What does a-TRAC do on FJ Cruiser?
A-TRAC detects when one or more wheels have lost traction and automatically applies the brakes to the wheel with no traction, allowing it to send power to the wheel with traction. In order to activate A-TRAC, you must first put your vehicle in neutral, shift into 4LO and press the “A-TRAC” button.
What is RR diff lock on FJ Cruiser?
The differential lock creates a rigid connection between the wheels of an axle (front or rear differential lock) or between the front axle and rear axle (central differential lock) and thus prevents the wheels from spinning. To engage the locking rear differential, push the RR DIFF LOCK switch on the dashboard.
How does Toyota traction control work?
TRC continually monitors the condition between the tires and the surface of the road. When it detects wheel spin, the system applies brakes or slows down the engine to regulate spinning and help ensure proper contact of tires. This help prevent the car from becoming unstable.
Does FJ have diff lock?
FJ also boasts three off -road traction aids: standard traction control, a rear diff -lock and Active Traction Control (ATRC).
How does the A-TRAC work in a Toyota?
A-TRAC applies braking (as in the wheel brakes) to the driving wheel to prevent wheel spin. Limited slip senses the slipping driving wheel and applies torque to the opposite driving wheel via a clutch system. Thought when the limited slip is engaged, the A-TRAC disengages.
What’s the difference between Trac and VSC in 2WD?
2WD (H2): TRAC & VSC on. TRAC (Traction Control) uses brakes and regulates engine output to achieve LSD (Limited Slip Differential action). VSC (Vehicle Stability Control) keeps truck moving where desired, on slippery roads 4WD (L4): A-TRAC on (creates the traction abilities of front and rear lockers while in Low Range 4WD).
Can a rear locker be used with a Trac?
Some guys over at fjcruiserforums.com have done a hack to enable the rear locker to be used with A-TRAC for ultimate traction (just one step behind having a front locker too). You’ll have to get into a pretty hairy situation to need either A-TRAC or the locker.
When to use the traction control system ( TRAC )?
TRAction Control system. This is refering to TRAC. automatically helps prevent spinning of the rear wheels (2wd models) or 4 wheels (by adding brakes) when the vehicle is started or accelerated on slippery road surfaces. Doesn’t require push button activation.