Lift gate (Hardtop models)
WARNING
• Always be sure the lift gate has
been closed securely to prevent it
from opening while driving.
• Do not drive with the lift gate open.
This could allow dangerous exhaust gases to be drawn into the vehicle.
See “Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide)”
in the “5. Starting and driving”
section of this manual.
• Do not leave children unattended
inside the vehicle. They could unknowingly
activate switches or controls.
Unattended children could
become involved in serious accidents.
• Always be sure that hands and feet
are clear of the door frame to avoid
injury while closing the lift gate
See also:
Intelligent 4WD (if so equipped)
4x4i system operation
4WD shift switch
The Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) system is used to
select the 2WD (Two-Wheel Drive), AUTO or
LOCK mode depending on the driving conditions.
Turn the 4WD mode ...
Battery
• Keep the battery surface clean
and dry.
Clean the battery with a solution of baking
soda and water.
• Make certain the terminal
connections are
clean and securely tightened.
• If th ...
Brake force distribution
During braking while driving through turns, the
system optimizes the distribution of force to each
of the four wheels depending on the radius of the
turn.
WARNING
● The VDC system is design ...