What gear should the Land Cruiser speed knob normally be set to?
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The Land Cruiser speed knob is a crawl control adjustment switch, which should be turned off during normal driving. If you need to use it, you must first turn on the main switch (located below the knob). The numbers 1, 2, and 3 on the knob refer to the low gear modes of the transmission. You can directly shift into gears 1, 2, or 3 while driving without braking, but avoid doing so when the vehicle speed or engine RPM is high. Details are as follows: Vehicle introduction: The Land Cruiser is a mid-to-large SUV launched by FAW Toyota, with dimensions of 5095mm in length, 1975mm in width, and 1930mm in height, and a wheelbase of 2850mm. It is equipped with two naturally aspirated engines: a 4.0L V6 and a 4.6L V8, with maximum power outputs of 202kw and 228kw respectively, paired with either a 5-speed or 6-speed automatic transmission.
I've been driving the Land Cruiser for years, and I usually keep the speed knob fixed in the D position, which is the drive gear. Whether in the city or on the highway, I use this gear—it's especially smooth. In this position, the system shifts automatically, making it effortless. A light press on the accelerator speeds up the car, and there's no need to switch gears when stopping at a red light. I remember when I first started driving, I experimented with the S gear for sport mode, but the daily fuel consumption was higher, which wasn't cost-effective. When parking, it's essential to shift to P gear—safety first. I recommend developing a habit of glancing at the knob before starting to ensure it's in D gear to avoid faster transmission wear. If you encounter special road conditions, like climbing a steep slope, you can occasionally switch to manual or S gear for fun, but remember to switch back to D gear afterward. This helps keep the car more durable and saves a lot on fuel.
