Thanks for taking the time to upload this. I just bought a 2000 Landcruiser (No owner's Manual) I wondered what the power and 2nd buttons were for? Now I know!
I believe mine says 40mph max, but it's been awhile since I read through it. I don't believe it's necessary unless you're trudging through a rough stretch.
Ohhhh! ECT means Electronically Controlled Transmission. My daughter must have bumped the button when she got in to drive. I tried turning the POWER button off while stopped at a traffic light while in Drive when I noticed the ECT PWR light on. My Manuel wasn’t helpful there. My mistake was not having my 98’ LC in Park position. It’s off now. Thank you so much!
Funny how many videos where people cannot just make it simple and tell you what is correct. Thanks My wife put the car in locking center diff on our Lexus GX 470 and we are not sure how to proceed. We just left it at the store.
For the 100 series when you put it in 4lo it automatically locks the center diff. You can bypass this though as trying to turn with the center diff locked will cause drive train bind up, not good if in 4lo and you have to steer or turn
You cannot have low unlocked unless you have modified the vehicle. From the factory selecting low on the transfer case automatically engages the center lock.
Hi I have a 2001 Lexus LX 470 with same shift knobs like the Land Cruiser. my H-N-L shift knob is stuck on H position. I followed instruction but it just would not shift. I bought the truck in 2003 and did not bother shifting the knob as I don’t have any issue driving. Is anyone have same problem and may be can share their experience. Thanks in advance.
@@rodrigodalay5875 the shift lever can seize in the transfer case housing, I have a 2003 model that also has seized. You will need to have the lever including the mounting plate removed from the top of the transfer case, then you can soak the shaft that is underneath, in a lubricant and move it back and forth to get it to move freely again.
I have a 100 series land cruiser Just so I understood you correctly, As soon as I shift in low range there is no need to press the diff lock button correct? ?
@@QUEENSLANDER4x4es, when you shift into 4Lo the center differential is locked automatically and you cannot unlock it There is a mod you can do to change this but stock vehicles do it automatically (unless something is broken)
@@fatheadmeetoo2891 I was told it should be in high when driving normally and when towing or pulling it should be put in neutral. But mine won’t budge, stuck in neutral position but drives fine.
I have a 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser land cruiser FZJ100L How can I shift in low range with diff lock on? Should the vehicle be in Neutral when I press the diff lock button or should I shift in low range and then press diff lock button The video you posted is has excellent explanation, really amazed thank you ..
If you need this mode...Stop your car, shift from H to L, some cars automatically turn diff lock on after this others you will then have do then turn Diff lock ON. Now your in low range diff locked. To turn off, Stop car, diff lock off, shift from L To H, now your high range no diff lock.
Thanks for the video… I can’t move the H-N-L handle even when stopped… I wish you would show actually doing it. Do I need to push it over or something? It shouldn’t be this hard :/ thx
Put the car in neutral, then you can go from high to low and vice versa. Once you shift, put the car back in drive and you’re good to go. It can be stiff but if you’re in neutral, don’t be afraid to use a bit of force
you mentioned the fuctions of PWR and 2nd start but i want to make my self clear thay using both these buttons after starting the engine or we can use during drive,
The small button in the main shift arm keeps the transmission from shifting into over drive. Or takes the transmission out of over drive (down shifts to third gear) when at a speed high enough for overdrive - fourth or top gear. When to use… towing, engine braking down hill… more torque going up hill.
Great video-can you address this. Can you drive in high and still press the differential lock in snow and slippery conditions? Comment was this...small correction it says in the manual that diff lock should only be used when in low range more and not in any other mode . Thanks Karrs
When driving in FL rain, I have a drip coming down on drivers side onto my left foot. Do you think I have a leak coming from my windshield? I already blew out 4 out holes with an air compressor in sunroof. Then removed top rack, cleaned and put in temporary new screws with rubber washers in. This stopped leaks around seatbelts, not the leak in front. Also, old rack screws are rusted. Hence the reason for temporary screws but rack won’t fit over new screw heads. I tried Toyota dealerships for 98’ LC rack screws. No luck. Any suggestions where I can find replacement screws?
