4 runner has a higher clearance and all the bells and whistles with the Trd and Pro models to conquer the terrain. Moreover, if you have all Terrain wheels you’re good to go. Have a blessed day.
It’s like a mental note that works for me. If I tell myself that the parking brake as to be on I remember to be fully stopped. That’s the way I was taught. 🤷🏼♂️ I appreciate you watching . Thank you.
I’m a Newbie here 2023 TRD Pro owner for 6 days! I don’t want to be one of those who don’t know how to use the tools in my Truck. Very helpful video! Thank you! Been watching your videos for a few months . Finally subscribed! :)
This is the type of info I needed. I just bought an used 2011 4runner in great condition and this will be the first winter I'll be able to test the four wheel drive. I'm in Chicago and it gets pretty bad during winter over here. Thank you
I have had a 2014 4Runner for 6 years and have used the 4 wheel drive in snow but have never used those extra crawl gears. Thanks, now I think I understand how to use them....
Hey guys remember to activate your 4wheel drive once a month. It’s important. Otherwise it can malfunction the computer system is old school. Also change the oil every 5k miles.
I dont currently have a 4runner but will be getting one once toyota isn't 9.69% interest. Thank you for this as i did not know that. (The 4wd once a month).
I have a 2005 Chevy Tahoe that has a full time 4WD system (BorgWarner 4482 transfer case) (4 Hi unlocked 60:40 torque split) with a 4 Lo locked (50:50) option too. It is AMAZING in the snow. It’s nice being able to just drive it. No worrying with switching 4wd on and off. GM offered it for a couple of years.
I got my 4runner in Dec 2022. My local dealership didnt have any in stock, so i put a deposit on one that was "in transit" to the dealership. I was so excited, when I told my co workers about it, one of them said his wife had a 4runner and they both think its an absolute tank. He said " I love her 4runner, the only bad thing about owning one is.. once your boss finds out you drive a 4runner, you cant call into work because the bad weather ( we live in upstate NY ) 😂😂😂
I loved your tips on the T4R regarding lights, gages, rear seat tricks etc. so I subscribed. In this video, I want to point out a few things that may cause confusion. The Crawl Control and Multi-terrain cannot be activated simultaneously. Toyota isn’t very clear anywhere but check it out. When it’s on, either CC or MTC, there is an amber light in the dial. The CC is a speed control in 5 steps, the fastest speed is ~5-6 kmph. The MTC is like ATRAC with finer control depending on amount of wheel slip allowed before the brakes control it. Rock is least and Sand is maximum slip. CC works in forward and reverse, and is good for extricating the truck or controlling speed in very steep slopes, like DAC. Also, I heard you can use MTC in 4-hi, but only in sand/ snow. One thing to note is that engaging 4-hi (or 4-lo) is like a permanent 4wd (like the limited) with the center diff locked, since there is no center diff in the t-case. This provides excellent traction at both front and rear wheels, but can cause drivetrain windup damage on hard dry surfaces.
First I want to thank you for watching and most importantly for Subscribing. 👏🏻 Thank you on your explanation of the amazing 4wd this trucks have. I’m not going to lie there are some things that even I learn on it everyday. I 100% appreciate your explanation. Will most certainly test it out.
@@claudiacanales2662 The Limited is “full time” 4WD, i.e., it has the ability to NOT cause windup of the drivetrain on hard surfaces or city driving because it has a center differential somewhat similar to a limited slip, called a Torsen differential. If you put it in 4 hi or 4 low, it just locks up the center differential. While you get up to 40-60 front rear torque transfer in full time 4WD, you no are FIXED 50-50 torque transfer. This provides more stability (control and safety) on slippery surfaces like snow and ice in the city. At speeds above 50 mph or on the highway, full time 4WD is better especially if you have hard surface and snow/ ice intermittently. BTW, a differential allows rotation at different speeds on either side of the differential. This is important in NOT causing harm to the drivetrain by causing windup damage because wheels travelling at different speeds can't slip on the surface it's on, like a hard surface or road. Wheels on either side of an axle, for example, need to travel at different speeds when turning or going around a curve.
