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Driving your vehicle
Transfer mode
Selection mode
Description
4WD AUTO
(Normal driving)
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In the 4WD AUTO mode, under normal operating conditions, the vehicle operates
similar to conventional 2WD vehicles. If the system determines there is a need for four
wheel drive, the engine's driving power is distributed to all four wheels automatically.
Use this mode when driving on normal roads.
If you select the "Driving force distribution" in the cluster, Driving force distribution
(4WD) state is displayed.
SNOW
In this mode, the vehicle can start stably by properly distributing the driving force
of the vehicle on slippery roads such as snowy roads. And you can drive safely by
suppressing wheel slip.
MUD
In this mode, you can drive safely by securing enough driving power at the initial
start by appropriately distributing the driving force of the vehicle when driving on
muddy road , unpaved road or uneven road.
SAND
In this mode, you can drive safely by distributing the driving force of the vehicle
properly when driving on smooth, dry sand or deep gravel and unpaved roads.
4WD operation
Four Wheel Drive (4WD) mode selection