Precaution for All Mode 4WD System
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 Nissan Pathfinder. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Even if the 2WD mode is selected, the All mode 4WD system occasionally changes from 2WD to 4WD automatically depending on the driving conditions.
When spinning the front wheels by running the engine with the front wheels jacked up or mounted on the free rollers / or a chassis dynamometer, be careful because the vehicle may suddenly move due to the driving force from the rear wheels.
To avoid personal injury and vehicle damage, use one of the following methods when working with the front wheels drive force and spinning freely.
- Remove the propeller shaft.
- Use free rollers / chassis dynamometer designed for 4WD vehicles.