5th gen lookin so fancy with all your knobs and settings...my 3rd gen 4Runner jus have the stick....I throw it into neutral, slap what I want (4L,4H,2H etc) and go on my way! =P less electronics = more reliability lol great video though, definitely helpful for those who are new or just dont understand 4x4's much
@VikingsGarage For the conditions in your video, would you recommend keeping it in 4Hi for the duration of your trip? Do you need to switch it back to 2Hi after when you park or can you leave it in 4Hi for when you continue the trip again ie) multiple stops to different stores etc.. At what point would you switch it back to 2Hi if the weather was like this for whole day? Thanks
@@VikingsGarage thanks for the reply! and for the trip in those snowy/icy conditions it is okay to keep it in 4Hi all times then provided you arent travelling faster than 80km/hr right?
Ahhh thank you for the heads up. its snowing here in NY now. and I didn't know that you had to put the e-brake and neutral to put it on 4Lo. I was grinding it. Ouch. But good looks on the video sir
Hi can you use H4 on tarmac/asphalt steep twisting road / like in the highest point in georgia, i am asking this because i went there and i just use 2H, i hesitated in using H4 because its tarmac/ asphalt not offroad/dirt and i am afraid i will ruin 4wd system/ trnsmission/ transfer case, thank you, hope you give insight it will be helpful in future adventures, thank you again.
AWD vs 4WD, which one is better in snow from your personal experience? (i see you have a subaru and this 4wd 4runner). I've only driven AWD cars but im considering a 4wd vehicle soon
@@VikingsGarage I have the SR5 with the dial selector. It needs to be moving for the H4 to engage. It usually takes 15-30 feet before the dash light stops flashing. By your response, if I’m driving in H2 and I get stuck, I can’t get it into L4 since it’s stuck and can’t move to first get it into H4. Sound right?
@@VikingsGarage I engaged the four wheel drive system on my 2017 toyota 4 Runner TRD off road. When I set it back to normal drive, the engine light and Trac off light came on. Do you know the reason for this? Now I'm at the mercy of toyota for a diagnostic. Which is going on a four hour wait
I do agree, that’s happening due to the lack of new cars plus the high demand for 4Runners. Word to the wise, wait until after this all settles, with the new 6th Gen coming out. Getting a 5th Gen 4runner shouldn’t be as expensive then.
You sure can, only difference is that knob. While driving in conditions that you need to use it, at slower speeds, press release button and twist knob to 4H. 😉
Can you explain the difference between hi and lo for a 2003 4runner with the 4.7 v8 all wheel drive, when i put it in low it doesn't change the gear ratio and beeps every couple seconds, i also experienced this with our 2006 sr5 v6 4runner, when i turn the switch to low it didn't change the gear ratio on that one either, the only one's I have owned that the gear ratio changes when switching to low is my 89 toyota pick up that had a manual shifter and our 2021 TRD Off-road 4runner that also has a shifter like your's.
Is that a definitive yes? I am wondering as I drive all highway to work and live in Michigan, where it gets pretty snowy on the highway. I don't want to be limited to 55mph
Great video, is it true I cannot go passed 100 kml per hour in hi4. I’ve had the hi4 on the highway with fully covered pavement with snow and the car seemed great.
Yes! This is what I am looking for! Thank you for sharing. I am from Calgary, Alberta Canada and its been in winter wonderland these pass few days! ❄️⛄️ Question: Is it true that when the car is in 4high, it can not go beyond 80kph? What will happen if you go pass that speed? 🤷🏻♀️ Thank you in advance. 😀 I love my 4runner specially during winter!!! ⛄️☃️
I don’t understand why I shift from 4L from N, always hear the gear noise, is it I use the shift when I push a little more right then I push up to 4L from N?
For those who lack the knowledge about how 4WD works, you are better off with a limited as it's full time 4WD so you won't have to worry about when to shift the knob in unpredicatable weather conditions.
