4x4 Basics...or, is this normal?

[UTEP]

Hi again,

I have driven a number of 4x4 but never a Toyota 4R. I was warming up the transfer case oil in preparing to change it. I drove it to the parts store in 4x4. I think I had it in 4H AND the button pushed in on the side of the 4x4 shifter. (I have a 2000 limited 4R).

As I made as sharp a turn as possible to the left to pull in to park I felt a noticable hesitation or bind. Felt like it almost stalled the 4R. I figure I over extended the 4x4 or perhaps the larger tires rubbed on something so I quickly backed off. The tires are ~32" in diameter. I tried it again very slowly later to make sure it was not a weirdness wiht the road surface I did not see; same result.

This normal? Do I need to take lessons?

Thanks,

Warren

 

[thebrandon]

Lesson 1 - Don't drive on the road in 4x4.

 

[UTEP]

Lesson 2.

Learn to use the search function more effectively....

I don't have any off-road nearby and was just mixing up the oil for ~3 miles. Should even avoid this?

I'm still trying to figure out the 4R Ltd.

Seems I have of course 2wd in 2H
in 4H classic limited slip 4x4
4H with button pressed awd?

I assume 4L is just much lower geared and the same above applies

Now what about the rear locker? Does this do more than 4H or 4L with the shifter button pushed in? Are the wheels "locked" without the locker? I know when locker activated and this must be done with slip provided by the road surface the wheel turn at exactly the same speed...they are locked together.

I read one good thread but could not figure out exactly what the deal is...seems redundant in a sense?

Thanks,

Warren

 

[02SE]

This should help explain the system you have.

http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-gen-t4rs/78448-t-case-differences-all-years-3rd-gens-transfer-case-awd-multi-mode.html#post669885