Lexus LX 470 1998, Owner'S Manual

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STARTING AND DRIVING
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In this position, the anti−lock brake system does not operate. See
”Brake system” on page 196.
(b) Shifting procedure
To shift between unlock and lock modes in ”H”, push the center
differential lock button.
To shift between ”H” and ”L”, stop the vehicle, put the
transmission into ”N” and move the four−wheel drive control lever.
CAUTION
Never move the four−wheel drive control lever if wheels are
slipping. Stop the slipping or spinning before shifting.
NOTICE
For normal driving on dry and hard surface roads, unlock the
center differential. To prevent damage to the center differential
lock system, do not push the center differential lock button when
the vehicle is cornering or when its wheels are spinning freely
off the ground. If the indicator light does not go off when
unlocking the center differential, drive straight ahead while
accelerating or decelerating, or drive in reverse.
REAR DIFFERENTIAL LOCK
SYSTEM
31X014b
The rear differential lock system is provided for use only when
wheel spinning occurs in a ditch or on a slippery or ragged
surface.
This differential lock system is effective in case one of the rear
wheels is spinning.
Before using the rear differential lock system, first shift the
four−wheel drive control into ”L”. If this has no effect, additionally
use the rear differential lock system also.
CAUTION
Do not use the rear differential lock in the conditions other
than above. Large steering effort and careful cornering
control will be required.