I think there is some truth to that. I debated for weeks on limited vs. trd offroad. All wheel drive on the limited is going to be way better for just cruising in snow, black ice, standing water, etc. I had always had all-wheel drive cars before. Decided on the trd offroad however and very glad I did because it is much more capable offroad. We just take my wife’s Rav4 when we going skiing and take the 4Runner on summer trips.
I bought my 2022 4 Runner Premium SR5 3 Row seats. I had 3-4 inches of snow not sure if in Parked I squeezed knob shifted inti H4 from H2 without being in Neutral is that ok?
Hola tengo una 2021 4runer TRD OFF ROAD crees que es recomendable usar cadenas para nieve en las montañas. O sólo haci podré manejar la sin problemas en la ⛄
What is better, the Subaru with X-mode or the 4Runner in the snow and specially on snow steep hills? I just can’t decide on what to buy in the next few weeks.
Honestly I’ll put it this way, there’s been days I won’t dare venture out in the Subaru. That thought never even crosses my mind with the 4Runner. 4Runner over the Subaru every time 🤷🏼♂️
@@UnitedStates. the Subaru will be a lot easier since everything is automatic, the 4Runner is a more “analog” kind of style with the manual 4x4 lever and it’s a old school style 4wd
@@W0nTonSoup yeah. Even though as Viking Garage says the 4Runner is better (And I highly agree) the wife would not know how to do it. I think I’ll go for the Forester and then later the updated 4Runner in 2024-25
@@UnitedStates. I agree that’s the better choice, I used to have an awd Acura and it’s much more suited to day to day driving than my current 4Runner, which I still love but is definitely a little more hardcore, especially if it’s your wife driving!
Need more of you to come forth and set people strait. Are the stock tires superb? No, they won't win any 1 terrain competition. However, most people do not give them enough credit. I have run the stock tires in and on every terrain in every season and with the exception of sloppy mud, they have exceeded my expectations hands down.
Wow, this is what I was looking for🤩, good content bro. Keep it up👍 Follow along while drinking coffee Kren, it's really top, Greetings from Bekasi sis. always healthy, keep the spirit for the content don't ever give up.🙏🙏🙏
I’ve explained in a comment before, I do that as a mental note to self that it has to be done at a complete stop. Regular foot on the brake and stop is enough. I hope this clarifies that. Either way. I appreciate you watching the video. Cheers!
To answer your question truthfully, I do not know what is the max speed you can drive in 4wd . Use your best judgment and be safe out there. I used it in slippery conditions only not in wet. I make it up my driveway easier in 4wd then 2wd 🤷🏼♂️
I don’t like confrontation, but with all due respect sir. I’ve been using 4wd in snow for the past 20 years with great results. This after getting partially stuck in 2wd , engage 4wd and off I go. Without issues 🤷🏼♂️. To each his own I spouse.
@@VikingsGarage According to the manual 4Hi can be used on icy or snow covered roads, 4Lo is for deep snow, and high and low literally mean high speed and low speed positions.
How will this do in snow compared to the Outback?
Assuming snow tires on both and 4Runner in 4wd
Like night and day… that Outback won’t make it to 75% of the places the 4Runner does.
4 runner has a higher clearance and all the bells and whistles with the Trd and Pro models to conquer the terrain. Moreover, if you have all Terrain wheels you’re good to go. Have a blessed day.
My favorite vehicle, you dont need the parking brake to shift to L4 though, just Neutral and Depress the brake. 2020 manual page 295
I got you 😉, I do the parking brake As a mental note. Appreciate you noticing though. Love this car.
Thank you.
The parking brake is not needed for 4low, only stopped and in neutral.
It’s like a mental note that works for me. If I tell myself that the parking brake as to be on I remember to be fully stopped. That’s the way I was taught. 🤷🏼♂️ I appreciate you watching . Thank you.
@@VikingsGarage I like that.🤙🏿
I’m a Newbie here 2023 TRD Pro owner for 6 days! I don’t want to be one of those who don’t know how to use the tools in my Truck.
