Always select 4x4
(manual gearbox) when changing from tar to gravel, snow or any soft surface.
Always
select the
off-road button
(manual and automatic gearbox) for any loose surface, other than tar.
Never drive too fast.
Adapt your speed and driving style to suit the current off-road terrain.
When the going gets tough, below 40 km/h, select
Low Range
for manual gearbox and S for
automatic gearbox.
For
sand driving,
select the
ESP button
to switch off the ESP system.
Use the
rear difflock
in difficult sand conditions and chassis twisters. Also, deflate tyres to a suitable
lower pressure.
For better traction, deflate tyres when off-roading:
Gravel roads = 1.6 to 1.7 bar;
Rocks, mud and snow = 1.4 bar;
Sand = 1.0 to 1.2 bar.