Rav4 - 4X4

[Deon47]

I own a 2011 Toyota Rav 4 GX (2.0 L)

Can somebody please tell me how does the 4x4 works, is it a 40/60 or full time 4x4, and is the button on the dash for diff lock or to change over to 4x4 ?

I never used the car where I needed to use 4x4,not even used it on a dirt road.

Thanks,

Deon.

[DjRav]

From what I understand-

Pulls away in 4x4 every time.

Once up to speed drops to Front Wheel Drive.

4x4 kicks in again if needed (car decides-not you!)

Diff Button is for low speed muddy/snowy manoeuvres (never needed in normal use). Never had the need to push it in all the snow we had.

HTH

Dave

[Deon47]

Thanks Dave,

This make sense to me now! No where in the hand book does it tells you how the 4x4 works(operate)I have not ever drove this car where I needed the 4x4 system or the Diff lock.

Thanks again,

Deon.

[webleymk3]

2011 GX?

[Parts-King]

I take it you have a non UK model?

The 4x4 system MAY be different to a UK spec

Kingo

[Deon47]

Hi,

Yes,I own a South African model ! In the 2.0 litre petrol model you get a GX & VX , Standard manual 5/6 speed & Automatic gearboxes in both models. The GX is the basic model and the VX is the more luxury model.

Then you get 3 or 4 diesel models also.

Go to www.Toyota.co.za to see all the models in South Africa.

Thank you,

Deon.

[anchorman]

The rear axle has a small clutch on the input end. It is controlled by the computer and can provide stepless engagement of the rear axle. It is constantly working all the time you drive.