Malfunction Indicator Lamp - Transfer Case: Description and Operation

AWD WARNING LAMP
Turns ON when there is a malfunction in AWD system. It indicates that fail-safe mode is engaged and vehicle change to rear-wheel drive or shifting driving force-AWD (Front-wheels still have some driving torque).

Also turns ON when ignition switch is turned ON, for purpose of lamp check. Turns OFF approximately for 1 seconds after the engine starts if system is normal.

AWD Warning Lamp Indication