STARTING AND OPERATING 101
2-SPEED FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE
(4WD) — I
F EQUIPPED
2-Speed 4x4 Switch
2-Speed 4x4 Switch (with Rear Lock)
The Four-Wheel Drive is fully automatic in the
normal driving mode. The Selec-Terrain buttons
provide three selectable mode positions:
4WD LOW
REAR LOCK (If Equipped)
N (NEUTRAL)
When additional traction is required, the 4WD LOW
range position can be used to provide an
additional gear reduction, which allows for
increased torque to be delivered to both the front
and rear wheels. 4WD LOW is intended for loose,
slippery road surfaces only. Driving in 4WD LOW on
dry, hard-surfaced roads may cause increased tire
wear and damage to driveline components.
When operating your vehicle in 4WD LOW, the
engine speed is approximately three times that of
the normal driving mode at a given road speed.
Take care not to overspeed the engine, and do not
exceed 25 mph (40 km/h).
Proper operation of four-wheel drive vehicles
depends on tires of equal size, type, and
circumference on each wheel. Any difference will
adversely affect shifting and cause damage to the
driveline components.
Because four-wheel drive provides improved
traction, there is a tendency to exceed safe turning
and stopping speeds. Do not go faster than road
conditions permit.
SHIFT POSITIONS
For additional information on the appropriate use
of each 4WD system mode position, see the
information below:
N (NEUTRAL)
This range disengages the driveline from the
powertrain. It is to be used for flat towing behind
another vehicle Ú page 142.
4WD LOW
This range is for low speed four-wheel drive. It
provides an additional gear reduction which allows
for increased torque to be delivered to both the
WARNING!
You or others could be injured or killed if you
leave the vehicle unattended with the power
transfer unit in the N (NEUTRAL) position without
first fully engaging the parking brake. The N
(NEUTRAL) position disengages both the front
and rear driveshafts from the powertrain and
will allow the vehicle to roll, even if the
transmission is in PARK. The parking brake
should always be applied when the driver is not
in the vehicle, unless the vehicle is otherwise
secured (for example, when attached to the tow
vehicle).
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