Suzuki Jimny, Manual

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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
78RB1-01E
*Tight corner braking phenomenon is the similar situation to depress the brake when the drive train is in 4-wheel drive position (“4H” or “4L”) and the
steering wheel is turned suddenly and then the revolution difference between the front wheels and the rear wheels could not absorb.
Transfer lever
position
Wheel drive position
Indicator light
Description
4WD indicator light
2H 2-wheel drive position –
In this position, engine power is supplied to the rear axle only.
Use this position for normal driving.
4H
4-wheel drive high
range position
78RB03024
In this position, engine power is supplied to the front and rear
axles at normal speed, providing greater traction than 2-wheel
drive. Use this position for off-road driving, or for driving on slip-
pery roads (icy, snow-covered, muddy, etc.)
4L
4-wheel drive low
range position
78RB03024
In this position, engine power is supplied to the front and rear
axles at reduced speed. Use this position for off-road driving on
soft or slippery surfaces, or for climbing or descending steep,
slippery hills.
NOTICE
• Never operate your vehicle in “4H” or “4L” on dry pavement and, as much as possible, avoid using “4H” or “4L” on wet
pavement, as this may seriously damage the drive train.
• If the transfer lever is returned to the original position while shifting the transfer lever, the drive train may be damaged.
• When you turn suddenly on a sharp curve, a side road, or a parking space in “4H” or “4L” position, the turning strength of
the steering wheel will be growing big and tight corner braking phenomenon* may occur and result in accidents. 4-wheel
drive system damage could also result.