4 Low

[can't stop spinning]

Sorry about the noobish type question, but this is my first truck, and I'm curious. I know there is a huge difference in gearing, but what is the advantage of using 4 low? When would a person use it?

I've found it helps a little in really deep/loose snow, but why is that? Is more power going to the front wheels?

thanks

[Codiac]

It doesn't give you anymore traction, just lower gearing which keeps the power to the ground. This truck has plenty of power so it's not needed very often. Example: You might use it if you were pulling a trailer thru heavy sand, mud, etc, etc. The truck and trans wouldn't have to work so hard to pull thru it in low 4.

[jtruck618]

4 lo is for the most extreme, low speed conditions. Climbing steep hills, pulling heavy loads through something nasty or pulling out a stuck truck.

[jpnca]

When To Use 4WD Off Road - What Does 4WD Mean - Types of Four Wheel Drive Systems

[Codiac]

Originally Posted by jpnca

When To Use 4WD Off Road - What Does 4WD Mean - Types of Four Wheel Drive Systems

Yep......pretty much what I said.