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9.7.1 Operating Instructions/Precautions
Transfer case provides three mode positions; 2H, 4H and 4L.
2H:
Only the rear wheels are driven at 1:1 speed ratio. Use this
mode for normal driving on dry hard-surfaced roads. This position
gives greater economy, quietest ride, least tire wear and better
vehicle control.
4H:
All four wheels are driven at 1:1 speed ratio. This mode
provides additional traction and maximum pulling power for loose,
slippery road surfaces such as ice, snow, gravel, sand and dry
pavement. Front and rear drive shafts are locked together in this
mode which forces the front and rear wheels to rotate at the same
speed.
4L:
Use this mode for maximum pulling power and traction. Use the
4L position for climbing or descending steep hills, off-road driving,
hard pulling in sand, mud or deep snow. Driving in the 4L position
on dry hard surfaced roads may cause increased tire wear and
damage to driveline components. Take care not to over rev the
engine and do not exceed 20 kmph when driving in this mode.
When operating your vehicle in 4L, the engine speed is considerably
higher than that of the 4H position at a given road speed.
Because the four-wheel drive provides improved traction, there
is a tendency to exceed safe turning and stopping speeds.
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Do not believe than you can go faster than road conditions
permit
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Do not shift to a lower gear than necessary to maintain
forward motion
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Over-revving the engine can spin the wheels and traction will
be lost. You will not be able to stop or control your vehicle
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Braking performance is dramatically reduced in wet/icy/
slippery conditions. Avoid abrupt downshifts on slippery
roads, engine braking may cause skidding and loss of control
resulting in an accident
9.7.2 Shifting Procedure
4H
4L
2H
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STARTING AND DRIVING THE VEHICLE
