I took the Prado on the sands of Stockton Beach for the first time last week, drove from Anna Bay to the Signa shipwreck and back (about a 3 hour round trip). Whilst on the beach, I noticed the transmission slip a few times when shifting gears. Felt like a box full of neutrals. Once back on the highway, the problem persisted every time the transmission shifted into 5th. I've been driving around with 4th selected to avoid the problem now. This is the first 4wd I've owned that is an auto. I'm yet to talk to Toyota about it, I'll call them tomorrow and keep you all posted. Has anyone else suffered similar?
It's quite disappointing and doesn't give me any confidence in the vehicle as a credible off roader. My previous ride was an 80 series manual and I drove it for 700km over the sand dunes of the Simpson Desert without even a flinch. I drive this Prado 50km on the beach and it limps home...
It's quite disappointing and doesn't give me any confidence in the vehicle as a credible off roader. My previous ride was an 80 series manual and I drove it for 700km over the sand dunes of the Simpson Desert without even a flinch. I drive this Prado 50km on the beach and it limps home...
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