Uphill Driving; Downhill Driving; Side Hilling; Drop-Offs - BOMBARDIER outlander max series Operator's Manual

Uphill Driving

Due to configuration, this vehicle has excellent climbing ability, so much so that tipover is possible
before traction is lost. For example, it is common to encounter terrain situations where the top
of the hill has eroded to a point that the hill peak rises very sharply. The vehicle can readily
negotiate such a condition, however, in doing so, when the front of the vehicle is driven to a point
that the vehicle's balance changes rearward tipover can occur.
The same situation may apply if an embedded object causes the front of the vehicle to climb
more than desired. If such a situation occurs take an alternate route. Be aware of side hilling
dangers when doing so.
It is also wise to know the terrain condition on the other side of the hill or bank. All too often there
exists a sharp drop-off that is impossible to negotiate or descend.

Downhill Driving

This vehicle can climb slopes that are steeper than it can safely descend. Therefore, it is essen-
tial to assure that a safe route exists to descend a slope before you climb it.
Decelerating while negotiating a slippery downhill slope could "toboggan" the vehicle. Maintain
steady speed and/or accelerate slightly to regain control.

Side Hilling

Whenever possible, such operation should be avoided. If necessary, do so with extreme caution.
Always disembark the passenger before performing this operation. Side hilling on steep inclines
could result in rollover. In addition, slippery or unfirm surfaces could result in uncontrollable side
sliding. Do not attempt to turn the vehicle downhill with the slide. Avoid all objects or depressions
that will intensify the raising of one side of the vehicle higher than the other, thus causing rollover.

Drop-Offs

This vehicle will "bottom-out" and usually stop if either the front or rear wheels are driven over
a drop-off. If the drop is sharp or deep, the vehicle will nose dive and tipover.
WARNING
Avoid negotiating drop-offs. Reverse and select an alternate route.
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