Very helpful video! Thank you!
Been watching your videos for a few months . Finally subscribed! :)
Thank you very much. Always happy to help.
Enjoy that sweet ride!!
4Runner + Snow = one great day
Thanks for sharing
I do agree 👍🏻Thank you for watching .
Cheers buddy !
This is the type of info I needed. I just bought an used 2011 4runner in great condition and this will be the first winter I'll be able to test the four wheel drive. I'm in Chicago and it gets pretty bad during winter over here. Thank you
Your very welcome!!
Good luck with the new ride,ENJOY!!
I have had a 2014 4Runner for 6 years and have used the 4 wheel drive in snow but have never used those extra crawl gears. Thanks, now I think I understand how to use them....
You’re very welcome.I’m glad I was able to help. Thank you for watching and I appreciate the support!
Hey guys remember to activate your 4wheel drive once a month. It’s important. Otherwise it can malfunction the computer system is old school. Also change the oil every 5k miles.
👏🏻👏🏻⬆️
I dont currently have a 4runner but will be getting one once toyota isn't 9.69% interest. Thank you for this as i did not know that. (The 4wd once a month).
@jeffmather728 Absolutely, I hope you get one soon. 🤞🏻
@jeffmather728 Absolutely, I hope you get one soon. 🤞🏻
@jeffmather728 I just got 6.49% at my local credit union. Your credit will obviously play a factor.
Thank you! I appreciate you making this video! My old 4runners were totally different and this is my first manual engaging the 4 Wheel drive :)
Right on!! 👊🏻
00:52 I think he meant to say "4WD High" the first time. That was confusing :-)
Yup
200k on My Trail Premium and I still love looking at other 4runner videos lol
Nothing wrong with that.
I appreciate your support!!
I have a 2005 Chevy Tahoe that has a full time 4WD system (BorgWarner 4482 transfer case) (4 Hi unlocked 60:40 torque split) with a 4 Lo locked (50:50) option too. It is AMAZING in the snow. It’s nice being able to just drive it. No worrying with switching 4wd on and off. GM offered it for a couple of years.
Very cool! Thank you for sharing!
Love your videos and chill stud style .. I love my 4runner its a blast to ride.
Thank you Brother, I appreciate the support. They are awesome aren’t they 👍🏻
I got my 4runner in Dec 2022. My local dealership didnt have any in stock, so i put a deposit on one that was "in transit" to the dealership. I was so excited, when I told my co workers about it, one of them said his wife had a 4runner and they both think its an absolute tank. He said " I love her 4runner, the only bad thing about owning one is.. once your boss finds out you drive a 4runner, you cant call into work because the bad weather ( we live in upstate NY ) 😂😂😂
This is very true!! lol 😂
My co-workers always know I’ll make it to work regardless of the weather. 😅
the speed control knob is only when crawl control is activated.
True that.
Hey, just bought my 4Runner yesterday so thank you for the helpful 101
👍🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Do I need 2h for regular roads or highway?
4h for snow and slippery conditions?
4lo extreamly off road?
You’re correct on all of the above. 👍🏻
I loved your tips on the T4R regarding lights, gages, rear seat tricks etc. so I subscribed. In this video, I want to point out a few things that may cause confusion. The Crawl Control and Multi-terrain cannot be activated simultaneously. Toyota isn’t very clear anywhere but check it out. When it’s on, either CC or MTC, there is an amber light in the dial. The CC is a speed control in 5 steps, the fastest speed is ~5-6 kmph. The MTC is like ATRAC with finer control depending on amount of wheel slip allowed before the brakes control it. Rock is least and Sand is maximum slip.
CC works in forward and reverse, and is good for extricating the truck or controlling speed in very steep slopes, like DAC. Also, I heard you can use MTC in 4-hi, but only in sand/ snow.
