Hill And Mountain Roads - Chevrolet 2006 Colorado Owner's Manual

Hill and Mountain Roads

Driving on steep hills or mountains is different from
driving in flat or rolling terrain.
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If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you are
planning to visit there, here are some tips that can make
your trips safer and more enjoyable. See Off-Road
Driving on page 4-15 for information about driving
off-road.
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Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all fluid
levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system, and
transmission. These parts can work hard on
mountain roads.
CAUTION:
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If you do not shift down, your brakes could get
so hot that they would not work well. You
would then have poor braking or even none
going down a hill. You could crash. Shift down
to let your engine assist your brakes on a
steep downhill slope.