system∗
Press the rear differential lock
switch to lock the rear differential.
At this time, the rear differential
lock indicator will blink. Wait a few
seconds for the system to com-
plete operation. After the rear dif-
ferential is locked, the indicator will
stop blinking and remain on.
To unlock the rear differential, push
the switch again.
∗: If equipped
The rear differential lock system is provided for use only when
wheel spinning occurs in a ditch or on a slippery or ragged sur-
face.
This differential lock system is effective in case one of the rear
wheels is spinning.
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XAutomatic transmission
4WD models only: Before using the rear differential lock system, try
shifting the front drive control lever into L4. If this is not sufficient,
use the rear differential lock system as well.
Be sure to stop the wheels.
Press the rear differential lock switch.
Gently depress the accelerator pedal.
After the rear differential is locked, the indicator will come on.
Unlock the rear differential as soon as the vehicle moves.
XManual transmission
4WD models only: Before using the rear differential lock system, try
shifting the front drive control lever into L4. If this is not sufficient,
use the rear differential lock system as well.
Be sure to stop the wheels.
Depress the clutch pedal.
Press the rear differential lock switch.
Slowly release the clutch pedal.
After the rear differential is locked, the indicator will come on.
Unlock the rear differential as soon as the vehicle moves.
Using the rear differential lock system
1
2
3
4
1
2
3
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■Locking the rear differential
The following systems do not operate w hen the rear differential is locked.
It is normal operation for the ABS warning light, VSC OFF indicator (if
equipped) and “TRC OFF” indicator (if equipped) to be on at this time.
•ABS
• Brake assist (if equipped)
• VSC (if equipped)
• TRC (if equipped)
■ For easy unlocking
Slightly turn the steering wheel in either direction while the vehicle is in
motion.
■ Automatic unlocking feature (4WD models)
Shift the front drive control lever to H2 or H4.
Never forget to turn off the switch after using this feature.
■ After unlocking the rear differential
Check that the indicator goes off.
CAUTION
■To avoid an accident
Failure to observe the following precautions may result in an accident.
● Do not use the rear differential lock system except when wheel spinning
occurs in a ditch or on a slippery or rugged surface. Large steering effort
and careful cornering control will be required.
● Do not lock the rear differential until the wheels have stopped spinning.
Otherwise, the vehicle may move in an unexpected direction when the dif-
ferential lock is engaged, resulting in an accident. This may also lead to
possible damage to rear differential lock component parts.
● Do not drive over 8 km/h (5 mph) when the differential is locked.
● Do not keep driving with the rear differential lock switch on.
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