One thing to note is that engaging 4-hi (or 4-lo) is like a permanent 4wd (like the limited) with the center diff locked, since there is no center diff in the t-case. This provides excellent traction at both front and rear wheels, but can cause drivetrain windup damage on hard dry surfaces.
First I want to thank you for watching and most importantly for Subscribing.
👏🏻 Thank you on your explanation of the amazing 4wd this trucks have. I’m not going to lie there are some things that even I learn on it everyday. I 100% appreciate your explanation. Will most certainly test it out.
So a Limited on city as fulltime should be driven on 4-hi?
@@claudiacanales2662 The Limited is “full time” 4WD, i.e., it has the ability to NOT cause windup of the drivetrain on hard surfaces or city driving because it has a center differential somewhat similar to a limited slip, called a Torsen differential. If you put it in 4 hi or 4 low, it just locks up the center differential. While you get up to 40-60 front rear torque transfer in full time 4WD, you no are FIXED 50-50 torque transfer. This provides more stability (control and safety) on slippery surfaces like snow and ice in the city.
At speeds above 50 mph or on the highway, full time 4WD is better especially if you have hard surface and snow/ ice intermittently.
BTW, a differential allows rotation at different speeds on either side of the differential. This is important in NOT causing harm to the drivetrain by causing windup damage because wheels travelling at different speeds can't slip on the surface it's on, like a hard surface or road. Wheels on either side of an axle, for example, need to travel at different speeds when turning or going around a curve.
Great vid brother, what tires do you recommend ? (Pittsbugh here)
Thank you !!
I’m running Nitto Terra Graplers, they are great.
What a snow there..... Nice 4wd looks like is really needed there 😁. Stay safe bro 👍
Obrigado Irmão, grande abraço para ti. Tivemos 60 cm de neve e cada outro dia neva ainda mais 🤦🏼♂️. Se não fosse este carrinho estava feito num 8🤣
@@VikingsGarage hehe acredito que sim 🤣. Aqui no Vietnam são 30 graus todo o ano.... são só motocas... Abraço forte
I did everything except parking brake. I thought i destroyed it.
Thank you Viking
5th gen lookin so fancy with all your knobs and settings...my 3rd gen 4Runner jus have the stick....I throw it into neutral, slap what I want (4L,4H,2H etc) and go on my way! =P
less electronics = more reliability lol
great video though, definitely helpful for those who are new or just dont understand 4x4's much
Your very welcome!! No fancy knobs here, it’s a trail edition. It’s a good old stick.
That’s actually the one thing I insisted on having.
@VikingsGarage For the conditions in your video, would you recommend keeping it in 4Hi for the duration of your trip? Do you need to switch it back to 2Hi after when you park or can you leave it in 4Hi for when you continue the trip again ie) multiple stops to different stores etc.. At what point would you switch it back to 2Hi if the weather was like this for whole day? Thanks
I switched it back right after I’m done driving. I’ve always done it that way. Zero issues
@@VikingsGarage thanks for the reply! and for the trip in those snowy/icy conditions it is okay to keep it in 4Hi all times then provided you arent travelling faster than 80km/hr right?
@donv9648 Correct.
Do you recommend 4 wheel drive for heavy rain/lots of water on road as well?
It’s Not needed.
@@VikingsGarage Thanks!
in snowy weather like these- do you keep your 4runner to 4x4 or just the 2wd?
Mostly 4wd
My limited has 4 H and 4 L. In the beginning of your video you said for 4 wheel drive low you can do it while driving . Did you mean 4 High ?
Excellent point, I meant 4high. You cannot engage 4 low in motion.
Ahhh thank you for the heads up. its snowing here in NY now. and I didn't know that you had to put the e-brake and neutral to put it on 4Lo. I was grinding it. Ouch. But good looks on the video sir
Anytime, your welcome. The e-brake is not necessary, I do it to remind myself to be at a full stop. Which is a must for 4-low
Hi can you use H4 on tarmac/asphalt steep twisting road / like in the highest point in georgia, i am asking this because i went there and i just use 2H, i hesitated in using H4 because its tarmac/ asphalt not offroad/dirt and i am afraid i will ruin 4wd system/ trnsmission/ transfer case, thank you, hope you give insight it will be helpful in future adventures, thank you again.
