Ford EVEREST Owner's Manual page 187

• When negotiating low speed obstacles,
applying light brake pressure in
conjunction with the throttle will help
prevent the vehicle from jerking and
will allow you to negotiate the obstacle
in a more controlled manner. Using 4x4
Low will also help with this.
• Use and equip your vehicle with
supplemental safety equipment as
discussed later in this chapter.
• Please consult your local off-road
group for other helpful tips.
• off road driving requires a high degree
of concentration. Even if your local law
does not prohibit alcohol use while
driving off-road, Ford strongly
recommends against drinking if you
plan to off-road.
Driving in Mud
• Deep mud should be approached with
caution especially if you are driving in
an unfamiliar area.
• If possible, test the depth of a mud hole
before entering with the vehicle.
• Keep in mind that obstacles and deep
ruts may be hidden beneath the
surface of the mud.
• Proceed in a steady, controlled manner
through deep mud while maintaining
momentum.
• If momentum is lost and you feel the
vehicle becoming stuck, turning the
steering wheel back and forth (sawing
the wheel) a quarter turn in each
direction may give the vehicle the
traction needed to clear the muddy
area.
• In higher speed areas with shallow
mud, directional control will be reduced
in the muddy area much like on snow
or ice. When approaching such an area,
be sure to slow to a speed which
allows you to maneuver as required by
the conditions.
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Driving Hints
Driving in Sand
Tires must be returned to normal
recommended tire pressures before
driving on pavement or hard
surfaces. Failure to properly maintain your
tire pressure could increase the risk of tire
failure, loss of control, vehicle rollover and
personal injury.
Soft sand and dunes present a very unique
driving challenge. Before going on such a
drive, some research is advised regarding
proven techniques and pitfalls inherent in
driving in deep sand.
Some general points to consider:
• It is very difficult and in many cases
impossible to navigate deep sand with
tire pressures which are appropriate for
on-road driving. If you decide to air
down your tires, be advised that the tire
pressure monitoring light will
illuminate. The tires must be returned
to normal recommended tire pressures
before driving on pavement or hard
surfaces.
• Lower tire pressures are more likely to
cause a debeading of the tire during
cornering. Avoid sharp or abrupt turns
when you have extremely low tire
pressures.
• To help prevent becoming stuck in
deep sand, avoid spinning the tires or
making abrupt maneuvers. Proceed in
a controlled manner while maintaining
vehicle momentum.
• Avoid stopping or parking on inclines
as this makes it more difficult to
resume driving while in sand.
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