Newbie 4WD Question

[adamkingf5371]

Okay, so the 4Runner Trail is my 2nd 4WD vechicle to own. I first owned a '98 ZR2 Chevy Blazer that had push-button 4WD. It really bothered me, so when I was looking for a new truck, I chose one with a manual shifting option. Anyway, so what is the correct order, in terms of shifting to N, driving forward, etc, to get to 4Lo? I tend to always grind something when doing it.. It's not a bad grind but it still bothers me. I always read the instructions and know it has to be in N before going to 4Lo, but it seems that if I don't shift there in a quick manner, it tends to grind. Anyway, I was just looking for some tips etc, or maybe just some advice... Thanks guys!

 

[Froggy]

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[joneseyyy]

Mine grinded the first 1-2 times I engaged low, but now the engagement is very smooth. Just make sure you come to a complete stop, shift to neutral, engaged/disengage 4-lo, and only then, shift back to D and continue.

 

[mikey's2010SR5]

Have you read the owners manual?

 

[adamkingf5371]

Yes, I have. I was just looking for a few pieces of advice or tips. The instructions are also on the driver's side visor, in case you missed them there.

 

[1000MPH]

I tend to wait an extra beat after shifting to Neutral like i had to when shifting to 1st in my old 66 Beetle. BTW, I used to shift to 4H for 20-50ft or so before doing the shift to 4L but now I go straight from 2 to 4H to 4L when in N. Rarely any problems.

 

[scanny]

I recall that I read a recommendation to shift to "P" and then from 2hi to 4Lo if you have grinding. But I always put it on "N" and didn't notice anything unusual except that for a first few times I needed to use some force for switching.

 

[blademan]

Dont worry about a little grind every now and then....Its a Yote - you aint gonna hurt it!

Seriously - Since it is manual, all the splines would have to be in perfect alignment to NEVER get a grind. Usually will be, but not always. You should always go to neutral on the AT before going into low range. That's the beauty of a manual shifter - you know its in because you put it there! :driving:

 

[nashman69g]

Dont worry about a little grind every now and then....Its a Yote - you aint gonna hurt it!

Seriously - Since it is manual, all the splines would have to be in perfect alignment to NEVER get a grind. Usually will be, but not always. You should always go to neutral on the AT before going into low range. That's the beauty of a manual shifter - you know its in because you put it there! :driving:

TWSS sorry just had to say it!