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Maximum allowable speeds
To get on a highway or to pass slower traf-
fic, maximum acceleration may be neces-
sary. Make sure you observe the following
maximum allowable speeds in each gear:
Two-wheel drive models
gear km/h (mph)
1 48 (29)
2 90 (55)
3 139 (86)
4 165 (102)
Four-wheel drive models
3RZ-FE engine
gear km/h (mph)
“H2” and “H4” “L4”
1 45 (28) 17 (11)
2 84 (52) 32 (20)
3 130 (81) 50 (31)
4 165 (102) 64 (39)
5VZ-FE engine
gear km/h (mph)
“H2” and “H4” “L4”
1 48 (29) 18 (11)
2 89 (55) 34 (21)
3 127 (79) 49 (31)
4 165 (102) 64 (39)
NOTICE
Do not downshift if you are going
faster than the maximum allowable
speed for the next lower gear.
Good driving practice
If it is difficult to shift into reverse, put
the transmission in neutral, release
the clutch pedal momentarily, and then
try again.
When towing a trailer, in order to main-
tain engine braking efficiency, do not
use the fifth gear.
Be careful when downshifting on a
slippery surface. Abrupt shifting
could cause the vehicle to spin or
skid.
CAUTION
!
NOTICE
Make sure the vehicle is completely
stopped before shifting into
reverse.
Use the front drive control lever to se-
lect the following transfer modes.
“H2” (high speed position, two-wheel
drive): Lever at “H2”
Use this for normal driving on dry hardsur-
faced roads. This position gives greater
economy, quietest ride and least wear.
“H4” (high speed position, four-wheel
drive): Lever at “H4”
Use this for normal driving on wet, icy or
snow-covered roads. This position pro-
vides greater traction than two-wheel
drive.
Four-wheel drive system—
(a) Front drive control (lever
type)
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