4-wheel drive operation*
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Starting and driving
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Set the drive mode-selector to “4HLc” or
“4LLc” and drive at a low speed. Depending
on the road condition, either set the Off Road
mode-selector (if so equipped) to “ROCK”,
or set the rear differential lock (if so
equipped) to ON if the vehicle is likely to get
stuck. This may help you drive smoothly.
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Set the drive mode-selector to “4HLc” or
“4LLc” position, use the engine brake (down-
shifting) and descend slowly.
If the vehicle cannot descend slowly even
using the engine brake. The Hill Descent
Control may help drive smoothly.
For details, refer to “Hill Descent Control
(HDC)” on page 6-55.
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Set the drive mode-selector to “4LLc” posi-
tion to maximize the engine torque.
CAUTION
Avoid driving alone on rocky roads. When
driving on rocky roads, follow an experi-
enced driver’s instruction for safe driving.
NOTE
Drive on a road surface where the tyre treads
contact with rocks as far as possible.
Descending steep grades
WARNING
Avoid snaking down a sharp grade.
Descend the grade as straight as possible.
NOTE
When descending a sharp grade, if the brakes
are applied suddenly because of an obstacle
encountered, control of the vehicle could be
lost. Before descending the slope, walk down
it and confirm the path.
Before descending a grade, it is necessary to
choose the appropriate gear. Avoid changing
gears while descending the grade.
MITSUBISHI MOTORS is not responsible
to the operator for any damage or injury
caused or liability incurred by the improper
and negligent operation of a vehicle. All
techniques of vehicle operation described
herein depend on the skill and experience of
the operator and other participating parties
and any deviation from the recommended
operation instructions above is at their own
risk.
Climbing steep grades
WARNING
Go straight up. Do not try to traverse
across a steep slope.
If you begin to lose traction, ease off the
accelerator pedal and gently turn the
steering wheel alternatively left and right
to regain adequate traction again.
NOTE
Choose as smooth a slope as possible with
few stones or other obstacles.
Before attempting to drive up the slope, walk
up it to confirm that the vehicle can handle
the grade.