On-Command drive knob

The vehicle handles differently in each of the drive modes (“2WD”, “4WD” and “DIFF. LOCK”). For example, the vehicle requires more effort to turn in “DIFF. LOCK” than in “2WD”. Always stop the vehicle before changing the position of the On-Command drive knob. The meter display changes according to the selected drive mode. The drive train icon, and the differential gear lock indicator light come on as follows:

Knob position Indication Drive mode
ZBU06221.png
ZBU05417.png
“2WD” (two-wheel drive): Power is supplied to the rear wheels.
ZBU06222.png
ZBU05418.png
“4WD” (four-wheel drive): Power is supplied to the rear and front wheels.
ZBU06223.png
ZBU05419.png

“DIFF. LOCK” (four-wheel drive with the differential gear locked): Power is supplied to the rear and front wheels and the differential gear is locked.

Unlike in four-wheel drive, all wheels turn at the same speed.
  • When using the differential gear lock (“DIFF. LOCK”), the differential gear lock indicator light and the drive train icon will flash until the differential gear lock properly engages/disengages.
  • When the differential gear lock indicator light and the drive train icon are flashing, turning the steering wheel back and forth will help the differential gear lock to engage or disengage.
  • Driving with the differential gear not properly engaged or disengaged (e.g., when the differential gear lock indicator light and the drive train icon are flashing) will cause the vehicle speed to be limited until the differential gear is completely engaged or disengaged.
  • To protect the drivetrain from damage, maximum vehicle speed is limited to approximately 65 km/h (40 mi/h) when in “DIFF. LOCK” mode.