Chevrolet SUBURBAN 1994 Manual page 175

Here
are some
other things
to
consider
as you
approach
a
hill.
Is there a constant incline, or does the hill get sharply steeper in places?
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Is there good traction on the hillside, or will the surface cause tire
slipping?
Is there
a
straight path up
or
down the hill
so you
won't have to make
turning maneuvers?
Are there obstructions
on
the hill that can block your path (boulders,
trees, logs or ruts)?
What's beyond the hill? Is there a cliff, an embankment, a
drop-off,
a
fence? Get
out and walk the hill if you don't know. It's the smart way
to
find out.
Is the hill simply too rough? Steep hills often have ruts, gullies, troughs
and exposed rocks because they are more susceptible
to
the effects of
erosion.
Driving Uphill
Once you decide you can safely drive up the hill,
you
need to take
some
special steps.
Use a low gear and get
a
firm
grip on
the steering wheel.
Get
a smooth start up the hill and try to maintain your speed. Don't use
more power than you need, because you don't want your wheels to start
spinning or sliding.
Try to drive straight up the hill if at all
possible. If the path twists and
turns, you might want to find
another route.
Ease up on your speed as you approach the top of the hill.
Attach a flag to the vehicle to make you more visible to approaching
traffic on trails or hills.
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