4-wheel drive operation
5-86 Features and controls
When turning a sharp corner in “4WD
LOCK” (Electronically controlled 4WD) or
“LOCK” (S-AWC) position at low speed, a
slight difference in steering may be experi-
enced similar to feeling as if the brakes were
applied. This is called tight corner braking
and results from each of the four tires being at
a different distance from the corner. The phe-
nomenon is typical of 4-wheel drive vehicles.
If this occurs, either straighten out the steer-
ing wheel or change to another mode.
Set the drive mode-selector to “4WD
AUTO”, “4WD LOCK” (Electronically con-
trolled 4WD) or “SNOW” (S-AWC) in accor-
dance with the road conditions, and then
gradually depress the accelerator pedal for a
smooth start.
Set the drive mode-selector to “4WD LOCK”
(Electronically controlled 4WD) or “LOCK”
(S-AWC) and then gradually depress the
accelerator pedal for a smooth start. Keep the
pressure on the accelerator pedal as constant
as possible, and drive at low speed.
Setting the drive mode-selector to “4WD
LOCK” (Electronically controlled 4WD) or
“LOCK” (S-AWC) position to drive on dry
paved road will increase fuel consumption,
with possible noise generation.
Turning sharp corners
On snowy or icy roads
The use of snow tires is recommended.
Maintain a safe distance between vehicles,
avoid sudden braking, and use engine brak-
ing (downshifting).
Avoid sudden braking, sudden acceleration
and sharp turning. Skidding occurs and con-
trol of the vehicle could be lost.
Driving on sandy or muddy
roads
Do not force the vehicle or drive recklessly
on sandy surfaces. In comparison with nor-
mal road surfaces, the engine and other
drive-system components are put under
excessive strain when driving on such a sur-
face. This could lead to accidents.
If any of the following conditions occur
while the vehicle is being driven, immedi-
ately park your vehicle in a safe place and
follow these procedures:
• If the engine coolant temperature display
flashes on the information screen in the
multi-information display or the engine
power drops suddenly.
Refer to “Engine overheating” on page 8-4.
• If the “ ” warning display and “SLOW
DOWN” or the “ ” warning display and
“SERVICE REQUIRED” appear on the
information screen in the multi-information
display.
Refer to “Warning display” on page 5-66,
5-74.
When attempting to rock your vehicle out
of a stuck position, be sure that the area
around the vehicle is clear of people and
physical objects. The rocking motion may
cause the vehicle to suddenly launch for-
ward/backward, causing injury or dam-
age to nearby people or objects.
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