Toyota RAV4: Four-wheel drive lock switch (4WD models)
Four-wheel drive lock mode can be used when a large amount of drive power needs to be applied to all the wheels, such as when the vehicle gets stuck in mud and you need to free it.
Press the switch. The torque of the engine is distributed to the rear wheels to the maximum extent possible in accordance with driving conditions. Pressing the switch again cancels four-wheel drive lock mode and returns the Active Torque Control 4WD system to normal mode.
■Four-wheel drive lock mode can be operated when
Vehicles without smart key system
The engine switch is in the “ON” position
Vehicles with smart key system
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
Four-wheel drive lock mode
●Four-wheel drive lock mode is canceled when the brakes are applied to
ensure the ABS and VSC systems operate effectively.
●Four-wheel drive lock mode is canceled when the vehicle speed exceeds
25 mph (40 km/h).
While the downhill assist control system is operating
The slip indicator will flash to
indicate that the downhill assist
control system is operating, and
the stop lights and high mounted
stoplight will turn on.
■Conditions in which the downh ...
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Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted
properly.
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