I would say the answer to your question is "YES." You have already ruled out the sunroof drains (unlikely in the first place) and the roof rack (strong possibility in the first place). Your glass was probably replaced, and there are some *very* janky windshield replacements done on this vehicle. I would find a glass guy with experience on the J100 windshield.
@@ezrashanti Hi. On my 1997 LC the button is on side if the gear shift lever near the top ,where your thumb would find it. ( mine has the auto gearbox) Good luck, A light comes on the speedo display when switched on. Paul
When to use OD , by pressing the OD button it comes out of the lever shaft in dashboard it shows OD off , so it mean OD is off or they say plz turn off the OD......? when I press the OD button again it stuck inside and the OD off sign at dashboard disappears, So in normal driving should it be showing in dashboard at OD off or not.
OD is overdrive. When you press that button, the overdrive function in the transmission is turned off. Now the automatic transmission won't shift into it's highest overdrive gear, or if it's already in that gear, it will switch out of it. The dash doesn't ask you to do anything ever. It's telling you, the overdrive is now disconnected because you activated that switch. You use the OD off switch when you are descending a hill to use engine braking more effectively at higher speeds, or when you are towing something. It reduces your fuel economy but ensures you're vehicle will have enough torque when going up a hill while towing.
Never ever ever use diff lock in the highway. Only use the diff lock when stuck in mud, sand, snow or loose rocky terrain. If you are not moving and you wheels are caught with the diff lock on the diff will snap if you over rev it. Turn diff lock off when driving faster. If used at high speeds the diff may snap when turning.
That’s the rear diff lock option equipped on most 98-2000s 100 series cruisers you can only use that switch if you click the center diff button first and then switch the rear lock button
So does having the center diff unlocked give you the option of driving it in 4HI on pavement such as an AWD vehicle? Most 4x4 pick up trucks that have a standard transfer case is basically like having center diffs locked right? (Of course without the option to unlock it and therefore can’t drive it on pavement)
Basically, yes. A Land Rover, or a Toyota Land Cruiser are generally regarded as permanent 4WD. Though nowadays both are marketed as AWD I believe because that term is more known I guess. But getting back to the point, those permanent 4WD vehicles - usually - have a center diff, which can be locked. Either automatically by the car itself as in a Land Rover, or manually, as in a Land Cruiser. When those center diffs are unlocked you can drive the vehicle on the pavement as you would any other car. The center diff allows the front and rear drive shafts to turn at different speeds, which is necessary on a high friction surface like pavement when making a tight turn as the front wheels will need to turn more than the back wheels. A center diff allows this to happen. Pick up trucks are usually part time 4WD so is the Jimny part time 4WD. 2Hi is for use on pavement, in this situation only the rear wheels receive drive. The front drive shaft is disconnected from the transfer case, and the front wheels are not driven at all. So when turning corners, the rear differential will sort out the rotation requirements of the left and right wheels as you turn, so it drives like a normal 2WD car. When you go to 4Hi or 4Lo, you connect the front drive shaft to the transfer case, and now, both front and rear shafts will be turned at the exact same speed. Just like locking the center diff on a full time 4WD. So if you try to drive on pavement in 4Hi and make left and right turns, you will cause transmission wind up, and you will scrub your tyres on the road as the front wheels and the rear wheels will need to be driven at different rates, however, due to the way a part time 4WD transfer case works, this cannot happen. Thus your turning circle is greatly reduced and you risk breaking something. 4lo? Same story, the only difference is you're going a lot slower as you engage the reduction gearing on the Transfer case. The only exception I know of to this rule, is the mitsubishi super-select 4WD, they have the option to have 2Hi, or 4Hi on the road, because they have 4Hi, and 4HiLC (the LC meaning, locked center.)
