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Yes low range and I always hit the 2nd start. As for selection of gears, in 'S' mode it is up to the selected gear as stated. This is a bit of a shame as you are always starting in second when third is usually better. Put it in AUTO when climbing as it changes quicker to keep the revs at 1800 to 2300 generally instead of over 2500 in 'S' mode. Very capable up hill and down dale driven like this. Now I find this interesting, I change gears two to three times more often in the Prado D4D Auto than the manual 100 series.
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Prado Polar White 150 GX 3.0 TD Auto. HR TB, ARB delux bar, Hella R2000 lights, Magnum winch, ARB 50mm lift, BFG AT 265/70R17 on 71/2" alloys, Alloy side steps, Rhino sport bars, Tint, UHF, Scangauge, Aux batt (ABR kit), Cargo barrier, 50l water tank, Storage system, Elec brake con. ARB compressor -
I just wanted a manual, and was talked into trying an auto, got the auto, and will NEVER, ever, ever get a manual again. Seriously, offroad, beach, highway, its great. Sometimes I use "S" mode, mosty not, but seriously, the auto is fine...take one for drive and make your own mind up, but for me....never, ever a manual 4wd again for me....and thats my personal opinion for what its worth.Originally posted by Hubble80 View PostSE Qld: GX 150GD Auto, (Feb'16 build): TJM T15 steel b bar, 9,500lb TORQ winch, TJM s steps, Rhino Pioneer Platform (42102B 1928X1236mm), front recovery points, Wynnum towbar, P3 brake controller, TNN Underbody guards, UHF, TREKtable & LED striplight, Custom Fridge & Drawers, Waeco CFX50, 9inch illuminator 160W LED spots, 40mm lifted Dobinson Suspension (Zordo's), ScanguageII, 30 Sec Wing AwningComment
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I was a manual man through and through, until I got stuck in brissy traffic in my 90 series!!! They have a fairly light clutch, my 120 is beautiful I love my auto, so very lazy and really good offroad, never need to worry about the correct gear, riding the clutch etc. auto all the way for me
I have also driven the 150auto and it's a nice unit.2008 120 Series 3lt D4D TD Prado GX, With to many bits to list :-) and more to come!!
Ghosts Build thread :- [url]http://www.pradopoint.com/showthread.php?22132-Ghosts-2008-D4D-Auto-build[/url]Comment
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I've always had manuals but I decide to go the D4D auto now I'm autos all the way. So much better in every wayComment
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I just got a new Prado and when comparing it to the two year old one, the auto shift points have been improved dramatically.
Suggest you get your auto reflashed or whatever at the next service.
Has eliminated the lag and is a much better drive.stepped up the a 200 LC for towing,
but had a 2012 and 2010 150 Prado GXL auto diesel in Graphite with Bridgestone D697 A/T. Dobinson C59-300/325 and Bilsteins. Accessories : two baby seats. Sidewinder`s Dual Battery isolator and rear power outlet kit. Pirana Battery tray, Hayman Reese towbar with Toyota wiring kit and Brains`s guard.Comment
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Yes I have had the flash done and Toyota did get it right in the end. The transmission is sweet now and I usually drive it in auto on the black stuff now. I am very happy with it and would not swap it for anything I have driven and I am not looking either. I was just pointing out that in steep country you need auto going up and 'S' going down. 'S' mode going up tends to over rev.Prado Polar White 150 GX 3.0 TD Auto. HR TB, ARB delux bar, Hella R2000 lights, Magnum winch, ARB 50mm lift, BFG AT 265/70R17 on 71/2" alloys, Alloy side steps, Rhino sport bars, Tint, UHF, Scangauge, Aux batt (ABR kit), Cargo barrier, 50l water tank, Storage system, Elec brake con. ARB compressorComment
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It's not at all ridiculous Schniff!! It's an automatic transmission for heavens sake. If you want total control of the gears used then you should get a manual transmission.Originally posted by Schniff View PostComment
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Agreed. The first time I pushed that downhill button I thought broke something. I makes an awful sound.Originally posted by wooley View PostComment
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Try CRAWL!2011TD KakaduComment
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barajak, I think your speculation that the auto is mapped the same for both petrol and TD engines is way off the mark. The two engines are poles apart in specs. Petrol has much more power and less torque. Max torque in TD is at 1500rpm compared to about 3 times that for petrol. Similar difference for max power. Actually when the figures are considered I can't imagine why anyone would buy petrol!! LOLOriginally posted by barajak View PostComment
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Cheers will keep that in mind next time I am outOriginally posted by barajak View Poststepped up the a 200 LC for towing,
but had a 2012 and 2010 150 Prado GXL auto diesel in Graphite with Bridgestone D697 A/T. Dobinson C59-300/325 and Bilsteins. Accessories : two baby seats. Sidewinder`s Dual Battery isolator and rear power outlet kit. Pirana Battery tray, Hayman Reese towbar with Toyota wiring kit and Brains`s guard.Comment
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Not only noisy and "f*cking horrible... " thanks guys, at the bottom of every decent hill is water and hot brakes and water do not mix.Originally posted by boomer View PostPrado Polar White 150 GX 3.0 TD Auto. HR TB, ARB delux bar, Hella R2000 lights, Magnum winch, ARB 50mm lift, BFG AT 265/70R17 on 71/2" alloys, Alloy side steps, Rhino sport bars, Tint, UHF, Scangauge, Aux batt (ABR kit), Cargo barrier, 50l water tank, Storage system, Elec brake con. ARB compressorComment
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