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Permanent Four Wheel Drive
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All Wheel Drive
Part Time Four Wheel Drive

Definition: Permanent four wheel drive sends torque to all four wheels on a continuous basis. There is no option for two wheel drive but the driver can usually choose a high or low mode depending on the driving conditions.

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How To Operate Your Four Wheel Drive
Learn how and when to engage your truck's four wheel drive.


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