1998 Lexus LX 470 Owners Manual - Page 293

STARTING AND DRIVING "H" (high speed position, center differential unlocked): Lever at "H", center differential lock button left out 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. "H" (high speed position, center differential locked): Lever at "H", center differential lock button pushed in Use this for greater traction when you experience a loss of power, such as wheel slipping, in the center differential unlock mode. "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" Use this for maximum power and traction. Use "L" for hard pulling in situations the vehicle cannot negotiate even in the "H" (lock) mode. The indicator light tells when the 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" for further instructions. In this position, the anti-lock brake system does not operate. See "Brake system" on page 295. (b) Shifting procedure To shift between unlock and lock modes in "H", push the center differential lock button. To shift between "H" and "L", stop the vehicle, put the transmission into "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. 275