Outline
The rear differential has a real-time 4WD control mechanism that enables 4WD
by transmitting appropriate driving
force from the front wheels to the rear wheels when necessary. It uses a
real
Starting and accelerating in forward gears
(4WD mode)
NOTE: Do not test repeatedly or the fluid will overheat.
1. Lift up the vehicle so all four wheels are off the ground.
2. Make a mark (A) on eit
1. With the vehicle on level ground, inspect the
differential fluid with the ignition switch turned to
LOCK (0).
2. Use solvent and a brush to wash off any oil and dirt
from the differential fluid in
1. Support the engine with a jack and wood block
under the oil pan.
2. Remove the upper torque rod.
3. Remove the ground cable (A), then remove the side
engine mount bracket (B).
4. Install the side engine mount bracket, then loosely
tighten the new bolt and nut (C), and loosely tighten
the bolt
The information display consists of
three segments. The upper segment
displays current fuel mileage, the
second segment displays the
odometer, average fuel mileage,
range (estimated distance), engine
oil life, and the lower segment
displays the trip meter, and
maintenance item co