Starting and Operating Instructions
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If at all possible, avoid sharp turns
or abrupt maneuvers.
Hard packed snow and ice offer
the worst tire traction. On these
surfaces, it’s very easy to lose
control. On wet ice, for example,
the traction is so poor that you will
have difficulty accelerating. And if
you do get moving, poor steering
and difficult braking can cause you
to slide out of control.
CAUTION
Driving on frozen lakes, ponds
or rivers can be dangerous.
Underwater springs, currents
under the ice, or sudden thaws
can weaken the ice. Your
vehicle could fall through
the ice and you and your
passengers could drown. Drive
your vehicle on safe surfaces
only.
Driving in Water
Heavy rain can mean flash flood-
ing, and flood waters demand
extreme caution.
Find out how deep the water is
before you drive through it. If it’s
deep enough to cover your wheel
hubs, axles or exhaust pipe, don’t
drive through it. Also, water that is
deep can damage your axle and
other vehicle parts.
If the water isn’t too deep, then
drive through it slowly. At fast
speeds, water splashes on your
ignition system and your vehicle
can stall. Stalling can also occur if
you get your tailpipe under water.
And, as long as your tailpipe is
under water, you’ll never be able
to start your engine. When you go
through water, remember that
when your brakes get wet, it may
take you longer to stop.
CAUTION
Driving through rushing water
can be dangerous. Deep water
can sweep your vehicle
downstream and you and your
passengers could drown. If it's
only shallow water; it can still
wash away the ground from
under your tires, and you could
lose traction and roll the vehicle
over. Don't drive through
rushing water.
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