Pwr has nothing to do with ‘race car mode’…in case you didn’t notice, an LC100 ain’t exactely quick 😂 It is used when requiring extra HP for eg towing applications. To make use of the max HP you need to be higher in the rev band than normal. That’s why many trucks have a towing button, to disable the overdrive (and with some to generally shift later)…
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Do you happen to have one 80 series
I appreciate the clear, concise and to the point video demonstration. This was a very useful video.
Thanks for taking the time to upload this. I just bought a 2000 Landcruiser (No owner's Manual) I wondered what the power and 2nd buttons were for? Now I know!
15 years having one and today came to knew what those buttons for 😬🙄....Thanks
Great video, small correction it says in the manual that diff lock should only be used when in low range more and not in any other mode .
I believe mine says 40mph max, but it's been awhile since I read through it. I don't believe it's necessary unless you're trudging through a rough stretch.
Ohhhh! ECT means Electronically Controlled Transmission. My daughter must have bumped the button when she got in to drive. I tried turning the POWER button off while stopped at a traffic light while in Drive when I noticed the ECT PWR light on. My Manuel wasn’t helpful there. My mistake was not having my 98’ LC in Park position.
It’s off now. Thank you so much!
Funny how many videos where people cannot just make it simple and tell you what is correct. Thanks My wife put the car in locking center diff on our Lexus GX 470 and we are not sure how to proceed. We just left it at the store.
For the 100 series when you put it in 4lo it automatically locks the center diff. You can bypass this though as trying to turn with the center diff locked will cause drive train bind up, not good if in 4lo and you have to steer or turn
You cannot have low unlocked unless you have modified the vehicle. From the factory selecting low on the transfer case automatically engages the center lock.
My understanding was that the main transmission has to be in neutral before shifting the smaller one from H to L or vice versa. Please confirm
True on my 99
That's correct.
Car will be in stop position and both the shafts as small and automatic should be on N before changing in 95 series prado.
Hi I have a 2001 Lexus LX 470 with same shift knobs like the Land Cruiser. my H-N-L shift knob is stuck on H position. I followed instruction but it just would not shift. I bought the truck in 2003 and did not bother shifting the knob as I don’t have any issue driving. Is anyone have same problem and may be can share their experience. Thanks in advance.
@@rodrigodalay5875 the shift lever can seize in the transfer case housing, I have a 2003 model that also has seized. You will need to have the lever including the mounting plate removed from the top of the transfer case, then you can soak the shaft that is underneath, in a lubricant and move it back and forth to get it to move freely again.
Hi in 2024 I found this video very helpful thank you bro🎉
Great video, thanks.
I haven't been in a Land Cruiser in about 15 years, so this was a great refresher.
Center diff locks as soon as you put it into low range. You've got that part all wrong.
I have a 100 series land cruiser
Just so I understood you correctly, As soon as I shift in low range there is no need to press the diff lock button correct? ?
@@QUEENSLANDER4x4es, when you shift into 4Lo the center differential is locked automatically and you cannot unlock it
There is a mod you can do to change this but stock vehicles do it automatically (unless something is broken)
now I understand and I`m clear!!!! thank you!!!
Great video ! 🙏
I have one question,, is this toyoa front wheel drive or rear mainly
Just bought this truck and I have been driving all day with the 4x4 in neutral
are we not supposed to be doing that lol
Omgoodness I’m not the only one. Any help?
@@fatheadmeetoo2891 I was told it should be in high when driving normally and when towing or pulling it should be put in neutral. But mine won’t budge, stuck in neutral position but drives fine.
thanks@@brandonhill8937
How is the fuel economy for you?
I have a 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser land cruiser FZJ100L
How can I shift in low range with diff lock on? Should the vehicle be in Neutral when I press the diff lock button or should I shift in low range and then press diff lock button
The video you posted is has excellent explanation, really amazed thank you ..
If you need this mode...Stop your car, shift from H to L, some cars automatically turn diff lock on after this others you will then have do then turn Diff lock ON. Now your in low range diff locked. To turn off, Stop car, diff lock off, shift from L To H, now your high range no diff lock.