You most certainly can, the key is not doing it at higher speeds (over 65 mph, I believe )
Happy travels !! 👊🏻
Wow, thanks for helpful information. I am planning buy 4Runner Off Road.
Anytime buddy, good luck on the purchase. Stay tuned for more 4Runner content. Cheers!
Are you sure you have to have the parking brake on to get it into 4 lo??
100% sure you don’t have to. I do it to remind myself to be at a full stop
AWD vs 4WD, which one is better in snow from your personal experience? (i see you have a subaru and this 4wd 4runner). I've only driven AWD cars but im considering a 4wd vehicle soon
I do not own a Subaru, my father in law used to. Either way you can’t go wrong, personally I just prefer the 4wd
When stopped and in Neutral, can I transfer directly from H2 to L4? Or does the 4R need to be first engaged in H4 before it will shift into L4?
First 4H then 4low
@@VikingsGarage I have the SR5 with the dial selector. It needs to be moving for the H4 to engage. It usually takes 15-30 feet before the dash light stops flashing. By your response, if I’m driving in H2 and I get stuck, I can’t get it into L4 since it’s stuck and can’t move to first get it into H4. Sound right?
@ggggg4030 yes
How fast can you go on 4lo?
Not very fast, lower then 10 miles an hour.
Question. When I attempted to turn it off, the engine light came on and the trac would not come back on. Can you explain?
What????
@@VikingsGarage I engaged the four wheel drive system on my 2017 toyota 4 Runner TRD off road. When I set it back to normal drive, the engine light and Trac off light came on. Do you know the reason for this? Now I'm at the mercy of toyota for a diagnostic. Which is going on a four hour wait
@dr.manhattan6278 I would have to connect a scan tool to it 🤷🏼♂️
@@VikingsGarage Toyota Didn't find an issue. No charge 🤙🏾
Do you have heated side mirrors or windshield wipers on your 4runner?
I have both, although my heated section for the wipers doesn’t work. Aftermarket windshield. 🤷🏼♂️
@@VikingsGarage too bad dealers are marking up these vehicles.
I do agree, that’s happening due to the lack of new cars plus the high demand for 4Runners.
Word to the wise, wait until after this all settles, with the new 6th Gen coming out.
Getting a 5th Gen 4runner shouldn’t be as expensive then.
just wonderjng what tires are you using?all terrain or winter?265 or 275?
All terrain BF Goodrich 265 , nothing fancy at all. Getting 20 mpg
I have a 2022 4Runner TRD Pro. Do you think I’ll ever need snow chains just in case?
Without a doubt, with the right tires installed. No need for Chains.
Thanks @@VikingsGarage! Do you think the factory all-terrain Nitto Ridge Grapplers are sufficient?
That’s what I run on mine. Great tires!!
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I wanna see you get out the big snow you were talking about, thinking about getting this car
You should get it, and I will. Next big snow storm I’m going to make sure to make a video. Thank you for watching.
Thank you 😊!!!
You got it.
Can the sr5 do that ?🥲
You sure can, only difference is that knob. While driving in conditions that you need to use it, at slower speeds, press release button and twist knob to 4H. 😉
Can you explain the difference between hi and lo for a 2003 4runner with the 4.7 v8 all wheel drive, when i put it in low it doesn't change the gear ratio and beeps every couple seconds, i also experienced this with our 2006 sr5 v6 4runner, when i turn the switch to low it didn't change the gear ratio on that one either, the only one's I have owned that the gear ratio changes when switching to low is my 89 toyota pick up that had a manual shifter and our 2021 TRD Off-road 4runner that also has a shifter like your's.
Can i drive on 4-hi at highway speed at 70mph and up?
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Is that a definitive yes? I am wondering as I drive all highway to work and live in Michigan, where it gets pretty snowy on the highway. I don't want to be limited to 55mph
I would not go above 60 mph.
