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2-4. Using other driving systems

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GX460_U.S.A. (OM60J00U)

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When the four-wheel drive control switch can be operated

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The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON mode.

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The shift lever is in the N position.

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The vehicle is stopped completely.

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The low speed four-wheel drive indicator light

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The indicator light blinks while switching between H4 and L4.

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If the low speed four-wheel drive indicator light continues to blink when you

operate the four-wheel drive control switch to the H4 or L4 position, stop the

vehicle completely, shift the shift lever securely into N and then operate the

switch again.

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If the shift lever is moved before the low speed four-wheel drive indicator turns

on/off, the transfer mode may not be shifted completely. The transfer mode dis-

engages both the front and rear drive shafts from the powertrain and allows the

vehicle to move regardless of the shift position. (At this time, the indicator blinks

and the buzzer sounds.)

Therefore, the vehicle is free to roll even if the shift lever is in P. You or someone

else could be seriously injured. You must complete the shifting of the transfer

mode and confirm that the indicator light has turned off (H4) or turned on (L4).

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If the engine coolant temperature is too low, the four-wheel drive control system

may not be able to shift. When the engine is warmer operate the switch again.

If the indicator continue to blink even if doing so, have the vehicle inspected by your

Lexus dealer as soon as possible. There may be a trouble in the four-wheel drive

system.