When driving on normal drive without 4×4 what is the normal position pls
Great, thank you Sir
Whys my Pwr and 2nd not lightin up on my dash ? I have 100 series "99
Thanks for the video… I can’t move the H-N-L handle even when stopped… I wish you would show actually doing it. Do I need to push it over or something? It shouldn’t be this hard :/ thx
Put the car in neutral, then you can go from high to low and vice versa. Once you shift, put the car back in drive and you’re good to go. It can be stiff but if you’re in neutral, don’t be afraid to use a bit of force
you mentioned the fuctions of PWR and 2nd start but i want to make my self clear thay using both these buttons after starting the engine or we can use during drive,
You can use them with a click of the button. You can turn it on anytime. You can use it while you drive.
This was helpful thank you
Very useful video thanks
How to use small button on shift gear, in what condition we us that?
The small button in the main shift arm keeps the transmission from shifting into over drive. Or takes the transmission out of over drive (down shifts to third gear) when at a speed high enough for overdrive - fourth or top gear.
When to use… towing, engine braking down hill… more torque going up hill.
Hye.. Thanks for the very informative video. Where can I find the Manual for the Land Cruiser 100 Series. Tq
Y 4lo doesnt have indicator light?
Is that an Innova scan tool on the floor?
I’m such a noob. Can you damage the truck driving in the N position?
It will not put any drive to the wheels, hence neutral gear.
How do you activate ATRAC?
Awesome
Why didn’t you shift I to 4lo?
You know you have to put it into neutral first.
Great video-can you address this. Can you drive in high and still press the differential lock in snow and slippery conditions? Comment was this...small correction it says in the manual that diff lock should only be used when in low range more and not in any other mode . Thanks Karrs
Yes you can use it in hi
@@eliharalson7281 even if the vehicle manual says not to ? How do you figure that ?
@@camptonightanual says not to drive over 30 miles per hour or on high traction surfaces with the center differential lock engaged
How about the The garage switch?
When driving in FL rain, I have a drip coming down on drivers side onto my left foot. Do you think I have a leak coming from my windshield? I already blew out 4 out holes with an air compressor in sunroof. Then removed top rack, cleaned and put in temporary new screws with rubber washers in. This stopped leaks around seatbelts, not the leak in front.
Also, old rack screws are rusted. Hence the reason for temporary screws but rack won’t fit over new screw heads.
I tried Toyota dealerships for 98’ LC rack screws. No luck. Any suggestions where I can find replacement screws?
Could be the black rubber strips on each side of the exterior roof 🤷🏻♂️
I would say the answer to your question is "YES." You have already ruled out the sunroof drains (unlikely in the first place) and the roof rack (strong possibility in the first place). Your glass was probably replaced, and there are some *very* janky windshield replacements done on this vehicle. I would find a glass guy with experience on the J100 windshield.
what about when your laucnhing a boat on a ramp with algae on it
Don't forget the overdrive button on the gear lever.
Where is this button? 2006 lx470. Don't see it. This is essentially for better fuel economy on freeway driving yes?
@@ezrashanti Hi. On my 1997 LC the button is on side if the gear shift lever near the top ,where your thumb would find it. ( mine has the auto gearbox) Good luck,
A light comes on the speedo display when switched on.
Paul
Anyone know how to turn traction control off while on road driving
Or they’ll press the antenna down button before entering a car wash as my brother forgot to do which is why my antenna is also broken
When to use OD , by pressing the OD button it comes out of the lever shaft in dashboard it shows OD off , so it mean OD is off or they say plz turn off the OD......? when I press the OD button again it stuck inside and the OD off sign at dashboard disappears,
So in normal driving should it be showing in dashboard at OD off or not.
Do you even know what OD means
Od means on drugs so when your off your face you press the od button and go sleep
OD is overdrive. When you press that button, the overdrive function in the transmission is turned off. Now the automatic transmission won't shift into it's highest overdrive gear, or if it's already in that gear, it will switch out of it. The dash doesn't ask you to do anything ever. It's telling you, the overdrive is now disconnected because you activated that switch.
