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As speed increases, it is wise to look
farther ahead of the vehicle so that
there is time to react to oncoming
obstacles. Remember that in many
off-road environments, obstacles are
hard to see until they are relatively
near. A good strategy is to alternate
between looking far ahead and up
close to the front of the vehicle as you
are driving.
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Also, remember to drive what you can
see. This means to not drive faster than
you are able to negotiate unforeseen
upcoming obstacles. This could refer
to obstacles over a brow, in a ravine, in
brush, in dusty conditions, and in the
darkness, among others.
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If you are driving in a dusty area, be sure
to leave ample distance between you
and any other vehicles to allow for
adequate vision.
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Always remember that you may not be
the only one in a particular recreational
area, always be cognizant of others in
your area. This is especially true of
motorcycles and ATV s which may be
more difficult to spot than a full-sized
vehicle.
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If driving in desert conditions, it is
advised that you always drive with your
headlights on to help other drivers
more easily see you.
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When driving in desert conditions, the
midpoint of the day is the most difficult
time to see many of the small ridges
and dips due to flat shadows from the
sun being at its highest point. Use
extreme care at these times to not
inadvertently run into these obstacles.
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We highly encourage you to switch to
off-road mode for off road operation.
Please see the See Four-Wheel Drive
(page 13). for more details.
Ranger Raptor (TKD) Raptor, Vehicles Built From: 21-05-2018, JB3B 19A285 CKA enPHI, Edition date: 201804, First-Printing
Driving Hints
After Off-Road Driving
It is important to complete a full vehicle
inspection after off-road driving. Some
items to check include:
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Make sure that you inflate the tires to
the proper tire pressure as indicated on
the tire placard.
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Check the wheels and undercarriage
for a buildup of mud or debris, which
can cause vehicle vibration.
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Make sure that the grille and radiator
are clear of any obstructions that may
affect cooling.
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Make sure that the brakes are in proper
working order and free of any mud,
stones and debris, which can become
trapped around the brake rotor,
backing plate and caliper.
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Check that the air filter is clean and dry.
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Inspect for torn or punctured boots on
ball joints, half shafts, steering gears.
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Inspect exhaust system for damage or
looseness.
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Inspect undercarriage fasteners. If any
are loose or damaged, tighten or
replace and make sure that you use the
proper torque specification.
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Inspect the tires for any cuts in the
tread or sidewall area. Also inspect the
sidewall for any bulge, indicating
damage to the tire.
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Inspect the wheels for dents, cracks,
or other damage.
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