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Utility vehicles have higher ground clearance
and a narrower track to make them capable of
performing in a wide variety of off-road
applications. Specific design characteristics
give them a higher center of gravity than
conventional passenger cars.
An advantage of the higher ground clearance is
a better view of the road, allowing you to
anticipate problems. They are not designed for
cornering at the same speeds as conventional
passenger cars any more than low-slung sports
cars are designed to perform satisfactorily in
off-road conditions. Avoid sharp turns or abrupt
maneuvers. As with other vehicles of this type,
failure to operate this vehicle correctly may
result in loss of control or vehicle rollover.
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Side Step Removal — If Equipped
NOTE:
Prior to off-road usage, the side steps should be
removed to prevent damage.
1. There are two nuts connecting to the body
side and one bolt connecting to the
underbody on each attachment bracket.
There are four attachment brackets on
each side step.
Fastener Locations (One Side)
2. Remove two nuts and one bolt from the
underside of the vehicle for each of the four
brackets. Repeat for other side of vehicle.
Underside Nuts
3. After all bolts and nuts have been removed,
pull the side step assembly off of the
vehicle.
4. To reinstall the side steps align the studs to
the body side holes and fasten all nuts on
all four brackets. Then secure all four bolts
to the underbody. Repeat the reassembly
procedure for the other side.
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