How to use the ZR2 off road features

[@crystalsimms2793]

Thanks so much !!! Friend referred me to your utube just purchased ZR2....drove 1998 jeep cherokee for 15+ years so I feel like I'm going from Fred Flintstone mobile to a rock ship lol....

[@BigFrogs4x4]

I love my XJ. The ZR2 is in a class of it's own.

[@VertexHero]

Thank you for the useful info! I can't wait to get my ZR2 and take her for a spin.

[@BigFrogs4x4]

Gas or diesel? The dmax isnt easy to spin lol

[@VertexHero]

I'm going to the diesel. I test drove it yesterday, and it felt great to me.

[@BigFrogs4x4]

We really like ours. There are downfalls to it. My biggest problem is the timing belt. Just another thing I will have to do at about 120k miles.

[@VertexHero]

BigFrogs4x4 ahhh I see, good to know.

[@BenKlassen1]

Can you engage the lockers while moving but the wheels not slipping? Say you were moving 20 mph in a straight line down a completely straight road. I only ask because I was considering the Colorado and I drive a semi where I can and do do this locker engagement all of the time in order to climb steep dirt roads while pulling two trailers. I'm 50k lbs empty and 129k lbs when loaded with crude oil. I couldn't do my job without my semi lockers and I think it is a feature that I want in an offroad truck. I live in mountainous Utah, USA.

[@BigFrogs4x4]

Yes the rear locker can be engaged in 2wd and 4wd. The front only while in 4lo. Like you said. Only if the rear wheels aren't spinning at different speeds. I understand your big rig. I use to be a road side big rig mechanic. Left it for automotive mechanics for physical reasons.

[@BigFrogs4x4]

Be safe out there!

[@BenKlassen1]

Thanks for the replies. Cool, so you could approach a hill in 4 lo and, while still in motion in a straight direction, flip on both lockers on the fly? That's great. I do that all the time with my semi to gain momentum on the short stretches. Sometimes the road is so loose and steep, I just keep all lockers on even in a turn. It seems to work out better than just having the interaxle differential locked. Road side service is dangerous work but we are glad that there are people out there to help us out when we break down during our night shift in the middle of nowhere. Good luck in your current career. Great channel. Cheers.

[@BigFrogs4x4]

Thanks and watch out for the 4 wheel lunatics

[@Micah-kbluezr]

@@BenKlassen1 no lockers should only be engaged in neutral. Front locker only works in low!

[@ashleylaliberte3772]

Very informative, Thanks for the video, can you explain the difference between awd and 4wd on the zr2 and what would you use when driving to work in a snow storm??

[@BigFrogs4x4]

Ashley Laliberte thanks for watching. Let me get accurate info. together and I will get back to you.

[@BigFrogs4x4]

I didn't forget about your question. I will release a video about it in the near future.

[@BigFrogs4x4]

Ashley Laliberte don't forget to subscribe if you didn't already to see more future videos and tips.

[@madcratebuilder]

If you select AWD the truck is 2wd until it scenes tire slip, it then engages the front axle. I use it in town on snow covered roads, it works great and is seamless, you don't feel the front engage, you just feel traction and you don't feel any binding you sometimes feel in 4hi.

[@BigFrogs4x4]

Steven Claggett you are correct. Thanks.

[@robertsteele667]

Thanks the the video I'm taking my truck in tomorrow both locker's not working and so is my traction control wont turn off. O well still under warranty

[@BigFrogs4x4]

Good luck!

[@finelinerichardhoughton5715]

please talk about the DEF Fluid and how to find out how much is left in the tank. I just picked up my 18' ZR2 last Friday and at 325 miles the DIC indicated low quality DEF fluid and shows 65 miles left to go before the truck will only be able to 65 MPH.

[@BigFrogs4x4]

The only way I know to know the level in the DEF tank is to use the digital gauge cluster at the speedometer. Put 2-2.5 gallons in it when it says you have 25-30% fluid left. If you overflow onto your paint wash it off with water right away. Dont wipe it off until its washed off with water first. DRF is corrosive. Probably be good to keep a bottle of water under a seat for the just in case times.

[@BigFrogs4x4]

Just did a video on it

[@z28ombie09]

Im confused i think auto is for driving on not bad areas such as snow when i need extra traction but when would i push the 4x4 button to where the mountain symbol comes on the screen? I understand the front and rear locking and 4 high and low and auto just not sure about pushing it to where the mountain symbol comes on?

[@BigFrogs4x4]

Are you referring to off road mode? I would say it is to be used when you are four wheeling off road. On the road less traveled. :-)

[@ErickPardo]

Nice video. I just got my ZR2 and have no idea how to use it. I just know that I want to.

