HOW TO OPERATE 85
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WARNING
Shifting the transmission while the vehicle is
moving can cause abrupt changes in speed
and direction resulting in loss of control
and accident with severe personal injury or
death.
Do not shift the transmission while the vehi-
cle is moving. Stop the vehicle to shift the
transmission.
NOTICE
Shifting to high or low range when the vehi-
cle is in motion could cause engine damage.
Do not shift from “H
” (High) or “L” (Low)
to “R” (Reverse) and vice versa when the
vehicle is moving or with the engine run-
ning above idlin
g speed, or the transmission
could be damage d.
NOTICE
Use of the high range for heavy loads, climb-
ing hills, pullin g a trailer, and susta ined low
-speed riding can lead to premature wear of
the torque converter belt and pulleys. Use
the low range for these condition.
2WD/4WD Shifting
•
Stop t he vehicle comp
letely.
•
Push the selectable 2WD/4WD shift switch to se-
lect the drive modes.
A. Selectable 2WD/4WD Shift Switch
B. “2W D” Positi
on
C. “4W D” Position
NOTE
○
The “4WD” operating mode is indicated with the
“4WD” indicator symbol. Refer to the “Multifunc-
tion Meter” section in the “GENERAL INFORMA-
TION” chapter.
○
When the shift switch is changed from “4WD”
to “2WD” and vice vers a, the transmission shifts
when the vehicle has rolled a short distance.