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If you think or feel that the vehicle may tip or roll, keep your body completely inside the protec-
tive structure of the vehicle:
• Brace yourself by pressing your feet firmly on the floorboard and keep a firm grip on the
steering wheel or passenger handhold.
• Do not put your hands or feet outside of the vehicle for any reason. Your arm or leg could be
crushed.
• Do not try to stop a vehicle tipover using your arm or leg.
 Do not operate this vehicle on any public street , road, or highway, even if dirt or gravel.
 Do not operate the vehicle in fast-flowing water or water deeper than 37 cm (15 in). If you must
cross shallow, slow-moving water, choose your path carefully to avoid sharp drop-offs, large
rocks, or slippery surfaces. Operating this vehi cle through deep or fast-flowing water can lead
to loss of control or overturn. To reduce your risk of drowning or other injuries, use care when
crossing through water.
 When loaded with cargo or towing a trailer:
• Reduce speed, operate in low gear only, and allow more room to stop.
• Avoid hills and rough terrain. Use extreme cautio n when towing or carrying a load on inclines.
• Load trailer properly and use extra care when towing or pulling.
 Do not tow or pull objects from any part of the vehicle other than the trailer hitch bracket or
winch (if installed).
Avoid carbon monoxide poisoning
All engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a deadly gas. Breathing carbon monoxide can
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EBU31200Controls and instrumentsThe vehicle you have purchased may differ slightly from those shown in the figures of this man-
ual.
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1. Light switch
2. On-Command drive knob
3. Steering wheel
4. Main switch
5. Parking brake lever
6. Helmet indicator light
7. Seat belt indicator light
8. Drive select lever
9. Horn switch
10.Accelerator pedal
11.Brake pedal
12.Multi-function meter unit
13.Passenger handhold
14.Glove compartment
15.Auxiliary DC jack
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EBU31262Indicator lights and warning lights
EBU31270Low-range indicator light “L”
This indicator light comes on when the drive
select lever is in the “L” position.EBU31280High-range indicator light “H”
This indicator light comes on when the drive
select lever is in the “H” position.
1. On-Command differential gear lock indicator light “DIFF. LOCK”
2. Low-range indicator light “L”
3. High-range indicator light “H”
4. Neutral indicator light “N”
5. Reverse indicator light “R”
6. Parking brake indicator light “ ”
7. On-Command four-wheel-drive/differential gear lock indicator “ ”/“ ”
8. Engine trouble warning light “ ”
9. Coolant temperature warning light “ ”
10.Electric Power Steering warning light “EPS”356421
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1. Helmet indicator light “ ”
2. Seat belt indicator light “ ”
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EBU31290Neutral indicator light “N”
This indicator light comes on when the drive
select lever is in the “N” position.EBU31300Reverse indicator light “R”
This indicator light comes on when the drive
select lever is in the “R” position.EBU31310Parking brake indicator light “ ”
This indicator light comes on when the park-
ing brake is applied.EBU31320On-Command four-wheel-drive
indicator “ ”, On-Command differential
gear lock indicator “ ” and indicator light
“DIFF. LOCK”
The On-Command four-wheel-drive
indicator “ ” comes on when the On-Com-
mand drive knob “2WD/4WD/DIFF LOCK” is
set to the “4WD” position.The On-Command differential gear lock
indicator “ ” and the On-Command differen-
tial gear lock indicator light “DIFF. LOCK”
come on when the On-Command drive knob
“2WD/4WD/DIFF LOCK” is set to the “DIFF
LOCK” position.
TIP
Due to the synchronizing mechanism in the
differential gear case, the four-wheel-drive
indicator may not come on until the vehicle
starts moving.
 When the On-Command drive knob
“2WD/4WD/DIFF LOCK” is set to “DIFF
LOCK” or “4WD”, the indicator “ ” and the
indicator light “DIFF. LOCK” will flash until
the differential gear is completely locked or
unlocked. If the indicator and the indicator
light continue to flash, the differential is not
completely locked or unlocked. In this
case, start moving to allow time for the dif-
ferential to lock or unlock.
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Set the switch to “ ” to turn off the head-
lights and taillights.NOTICEECB02060Do not use the headlights with the engine
turned off for an extended period of time.
The battery may discharge to the point
that the starter motor will not operate
properly. If this should happen, remove the
battery and recharge it.
EBU31400On-Command drive knob
“2WD/4WD/DIFF LOCK”This vehicle is equipped with an On-Com-
mand drive knob to select the drive mode.
The knob has three positions: “2WD”, “4WD”,
and “DIFF LOCK”. Select the appropriate
drive according to terrain and conditions.
“2WD” (two-wheel drive): Power is supplied
to the rear wheels only.
 “4WD” (four-wheel drive): Power is sup-
plied to the rear and front wheels.1. On-Command drive knob “2WD/4WD/DIFF LOCK”
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“DIFF LOCK” (four-wheel drive with the dif-
ferential gear locked): Power is supplied to
the rear and front wheels with the differen-
tial gear locked. Unlike the “4WD” mode, all
wheels turn at the same speed regardless
of traction.EBU33192Horn switch “ ”Press the switch to sound the horn.
EBU31411Accelerator pedalPress the accelerator pedal to increase en-
gine speed. Spring tension returns the pedal
to the rest position when released. Always
check that the accelerator pedal returns nor-
mally before starting the engine.EBU31420Brake pedalPress the brake pedal to slow or stop the ve-
hicle.
1. Horn switch “ ”
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1. Accelerator pedal
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EBU34750Parking brake leverThe parking brake lever is located at the right
side of the steering wheel. Setting the parking
brake lever will help keep the vehicle from
moving while parked.
To set the parking brake, pull the lever rear-
ward completely.
To release the parking brake, pull rearward on
the lever, press the release button, and then
push the lever all the way forward.
TIPSpring tension helps return the lever to the
released position.
 If you drive the vehicle with the parking
brake engaged, a buzzer will sound.
1. Brake pedal
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1. Parking brake lever
2. Release button
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Coolant• Check coolant level in reservoir.
• Fill with coolant if necessary.
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Final gear oil/Differen-
tial gear oil • Check for leakage. 5-6, 5-6, 8-16, 8-19
Accelerator pedal • Check free play and for proper operation. 5-6
Seat belts • Check for proper operation and belt wear. 5-6
Passenger handhold • Check for stability and proper fastening. 5-7, 7-8
Steering • Check for proper operation. 5-7
Fittings and fasteners • Check all fittings and fasteners. 5-7
Instruments, lights and
switches • Check operation, and correct if necessary. 5-7, 8-50, 8-52, 8-53
Wheels and tires • Check tire pressure and for wear and damage. 5-8, 8-40, 8-42
Axle boots • Check for damage. 8-22
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