X-MODE®Standard System
To activate the X-MODE®system, press the X-MODE®
switch. While the system is active, the X-MODE®
indicator appears, and the Multi-Function Display
shows steering direction, vehicle angle, and power
distribution. To deactivate X-MODE
®, press the
X-MODE®switch again.
In certain situations, such as navigating a vehicle
stuck in mud or snow, it may be helpful to allow more
wheel spin by turning off the VDC system. To turn off
the VDC system, turn the Vehicle Dynamics Control
OFF switch to the left. Turn the Vehicle Dynamics
Control OFF Switch back to “Normal” to reactivate the
VDC system.
X-MODE®Dual Mode System
To activate the X-MODE®system, turn the switch to
the left for SNOW/DIRT or to the right for
D.SNOW/MUD. While the system is active, the
X-MODE
®indicator appears, and the Multi-Function
Display shows steering direction, vehicle angle, and
power distribution. To deactivate X-MODE
®, press the
X-MODE®switch.
• SNOW/DIRT is suitable for driving on slippery road
surfaces such as snow or gravel, where the points
of contact between the tires and road surface are
visible.
• D.SNOW/MUD provides maximum torque from the
engine and the optimal amount of slip in the driving
wheels, enabling the vehicle to free itself more
effectively. It is suitable for driving on a roads where
the tires can become buried, such as deep snow, dry sand, or muddy roads.
Hill Descent Control (HDC)
This function helps maintain a constant vehicle speed when driving down steep hills or
declines. HDC is automatically engaged with X-MODE®and functions with the select lever
in the “D” or “R” position.
Standard
Dual Mode
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