Transfer case not built for higher speeds.
do you have to have the break pressed down to shift the h2 or h4
You don’t, I do it to remind myself to be at a full stop 😉
When in 4Hi or 4Lo, can you turn off the TRAC? Is it appropriate to turn off?
In 4-hi you can, although you shouldn’t.
In 4-low the vehicle does it automatically.
You didn’t discuss 4H and the speed requirement differences.
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Great video, is it true I cannot go passed 100 kml per hour in hi4. I’ve had the hi4 on the highway with fully covered pavement with snow and the car seemed great.
The owners manual does state not to go above 80km/h. They are great vehicles regardless of the conditions.
Yes! This is what I am looking for! Thank you for sharing.
I am from Calgary, Alberta Canada and its been in winter wonderland these pass few days! ❄️⛄️
Question: Is it true that when the car is in 4high, it can not go beyond 80kph? What will happen if you go pass that speed? 🤷🏻♀️
Thank you in advance. 😀
I love my 4runner specially during winter!!!
⛄️☃️
Welcome to the channel.
The Differential gearing is not built for those speeds.
U need parking brake?
You don’t.
When a Norwegian say’s Y’all you know he’s legit!
Lol 👍🏻
I don't think the parking break is really necessary to go on 4low.
It’s not, I do it as a reminder to be fully stopped. 👍🏻 thank you for watching, I appreciate it.
I don’t understand why I shift from 4L from N, always hear the gear noise, is it I use the shift when I push a little more right then I push up to 4L from N?
I’m not sure what you mean.
For those who lack the knowledge about how 4WD works, you are better off with a limited as it's full time 4WD so you won't have to worry about when to shift the knob in unpredicatable weather conditions.
Well put. 👍🏻
Nah, we are human so we can adjust and learn. I never drive part-time 4 wheel drive before but I will learn after a couple attempts
Dumbest thing I've ever heard..
I think there is some truth to that. I debated for weeks on limited vs. trd offroad. All wheel drive on the limited is going to be way better for just cruising in snow, black ice, standing water, etc. I had always had all-wheel drive cars before. Decided on the trd offroad however and very glad I did because it is much more capable offroad. We just take my wife’s Rav4 when we going skiing and take the 4Runner on summer trips.
I bought my 2022 4 Runner Premium SR5 3 Row seats. I had 3-4 inches of snow not sure if in Parked I squeezed knob shifted inti H4 from H2 without being in Neutral is that ok?
Hola tengo una 2021 4runer TRD OFF ROAD crees que es recomendable usar cadenas para nieve en las montañas. O sólo haci podré manejar la sin problemas en la ⛄
Absolutely no need for tire chains with a 4Runner.
@@VikingsGarage thanks you
What is better, the Subaru with X-mode or the 4Runner in the snow and specially on snow steep hills? I just can’t decide on what to buy in the next few weeks.
Honestly I’ll put it this way, there’s been days I won’t dare venture out in the Subaru. That thought never even crosses my mind with the 4Runner.
4Runner over the Subaru every time 🤷🏼♂️
@@VikingsGarage Thanks, man. I appreciate it! 👍
@@UnitedStates. the Subaru will be a lot easier since everything is automatic, the 4Runner is a more “analog” kind of style with the manual 4x4 lever and it’s a old school style 4wd
@@W0nTonSoup yeah. Even though as Viking Garage says the 4Runner is better (And I highly agree) the wife would not know how to do it. I think I’ll go for the Forester and then later the updated 4Runner in 2024-25
@@UnitedStates. I agree that’s the better choice, I used to have an awd Acura and it’s much more suited to day to day driving than my current 4Runner, which I still love but is definitely a little more hardcore, especially if it’s your wife driving!
I own a 2016 I don't need to use the parking park.
Nobody does, I did that to emphasize on the fact that you have to be at a full stop to engage 4 low.
Thank you for watching!
Thanks!
Your welcome Brother!
