OPERATION
Driving Uphill
Whenever traveling
uphill, follow these pre-
cautions:
1. Always travel straight
uphill.
2. Avoid steep hills (15°
maximum).
3. Keep both feet on the
floor.
4. Always check the ter-
rain carefully before
ascending any hill.
5. Never climb hills with excessively slippery 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.
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15° maximum