UK First Edition They get the diesel version.
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Looks like they moved the volume button...
or 1958 edition would be available in UK too?
No center lock button in that one, strange…
Euro-spec gets a slightly different 4WD system.
US-spec:
Euro-spec:
H4F - high range 4wd unlocked center diff
H4L - high range 4wd locked center diff
L4L - low range 4wd locked center diff
Which is better?
If picture is accurate, they're putting a part time 4wd transfer case in the EU model, versus the full time 4wd (torsen center diff with locker) on the US model. Same setup as most 5th gen 4runners (part time 4wd) versus the limited model that has torsen center diff. Same as the 4th gen Tacoma models with part time and the limited trim will get torsen.
ETA: Never mind, I misread the markings in the picture.
ETA: Never mind, I misread the markings in the picture.
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Ah, that makes sense. In that case, the US system is superior.
Not saying you're right or wrong but why do you think so? I don't have and never used a Toyota part time 4WD system so forgive the ignorance.
Both shows full time system with lockable center. The European system are simpler. The US system can be more confusing for rookie off roader.
The condition that need low range with open center is technically rare but I love it for maneuvering trailer or even off road when you need tighter turning radius. I remember when 80 series was designed like European system and adding center diff lock switch was a popular modification.
The condition that need low range with open center is technically rare but I love it for maneuvering trailer or even off road when you need tighter turning radius. I remember when 80 series was designed like European system and adding center diff lock switch was a popular modification.
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Actually, I misread the picture. I thought it was 2H,4H,4L. Perhaps they are just using a different switch configuration with the same transfer case. Very odd to do so.
That was my initial thought as well.
Current 4Runner Limited full time system
From the Prado made to fit a US 4Runner Limited replacing the above dial
So the EU version does indeed have an LSD, like the 4R Limited. All it lacks is the ability to unlock the center diff in low range. Probably not a big deal, but not sure why Toyota bothers to have two systems?
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You’re making the assumption that the computer will allow you to operate the center diff independent to the t-case. I’ll wager there will be a required sequence to the NA truck like center diff locked, shift to 4-low or shifting the 4-low will also engage the center. Then rear locker on/off only in low.
A good example of prior Toyota tech is the 80-series 7-pin mod.
Maybe we will figure out a similar override. The NA switches would then be better. I just hope locking the center diff deactivates the ABS system.
Perhaps. That only further confuses me as to why NA has a different system.
What would be the benefit of deactivating ABS?