I'm shocked with the stock tires the whole 5th gen lineup even though its not aggressive the HTs handled better than my ironman ATs in snow
Pretty impressive.
Need more of you to come forth and set people strait. Are the stock tires superb? No, they won't win any 1 terrain competition. However, most people do not give them enough credit. I have run the stock tires in and on every terrain in every season and with the exception of sloppy mud, they have exceeded my expectations hands down.
Right on my friend. You won’t know unless you experience it for yourself. Thank you for watching, I appreciate you.
I already snapped my CV in desert sand I'm utterly shocked only at 40k miles with 2in lift
That’s wild, you Sir are a savage lol. Thank you for watching, stay tuned for more 4Runner and FJ content.
@@VikingsGarage did you buy aftermarket heavy duty CV’s and use a drop kit so they are not at too high a degree?
My 4Runner it is still 100% stock for now.
do you need to turn the car off, turn the wiper blades on with the right signal before putting it on 4 LO? 😂 what was the parking brake all about?
Just a mental note to bring the vehicle to a full stop.
(You don’t have to apply the parking brake to engage 4lo)
Wow, this is what I was looking for🤩, good content bro. Keep it up👍
Follow along while drinking coffee
Kren, it's really top,
Greetings from Bekasi sis.
always healthy, keep the spirit for the content don't ever give up.🙏🙏🙏
Thank you so much, I appreciate that!
No need to put the parking brake on for changing to 4H or 4L
Yes , I’m aware 😉. (It’s a mental note I do hope remind me to be at a full stop)
Thank you for watching, I appreciate that!!
Why the parking brake and not just the regular brake??? Thats to busy
I’ve explained in a comment before, I do that as a mental note to self that it has to be done at a complete stop. Regular foot on the brake and stop is enough. I hope this clarifies that. Either way. I appreciate you watching the video. Cheers!
Or get a Limited and use the AWD mode exclusively.
As long as its a 4runner 😉
Don’t need parking break
Im aware
Would H4 be OK for a water crossing? Rock river bed. I have an off road trip planned for spring and trying to knowledge up. Thanks! '17 ORP
H4 for that scenario should be sufficient.
Whats thr max speed you can drive on 4wheel drive? Being that its a rear wheel drive in every day use in snow and wet conditions should you need it
To answer your question truthfully, I do not know what is the max speed you can drive in 4wd . Use your best judgment and be safe out there. I used it in slippery conditions only not in wet. I make it up my driveway easier in 4wd then 2wd 🤷🏼♂️
Lol I am one of those people that haven't tried 4wheel drive and I got 4runner one month ago
You got to do it! Let me know how it goes. 👍🏻
Toyota & others recommend you drive in 4WD for 10 miles every month to lubricate the front drive components.
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@@tomc8115 thanks. I haven't had much success because I always forget to use 4WD and the worse part is I rarely drive 4runner.
That sucks, hopefully you start driving it more.
Parking brake NOT needed
Yes , I KNOW!
What set of tires your running.
Good question, a very good set. Bfgoodrich advantage t/a sport lt 265/70r17 115t
55,000 miles on them and counting
Highly recommended for this vehicle
Your radio is blinking
I noticed the go pro/camera was having a glitch. My radio doesn’t actually blink, good catch nonetheless.
No big deal, test it on ice slop
I have 😉
@@VikingsGarage 🤬🤬🤬🤬👊👊👊👊👊👊
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LOL. Using 4low in snow is laughable.
Why’s that?
I don’t like confrontation, but with all due respect sir. I’ve been using 4wd in snow for the past 20 years with great results. This after getting partially stuck in 2wd , engage 4wd and off I go. Without issues 🤷🏼♂️.
To each his own I spouse.
Answering Ted 😉, either way I appreciate you guys watching.
@@VikingsGarage According to the manual 4Hi can be used on icy or snow covered roads, 4Lo is for deep snow, and high and low literally mean high speed and low speed positions.
when not in 4wd, is the default drive on the rear or front axle...thanx...
Rear wheel drive.