You use the OD off switch when you are descending a hill to use engine braking more effectively at higher speeds, or when you are towing something. It reduces your fuel economy but ensures you're vehicle will have enough torque when going up a hill while towing.
Never ever ever use diff lock in the highway. Only use the diff lock when stuck in mud, sand, snow or loose rocky terrain. If you are not moving and you wheels are caught with the diff lock on the diff will snap if you over rev it. Turn diff lock off when driving faster. If used at high speeds the diff may snap when turning.
how do you use the differential lock switch on a 99 land cruiser; it's on the left hand side of the steering wheel
That’s the rear diff lock option equipped on most 98-2000s 100 series cruisers you can only use that switch if you click the center diff button first and then switch the rear lock button
Over the rear vents control that's on the left hand side there's this scroll with cruise control sign, what's this for?
I think that’s to change your interior light brightness?
Where is the front and rear diff Lock switch?
This one didn’t have it. Usually it’s located on the left side of the steering wheel.
My Land Cruiser after passing 100km / h starts to sound an alert sound but shows no sign on the dashboard. What will it be?
Cruise control malfunction
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So does having the center diff unlocked give you the option of driving it in 4HI on pavement such as an AWD vehicle?
Most 4x4 pick up trucks that have a standard transfer case is basically like having center diffs locked right? (Of course without the option to unlock it and therefore can’t drive it on pavement)
Hello, cen yuo mike video how set cloc from toyota landcruiser 100. Thenks.
Basically, yes. A Land Rover, or a Toyota Land Cruiser are generally regarded as permanent 4WD. Though nowadays both are marketed as AWD I believe because that term is more known I guess. But getting back to the point, those permanent 4WD vehicles - usually - have a center diff, which can be locked. Either automatically by the car itself as in a Land Rover, or manually, as in a Land Cruiser. When those center diffs are unlocked you can drive the vehicle on the pavement as you would any other car. The center diff allows the front and rear drive shafts to turn at different speeds, which is necessary on a high friction surface like pavement when making a tight turn as the front wheels will need to turn more than the back wheels. A center diff allows this to happen.
Pick up trucks are usually part time 4WD so is the Jimny part time 4WD. 2Hi is for use on pavement, in this situation only the rear wheels receive drive. The front drive shaft is disconnected from the transfer case, and the front wheels are not driven at all. So when turning corners, the rear differential will sort out the rotation requirements of the left and right wheels as you turn, so it drives like a normal 2WD car. When you go to 4Hi or 4Lo, you connect the front drive shaft to the transfer case, and now, both front and rear shafts will be turned at the exact same speed. Just like locking the center diff on a full time 4WD. So if you try to drive on pavement in 4Hi and make left and right turns, you will cause transmission wind up, and you will scrub your tyres on the road as the front wheels and the rear wheels will need to be driven at different rates, however, due to the way a part time 4WD transfer case works, this cannot happen. Thus your turning circle is greatly reduced and you risk breaking something.
4lo? Same story, the only difference is you're going a lot slower as you engage the reduction gearing on the Transfer case. The only exception I know of to this rule, is the mitsubishi super-select 4WD, they have the option to have 2Hi, or 4Hi on the road, because they have 4Hi, and 4HiLC (the LC meaning, locked center.)
Pwr has nothing to do with ‘race car mode’…in case you didn’t notice, an LC100 ain’t exactely quick 😂
It is used when requiring extra HP for eg towing applications. To make use of the max HP you need to be higher in the rev band than normal.
That’s why many trucks have a towing button, to disable the overdrive (and with some to generally shift later)…
How to racebreak i do?
TQ
Center lock high in snow is the shiz
My truck stuck in4wd how i do now
land cruisers from 98-07 are all awd
@@anassyacouba2099 no, all land cruisers in the US from 1991-2021 were all full time 4wd
It's the mileage 1:03 for me 😁😁
I own a land cruiser 1988 model with 0 mileage!
Mine is an 05 with over 318,000
can i use power or 2nd in 4WD plus O/D?