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Vehicle Operation
Parking
Parking involves following the previous
rules for braking; then:
1. After the vehicle stops, shift into
park; then turn off the ignition.
2. If you have to park on a hill, block the
wheels on the downhill side.
Basic Turns
Steering effort is at its lowest in two-
wheel drive (2WD). Greater effort is
needed when in four-wheel drive (4WD).
The greatest effort is needed when in
four-wheel drive and the differential is
locked. Never exceed 10 mph (16 kph)
with the lock control in the LOCK posi-
tion.
Slow down before entering a turn. The
basic turning technique is to drive at low
speed and gradually adjust the amount of
steering to suit the driving surface. Do
not make sudden sharp turns on any sur-
face. Refer to the sub-sections Driving
Uphill, Driving Downhill, Crossing
Obstacles, Driving in Reverse, Skidding
or Sliding, Crossing Water, or Crossing
Roads for more information.
If your vehicle ever skids sideways dur-
ing a turn, steer in the direction of the
skid. Also, avoid hard braking or acceler-
ating until you have regained directional
control.
Driving Uphill
Always drive straight up the hill and
always avoid hills steeper than 15°.
1. Keep both hands on the wheel.
2. Prior to starting the climb, shift into
low range, select four-wheel drive for
traction, and gradually press the accel-
erator; then maintain a constant speed.
3. If the vehicle stalls on a hill, press the
foot brake pedal to apply the brake,
shift into reverse, and slowly back
down the hill. Do not attempt to turn
around on a hill.
NEVER OPERATE UP OR
DOWN HILLS STEEPER
THAN 15°
Driving Downhill
Always drive straight down the hill and
always avoid hills steeper than 15°.
1. Keep both hands on the wheel.
2. Prior to descending the hill, shift into
low range to allow maximum engine
braking. Do not use four-wheel drive
when descending a hill. Engine brak-
ing can cause the front wheels to slide
reducing steering control.
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NOTE: Use minimum braking (as
necessary) to maintain a slow speed.
! WARNING
Use care in turns - turning the steer-
ing wheel too far or too fast can
result in loss of control or a rollover.
Excessive speed, driving aggres-
sively, or making abrupt maneuvers,
even on flat, open areas, can cause
loss of control, tipping, or rollover.
Uneven terrain, rough terrain, soft
surfaces, slippery surfaces, and
paved surfaces can also cause a loss
of control or rollover in a turn. On
loose or soft surfaces, allow yourself
more time and distance to turn and
slow down.
! WARNING
Do not attempt to turn around on a
hill.
! WARNING
Driving up hills improperly can cause
loss of control of the vehicle resulting
in serious injury or death. Use
extreme care when driving in hilly ter-
rain.
! WARNING
Do not attempt to turn around on a hill.