Hey all,
A while back, a 4Runner owner complained about not being able to go into 4wd (from 2wd) when he was stuck in snow. The 4wd indicator would just blink and the 4wd system would not engage.
What to do?? Answer:
If you press the 4wd button, and the lights blink, then you need to either:
1. Brake lightly (press and let go; repeat a few times)...this will engage the 4wd system, OR
2. Shift into Neutral and then back to Drive; repeat if necessary.
This above procedure applies to the center diff lock too (to disable VSC and de-throttle intervention). Once VSC is disabled, you CAN spin your wheels to get out!
Go out and try it! It works!
If anything, just leave the 4Runner in 4wd all the time!
Thanks.