1996 Lexus LX 450 Owners Manual - Page 149

STARTING AND DRIVING FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE SYSTEM (a) Four-wheel drive control Use this for maximum power and traction, when you experience a loss of power, such as wheel slipping or hard pulling, in the "H" position. The indicator light tells when the center differential lock is engaged. Note that the differential is not still locked as long as the indicator light remains off. If the indicator light does not come on when the lever is in the "L" position, have your vehicle checked by your Lexus dealer as soon as possible. See "(b) Shifting procedure (with anti-lock brake system)" for further instructions. In this position, the anti-lock brake system does not operate. See "Brake system" on page 144. Use the four-wheel drive control lever to select the following transfer modes. "H" (high speed position, center differential unlocked): Lever at "H" Use this for normal driving on all types of roads, from dry hard-surfaced roads to wet, icy or snow-covered roads. This position gives greater economy, quietest ride, least wear and better vehicle control. "N" (neutral position): Lever at "N" No power is delivered to the wheels. The vehicle must be stopped. "L" (low speed position, center differential locked): Lever at "L" (b) Shifting procedure To shift between "H" and "L", stop the vehicle, put the transmission into "P" or "N" and move the four-wheel drive control lever. ! CAUTION Never move the four-wheel drive control lever if wheels are slipping. Stop the slipping or spinning before shifting. 138