[@BigFrogs4x4]

There are some settings in the infotainment system for heated seats etc as well.

[@djcan9503]

@@BigFrogs4x4 Hey man, nice vids and they are super appreciated. I have a question for you. Does your ZR2 make a frog sound from behind the headunit when the AC is turned on? I also have a bell noise coming from my engine when I am accelerating from 1RPM to 2RPM in low speeds. I can't hear it on the highway. I just purchased a 2022 ZR2 and the noises are driving me crazy. Cheers!

[@BigFrogs4x4]

I didn't hear those noises but it sounds like maybe a exhaust clamp or heat shield loose? And the radio frog is a new one to me. Unfortunately I no longer have the ZR2. Had to trade it in for a more fuel efficient car for traveling. Man I really miss that truck! The salesman asked us if we were excited about our new car, I said no. He looked at me puzzled. I said I'm loosing my ZR2 for a Kia hybrid! That doesn't excite me at all. But with our kids living in 3 different states over 8 hrs away, and fuel prices, we needed the 50mpg.and the 150k mile warranty.

[@SynthToshi]

good video man.

[@MountainHobbler]

I love the ZR2

[@BigFrogs4x4]

We do too!

[@FlyinGato]

shame we couldn't make it to rausch creek, we'll do it soon!

[@crg7127]

23 mpg?? Damn, highway miles mainly? I'm lucky I get 19 mpg on highways. Too much suburb driving so far on mine. Great video, have had my ZR2 since June '17.

[@BigFrogs4x4]

crg7127 she averages 25mpg mostly highway. We also drive it very conservatively. Over the weekend we towed about 4k lbs behind it and averaged 15.8mpg up and 18mpg back. It continues to amaze me. Thanks for watching!

[@robertsteele667]

I have a 2018 zr2 diesel iv been getting 21-22 mpg pulling a 17ft boat 25-27 just hwy love the truck.

[@BigFrogs4x4]

We really enjoy ours

[@BrogeKilrain]

How can I turn off all the seatbelt, key in alarms ?

[@BigFrogs4x4]

Honestly I don't know. But will ask around.

[@BigFrogs4x4]

So far after a little research I haven't found a way to turn it off but some one said it can be turned down.

[@BrogeKilrain]

BigFrogs4x4 yes Through menus can turn down but still loud . I pulled plug under seat seatbelt alarm and works but passenger and key thing still. I’m told dealer can turn down more. Check next time in . Be nice if ZR2 gave a switch for add on lighting . Thanks

[@BigFrogs4x4]

I will let you know if I hear anything else. If you are trying to listen to music with doors open or something like that you can flip the door latch into the closed position. Then when you want to close the door pull the handle for the latch to drop back down. Then close door.

[@treadmarsh1094]

The way I get around the seat belt alarm is with seat belt extenders. This may not work for some people, but it works great for me.

[@jsnx9067]

if yu toorn wahn uffrood mood

[@moparlover1968rr]

Too bad Chevy still doesn’t offer manual hubs

[@michaeldavenport5313]

Not available on Colorado 4x4Z71

[@BigFrogs4x4]

Well that stinks.

[@grooroot9790]

What I want to know is....how in the world are you getting 23 mpg?!?!?

[@BigFrogs4x4]

My wife drives well? She averages 25mpg. About 75% highway monday thru Friday

[@BigFrogs4x4]

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[@seadoo4life727]

Great gas mileage. I’m at 17.1 highway. I have 125 miles though on mine. 3 days old

[@BigFrogs4x4]

Sweet! Not even broken in yet! We have no plans to get rid of ours.

[@seadoo4life727]

BigFrogs4x4 yes that’s true. Loving it! These Toyota guys can’t deal with competition. Always hating on this truck..By the way mine is a V-6 not sure what you have.

[@BigFrogs4x4]

Babymax. Stock. 38k miles now on it.

[@BigFrogs4x4]

And yes they do. Our truck rides better. I've driven an 18 trd Tacoma and it doesn't suck up off road roads like the zr2

[@seadoo4life727]

BigFrogs4x4 ooooh.. that’s why your getting those numbers.. These trucks have a way better ride and more comfort.

[@NETBotic]

23 average mpg lol

[@BigFrogs4x4]

We get about 25-27 mpg over the 450 mile average.

[@NETBotic]

Damn, i'm at 15 mpg mostly highway and babying it.

[@BigFrogs4x4]

@@NETBotic you must have the v6.

[@NETBotic]

Oh okay, I didn't realize this was diesel, even with that sweet engine brake switch.