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DRIVING IN ADVERSE CONDITION
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If the wheels start to slip within few feet of the end of the
climb, motion can be maintained by swinging the steered
wheels left and right, thereby providing increased grip.
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If the vehicle stalls or losses headway while climbing a steep
hill, make a quick shift to reverse and allow the vehicle to
move back with the control of engine compression.
Descending Sharp Gradients
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Select the lower gear and depending on the severity of the
gradient, shift into appropriate gear. Use engine braking
judiciously without over-revving the engine.
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Brake application under such situations should be done very
smoothly to avoid loss of control.
Select appropriate gear so that gear changing or clutch
disengagement is not involved while descending the gradient.
D R I V I N G I N S T R U C T I O N
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D R I V I N G I N S T R U C T I O N
DRIVING IN ADVERSE CONDITION
Towing the Vehicle
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For towing the vehicle, the best way is to use a recovery
van.
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Alternatively use a rigid tow bar.
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Avoid using flexible cable or rope as your vehicle may
crash into towing vehicle when it stops suddenly.
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Switch ‘ON’ Hazard warning switch to warn the other
road users.
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Keep the engine in idling so that power steering
assistance is available. This will also built the vacuum for
the brakes.
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In case of brake failure, use parking brake to control the
vehicle.
Front Towing Hook
Rear Towing Hook
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