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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
Four-mode 4WD system
(if equipped)
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(1) Driving mode switch
The four-mode 4WD system enables you
to select the driving mode according to
driving conditions by operating the driving
mode switch.
Driving modes
AUTO
This mode prioritizes fuel economy in typi-
cal driving conditions. The system
switches the driving mode to 4WD if it
detects wheel spin.
SPORT
This mode is appropriate for sporty driving.
The system apportions torque to promote
cornering performance.
In a vehicle with an automatic transaxle,
this mode optimizes the throttle/torque
characteristics with small and moderate
throttle openings to keep the engine speed
high for good response.
SNOW
This mode is appropriate for snowy,
unpaved, and other slippery surfaces. This
mode enhances traction during accelera-
tion on slippery surfaces, and enables sta-
ble cornering on slippery surfaces.
LOCK
This mode is for extricating the car from
snow, mud or sand.
Driving mode switch operation
Operate the driving mode switch according
to the appropriate procedure described
below.
How to turn on driving mode switch
The driving mode switch will activate when
the ignition switch is in “ON” position or the
ignition mode is “ON”.
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Selecting AUTO mode
Push “PUSH AUTO” part (2) of the driving
mode switch.
Selecting SPORT mode
Turn the dial (3) of the driving mode switch
clockwise to “SPORT” position.
Selecting SNOW mode
Turn the dial (3) of the driving mode switch
counterclockwise to “SNOW” position.
Selecting LOCK mode
When the vehicle speed is less than 60
km/h (37 mph) and the SNOW mode is
selected, push “LOCK” part (4) of the driv-
ing mode switch.
NOTE:
If the vehicle speed exceeds about 60 km/h
(37 mph) in the LOCK mode, the driving
mode changes to the SNOW mode auto-
matically. Even when the vehicle speed
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