2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser Owners Manual - Page 190

2 -4 . U sing ot he r driving syst e m s Re a r diffe re nt ia l lock syst e m (if e quippe d) The rear differential lock system is provided for use only when wheel spinning occurs in a ditch or on a slippery or rugged surface. The rear differential lock system is effective in case one of the rear wheels is spinning. Press the RR DIFF LOCK switch to lock the rear differential. At this time, the rear differential lock indicator will blink. Wait a few seconds for the system to complete operation. After the rear differential is locked, the indicator will stop blinking and remain on. To unlock the rear differential, push the switch again. Using the rear differential lock system Automatic transmission 4WD models: Before using the rear differential lock system. Stop the vehicle, shift the shift lever to N and shift the frontwheel drive control lever into L4 to see if this is sufficient. If this has no effect, additionally use the rear differential lock system. Be sure to stop the wheels. Press the RR DIFF LOCK switch. Gently depress the accelerator pedal. After the rear differential is locked, the indicator will come on. Unlock the rear differential as soon as the vehicle moves. To unlock the rear differential, push the switch again. 168