[Vikram Arya]

Originally Posted by cool_dube

As far as I know, the second generation Fortuner does not have a center differential, as it is a part-time 4WD, i.e. cannot be driven on tarmac in 4WD mode. This is unlike the first generation Fortuner which was a full-time 4WD and hence, had a lockable center differential.

An you're absolutely right. My comment was meant for LC Prado. I believe 2ng gen Australian variant of the Fortuner though has a locking differential on the rear axle. It's indeed a shame that Toyota has decided to omit this feature on the Indian 4WD version of the vehicle.

I don't find the lockable centre differential of much use (although better than not having it at all) as the front/rear differentials are still open.

Originally Posted by cool_dube

So, the A-TRAC is not active in 2H and 4H?

Yes sir, it is not active in 2H & 4H.

As soon as the vehicle speed exceeds 6 KMPH, the A-TRAC will disengage. Think of A-TRAC as the heavy duty/off road version of your standard traction control as that is how the algorithm has been designed by Toyota.

Think of it; if you're vehicle is moving at a speed higher than 6 KMPH, you're moving and do not need A-TRAC anyway.

For the standard fare you have you your good old traction control.

Hope it helped.

[cool_dube]

Originally Posted by Vikram Arya

I believe 2ng gen Australian variant of the Fortuner though has a locking differential on the rear axle. It's indeed a shame that Toyota has decided to omit this feature on the Indian 4WD version of the vehicle.

Could not agree more!

Originally Posted by Vikram Arya

As soon as the vehicle speed exceeds 6 KMPH, the A-TRAC will disengage. Think of A-TRAC as the heavy duty/off road version of your standard traction control as that is how the algorithm has been designed by Toyota.

Thanks for your inputs

[Ravi2k3]

Hello all!
Me and my dad are proud owners of a Fortuner (Ps: It will be all mine in 6 months when I get my license &#128513. To be honest the navigation by Toyota is quite literally useless. I was wondering, since Innova and Fortuner share the same infotainment system. Is there a way to retro fit the new one with android auto and apple car play into my Fortuner. It is a 2019 make.

Any and all inputs appreciated!

[cool_dube]

Originally Posted by On the Move

Facelift: This was a more deliberated and considered decision. As I had already pointed out, and apart from the possible engine upgrade, I am not interested in other cosmetic upgrades that the facelift are expected to offer (based on Thai specs being quoted - not sure what all will come to India, including the engine upgrade). Further, the sun-roof is also not on cards - which is the one thing my son cares about :(. In-fact, after going through the facelift pages extensively (and over and over again), I feel that I will end up paying bit more for the vehicle whose previous iteration I just love and am comfortable with (including the current state of tune of the engine).

I guess you were spot on and did the right thing, going by the pricing of the facelift!

[gkveda]

Originally Posted by Ravi2k3

Hello all!
Me and my dad are proud owners of a Fortuner (Ps: It will be all mine in 6 months when I get my license &#128513. To be honest the navigation by Toyota is quite literally useless. I was wondering, since Innova and Fortuner share the same infotainment system. Is there a way to retro fit the new one with android auto and apple car play into my Fortuner. It is a 2019 make.

Any and all inputs appreciated!

Off topic: if you upgrade ICE to android and planning to sell the OEM System, please let me know through PM.

Am interested to upgrade my Fortuner {2013} OEM System to one that has Navigation

[On the Move]

Originally Posted by cool_dube

I guess you were spot on and did the right thing, going by the pricing of the facelift!

Thank you.

I was watching the live unveiling with fingers crossed and remembering all well-wishers who recommended to wait for the facelift. I was just interested to see whether they launch the higher state of tune in manual option or not - if they had, I would have cried my heart out today. Thankfully they didn't and I can now breathe easy, coupled with the fact that I ended up saving alteast 3 Lakhs on my 4*4 MT (plus not having to wait for 4-5 months to own the road).

[Car-riedAway]

Hello all, I own a T-Fort Petrol AT 4X2 (bought in Jun 2020 - and am thankful to myself that I didn't wait for the upgrade which is around 1.5L costlier than my version ). The truck went for its 10K servicing today and the service advisor suggested that (as per the service manual) wheel balancing, alignment and rotation has to happen every 10K kms. I owned an XUV earlier and would get the alignment done every 5k kms and balancing every 10K kms. Tyre rotation was done may be once or twice in my entire 97K kms that i drove. That helped me run my stock tyres for the entire 97k kms with almost 10K kms life still left.

