RIDING THE VEHICLE
Uphill Driving
Due to configuration, this vehicle has excellent climbing ability, so much so that
it is possible to tip over before traction is lost. For example, it is common to
encounter terrain situations where the top of the hill has eroded to a point that
the hill peak rises very sharply. The vehicle can readily negotiate such a condition,
however, in doing so, when the front of the vehicle is driven to a point that the
vehicle's balance moves rearward, a tip over can occur.
The same situation may apply if an embedded object causes the front of the vehi-
cle to climb more than desired. If such a situation occurs take an alternate route.
Be aware of side hilling dangers when doing so.
It is also wise to know the terrain condition on the other side of the hill or bank. All
too often there exists a sharp drop-off that is impossible to negotiate or descend.
Downhill Driving
This vehicle can climb slopes that are steeper than it can safely descend. There-
fore, it is essential to ensure that a safe route exists to descend a slope before you
climb it.
Decelerating while negotiating a slippery downhill slope could “toboggan” the ve-
hicle. Maintain steady speed and/or accelerate slightly to regain control.
Side Hilling
Whenever possible, such operation should be avoided. If necessary, do so with
extreme caution. Always disembark the passenger before performing this oper-
ation. Side hilling on steep inclines could result in rollover. In addition, slippery
or loose surfaces could result in uncontrollable side sliding. Do not attempt to
turn the vehicle downhill with the slide. Avoid all objects or depressions that will
intensify the raising of one side of the vehicle higher than the other, thus causing
rollover.
WARNING
Be careful when loading and transporting liquid reservoirs. They can affect
vehicle stability when side hilling by pulling downhill and increasing the risk
of a roll over.
Drop-Offs
This vehicle will “bottom-out” and usually stop if either the front or rear wheels are
driven over a drop-off. If the drop is sharp or deep, the vehicle will nose dive and tip
over.
WARNING
Avoid negotiating drop-offs. Reverse and select an alternate route.
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