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OPERATION
Driving Uphill
Whenever traveling uphill, follow these precautions:
1. Always travel straight uphill.
2. Avoid steep hills (15° maximum).
3. Keep both feet on the floor.
4. Always check the terrain carefully before
ascending any hill.
5. Never climb hills with excessively slip-
pery or loose surfaces.
6. Proceed at a steady rate of speed and
throttle opening. Never open the throttle
suddenly.
7. Never go over the crest of a hill at high
speed. An obstacle, a sharp drop, or
another vehicle or person could be on the
other side of the hill.
Driving on a Sidehill (Sidehilling)
Driving on a sidehill is not recommended. Improper procedure could cause loss of control or
overturn. Avoid crossing the side of any hill unless absolutely necessary.
If crossing a sidehill is
unavoidable
, follow these precautions:
1. Slow down.
2. Exercise extreme caution.
3. Avoid crossing the side of a steep hill (15° maximum).
Driving Downhill
When driving downhill, follow these precau-
tions:
1. Avoid steep hills (15° maximum).
2. Drive straight downhill. Avoid descending
a hill at an angle, which would cause the
vehicle to lean sharply to one side. Travel
straight downhill when possible.
3. Slow down.
4. Apply the brakes
slightly
to aid in slowing.
15° maximum
15° maximum
