Rear Differential Lock System - Toyota FJ Cruiser Instructions For Adjusting And Operating

2−4. Using other driving systems
Rear differential lock system (if equipped)
The rear differential lock system is provided for use only when wheel
spinning occurs in a ditch or on a slippery or ragged surface.
The rear differential lock system is effective in case one of the rear
wheels is spinning.
Using the rear differential lock system
Automatic transmission
4WD models: Before using the rear differential lock system.
Shift the front−wheel drive control lever into L4 to see if this is
sufficient. If this has no effect, additionally use the rear differ−
ential lock system.
Be sure to stop the wheels.
Press the RR DIFF LOCK switch.
After the rear differential is locked, the indicator will come on.
Gently depress the accelerator pedal.
Unlock the rear differential as soon as the vehicle moves out.
To unlock the rear differential, push the switch again.
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Press the RR DIFF LOCK
switch to lock the rear differen−
tial.
At this time, the indicator will
blink. Wait a few seconds for
the system to complete opera−
tion. After the rear differential is
locked, the rear differential lock
indicator will stop blinking and
remain on.
To unlock the rear differential,
push the switch again.