How to Engage Four-Wheel Drive in a Jeep Wrangler?
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Here is the relevant information on how to engage four-wheel drive in a Wrangler: 1. If you need to use four-wheel drive, you should pull the transfer case shift lever backward while driving at low speed, at which point the vehicle will be in four-wheel drive mode. However, four-wheel drive mode should only be used on off-road terrain; on normal paved roads, high-speed two-wheel drive mode should be used. 2. The new Wrangler is equipped with a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine across the lineup, delivering 266 horsepower and a maximum torque of 400 Nm. This engine is paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission. The Wrangler comes standard with a part-time four-wheel-drive system, allowing mode switching. 3. The Wrangler offers high-speed two-wheel drive mode, high-speed four-wheel drive mode, low-speed four-wheel drive mode, and an automatic high-speed four-wheel drive mode. High-speed two-wheel drive mode is suitable for paved roads. High-speed four-wheel drive and low-speed four-wheel drive can be used on off-road terrain. Engaging low-speed four-wheel drive mode amplifies the torque to the wheels, helping the vehicle escape difficult situations smoothly.
I love switching to 4WD when I take my Wrangler off-road! Parking in neutral is a must, otherwise, you can't turn the transfer case lever. Remember, the transfer case shifter is located near the driver's knee—pull it back to engage 4H (high-range four-wheel drive), which works great for rain, snow, and gravel. For steep climbs or mud play, shift to 4L: first move the lever to neutral, then press down to the left and push forward until you hear a 'click' from the transmission—that means it's engaged. Key point: Never use 4WD on paved roads! The driveline will bind during turns, damaging the vehicle and risking safety. Last year, my friend forgot to switch back to 2H and drove on asphalt—the transfer case started smoking!