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downhill. If the vehicle slips sideways, it
can hit something that will trip it
rock, a rut, etc.
and roll over.
Hidden obstacles can make the steepness
of the incline more severe. If a rock is
driven across with the uphill wheels, or if
the downhill wheels drop into a rut or
depression, the vehicle can tilt even more.
If an incline must be driven across, and
the vehicle starts to slide, turn downhill.
This should help straighten out the
vehicle and prevent the side slipping.
Warning
Getting out of the vehicle on the
downhill side when stopped across an
incline is dangerous. If the vehicle rolls
over, you could be crushed or killed.
Always get out on the uphill side of the
vehicle and stay well clear of the
rollover path.
Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow, or Ice
Use low mode when driving in mud. Keep
the vehicle moving to avoid getting stuck.
Traction changes when driving on sand. On
loose sand, such as on beaches or sand
dunes, the tires tend to sink into the sand.
This affects steering, accelerating, and
a
braking. Drive at a reduced speed and avoid
sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers.
Traction is reduced on hard-packed snow and
ice and it is easy to lose control. Reduce
vehicle speed when driving on hard-packed
snow and ice.
Driving on frozen lakes, ponds, or rivers
can be dangerous. Ice conditions vary
greatly and the vehicle could fall through
the ice; you and your passengers could
drown. Drive your vehicle on safe
surfaces only.
Water Fording
Your vehicle is capable of driving in varying
water depths.
Normal Mode
Terrain Mode
Extract Mode (if equipped)
81 cm (32 in)
Warning
up to 66 cm (26 in)
71 cm (28 in)
Driving and Operating
Warning
Driving in water can cause loss of vehicle
control or vehicle damage. As water
depths increase, reduce the vehicle speed.
Never drive through water deeper
than the driver s side front gravel
guard behind the front tire.
Be aware of submerged obstacles.
Never open your doors while in water.
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