Univex 2010 Armada - Manual (Page 18)

FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE (4WD) SHIFT SWITCH (if so equipped)
Ⅲ This system provides 4 positions so the driver can select the
desired drive mode according to driving conditions.
Ⅲ 2WD – Dry, paved roads.
Ⅲ AUTO – Torque distribution to front and rear wheels will
change automatically, depending on road conditions.
Ⅲ 4H – Rocky, sandy or snow-covered roads.
Ⅲ 4LO – When maximum power and traction are required (steep grades, rocky, sandy or
muddy roads).
NOTE: The vehicle must be stopped and in N (Neutral) with the brake pedal depressed
when shifting into and out of 4LO.
VEHICLE DYNAMIC CONTROL (VDC) OFF SWITCH
The Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system uses various sensors to
monitor driver inputs and vehicle motion. Under certain driving situations,
the system will control braking and engine output to help keep the vehicle
on its steered path. VDC may need to be temporarily shut off if you are
trying to free a vehicle stuck in snow or mud.
Ⅲ Push the VDC OFF switch to deactivate the VDC system. The
light will illuminate in the instrument panel gauge area.
Ⅲ Push the VDC OFF switch again to activate the VDC system. The
light in the
instrument panel gauge area will turn off.
Ⅲ The VDC system is active while the vehicle is running, until the switch is pressed to turn
it off.
TOW MODE SWITCH (if so equipped)
Tow mode raises transmission shift points and should be used when
pulling a heavy trailer or hauling a heavy load.
Tow mode includes the following features:
Ⅲ Grade logic — Reduces transmission shifts when pulling a trailer or
hauling a load up a grade.
Ⅲ Downhill Speed Control (DSC) — Automatically downshifts when
driving down a grade with a trailer or heavy load to help control
vehicle speed.
To activate the system:
Ⅲ Push the TOW MODE switch to activate tow mode. The indicator light on the TOW
MODE switch illuminates when tow mode is selected.
Ⅲ Push the TOW MODE switch again to turn tow mode off.
Ⅲ Tow mode is automatically canceled when the engine is turned off.
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