I am seeking help regarding whether:
- I can follow the same routine of alignment every 5k kms and balancing every 10K kms?
- Is tyre rotation required every 10K kms?

The service advisor suggested that the Fortuner being heavier than the XUV would require the regime he has suggested, which I believe is more of a service gimmick.
Thanks in advance

[Ravi2k3]

Originally Posted by gkveda

Off topic: if you upgrade ICE to android and planning to sell the OEM System, please let me know through PM.

Am interested to upgrade my Fortuner {2013} OEM System to one that has Navigation

Sure thing! Will let you know when if sell my ICE.

[Maverick07]

Originally Posted by Vikram Arya

An you're absolutely right. My comment was meant for LC Prado. I believe 2ng gen Australian variant of the Fortuner though has a locking differential on the rear axle. It's indeed a shame that Toyota has decided to omit this feature on the Indian 4WD version of the vehicle.

I don't find the lockable centre differential of much use (although better than not having it at all) as the front/rear differentials are still open.



Yes sir, it is not active in 2H & 4H.

As soon as the vehicle speed exceeds 6 KMPH, the A-TRAC will disengage. Think of A-TRAC as the heavy duty/off road version of your standard traction control as that is how the algorithm has been designed by Toyota.

Think of it; if you're vehicle is moving at a speed higher than 6 KMPH, you're moving and do not need A-TRAC anyway.

For the standard fare you have you your good old traction control.

Hope it helped.

Australian Fortuners comes with rear diff lock and A-TRAC both. It is just that when you engage rear diff lock A-TRAC get switched off automatically.
A-TRAC works in 4H and 4L both, engine traction control get disengaged automatically when you engage 4L but A-TRAC is still activated. A-TRAC does not disengage above 6kmph. I have done alot of off roading on my 2020 Fortuner and it has worked like a charm even at higher speeds. I only only disengages when you do it manually.

Just came back from a dune bashing trip on my Fortuner AT. I will let the pictures speak for now.

[CEF_Beasts]

For folks who find the auto headlights sensor too sensitive, there is a way to change the sensitivity of the sensor in 5 different levels. This can be changed from the headlight stalk itself. Most probably works in the Innova Crysta and previous gen Fortuner as well which have auto headlights.

https://youtu.be/elXSL5PqU2A

[eRajesh]

So had plans of installing the Pioneer 5290 installed on my 2017 Toyota Fortuner. Asked around and it looks like apart from the head unit, you need a lot of connectors and stuff.

Pioneer HU - 20-23k. Prices have increased recently due to stock issues.
Adapter for OEM reverse camera
Adapter for steering buttons
Adapter for FM Radio
Full-frame to replace the stock dashboard frame.

Apart from the HU, these things will cost an additional 7-8k.

Now I am unsure if I should proceed with the upgrade or not. Just want Android Auto on my car :\

[Maverick07]

Originally Posted by eRajesh

So had plans of installing the Pioneer 5290 installed on my 2017 Toyota Fortuner. Asked around and it looks like apart from the head unit, you need a lot of connectors and stuff.

Pioneer HU - 20-23k. Prices have increased recently due to stock issues.
Adapter for OEM reverse camera
Adapter for steering buttons
Adapter for FM Radio
Full-frame to replace the stock dashboard frame.

Apart from the HU, these things will cost an additional 7-8k.

Now I am unsure if I should proceed with the upgrade or not. Just want Android Auto on my car :\

You can choose to go for Pioneer DMH ZS-8290BT which is 8 inch unit and fits really well in the 2016+ Fortuners.
Attaching a picture for reference.

[eRajesh]

@maverick07 were any adapters required for the steering buttons and rear camera? Did you need a new frame?

[eRajesh]

I got the 3M acoustic treatment done from 3M Kolkata on my 2017 Fortuner this week. Costed Rs 7608. Definitely notice a difference. All the sharp noises have gone down. For 6-7k, would definitely worth recommend getting it done. Worth the money.

[cool_dube]

Originally Posted by On the Move

The fuel meter showed full tank and the same range - about 575 kms

Did this issue eventually get sorted out?