I was kidding…i just always found the term “mogul” to be an odd description here, but i guess “rutted out crap road” doesnt fit next to the dial. Lol

Great guide. People new to the toyota systems will get a lot of use of out it!

😆🤣😆🤣

And thanks!

The full time 4WD on the limited has a center diff lock and a limited slip diff, as I recall.

So this only covers the part time 4WD

Might want to mention that to avoid confusing Limited owners who are not fully conversed in 4WD.

Good point. I keep forgetting about the Limited. I’ll correct it. Thanks

Catchx46, Salvo Jimmy brought up an error in my statement. All the 4Runners variants do not have a center differential and LDS “EXCEPT” the Limited” which does. When the Limited engages its H4 and L4 gears it essentially become a AWD. A AWD provides power to all 4 wheels but still allows you to drive normally even on pavement. You don’t have to worry about binding problems in a Limited.

Not sure which 4Runner you have but my Quick Reference Guide is for the part time 4WD.

Oh sweet!!! This is awesome! I was up last night dealing with some new found insomnia and actually started reading my manuals to get a better understanding of all the offroad controls in my ORP. I am new to Toyota, and new to offroading/overlanding in general. I am not completely oblivious to how things work (been in the car business over 10yrs now) but I would be lying if I said that I was not intimidated at all. Freaking love that you put the time into this and gave us all a handbook. I will surely be printing a copy to have in my vehicle. Although... I never knew that the spot under the center console lid was made for tissue. It has served a different purpose for myself.

Many thanks!!!

You’re very welcome. I made this so others wouldn’t have the frustration of trying to understand all of this like I did. Later on I will make a new one that explains in greater detail on how they actually work mechanically. Once I understood this the functions and purpose of A-TRAC and Multi Terrain Select became clear to me. For now A-TRAC and Crawl Control are intended to be used for the most difficult situation but only for a short while. MTS is designed to be used for longer drives.

I plan to make some updates and corrections tonight. So wait until tomorrow to download.

As an absolute newbie - this is greatly appreciated!!! I have watched lots of videos talking about the options. They all talk about how each option works and what it does but I wasn't finding how to determine what options go together or what about the conditions determined the choice of function. This cheat sheet made a lot of pieces fit together! Thanks!

Amazing!! Thank you so much for the leg work you put in on this. Not all heroes wear capes. ;)

Hi All

I updated the 4Runner Quick Reference Guide today to fix some spelling errors and make minor modifications such as increase font size for easier reading and clarify that this is primarily for part time 4WD. There are now two PDF file. The "e" file is 4-1/2 x 6 inches and the "x" file is slightly larger at 5.5 x 7.5 inches

Thank you! I copied, reduced and laminated the guide. I'll keep in my side door pocket for quick reference!

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Still need to run a spell check. “Break pressuer”

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Someone else had already reported it and I already made the correction but it looks like I uploaded the wrong file by mistake. Sorry about that. I’ll fix this later today. Thanks for letting me know.

I’m glad you liked it. The PDF files are much smaller if you want it to fit your center console or glove compartment. Many printers by default will automatically adjust the size to fit a 8-1/2 x 11 paper. You may have to manually uncheck that in your printer preview setting to print the original size. I put the actual size description in the original links. There are two sizes. The one that is 4.8 x 6.5 is designed to fit the tissue holder slot in the center console or the case for for your manuals that are in the glove compartment. I figured this size would be more handy to keep in your car.

I’m also currently working on working on a expanded version that explains in detail how each control works mechanically. This was extremely helpful to me. I had a hard time understanding the difference A-Tracs and MTS. Once I understood the mechanics it because very clear. However I couldn’t add this to the current format.

The main difference between the two is A-Tracs heavily uses the computer breaking system to lock a free spinning wheel to transfer torque to the opposite wheel that has contact to the ground. You can consider it a faux differential lock but it done electronically and not mechanically. It is more aggressive than MTS in providing traction. The draw back is it puts a lot of stress on the brakes and the torque converter and can cause both to overheat if used too long and potentially can cause damage to both if abused.

The MTS controls traction by controlling the throttle control with minor braking and allows for wheel slipping if desired. It’s less taxing on the transmission and brakes and therefore can be used for a long period of time.

Also look for “breaks”. Should be “brakes”. Otherwise, good job.