Power Winches - GMC SIERRA 1997 Manual

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Power Winches
If you wish to use a power winch on your vehicle, only
use it when your vehicle is stationary or anchored.
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NOTICE:
Using a power winch with the transmission in
gear may damage the transmission. When
operating a power winch, always leave the
transmission in NEUTRAL (N).
Use the regular brakes, set the parking brake, or block
the wheels
to
keep your vehicle from rolling.
Power Take-Off (PTO) (Manual Tkansmission)
NOTICE:
If you have a PTO that will exceed 35 hp installed
on your vehicle, it could damage the transfer case
or transmission. When having a
PTO
installed
on your vehicle, make sure that it will not exceed
35 hp.
Before using
a PTO,
refer to the manufacturer's or
installer's instructions.
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NOTICE:
Using a
PTO
while operating in one place before
the vehicle has reached normal operating
temperature can damage the transfer case
or
transmission. If you will be using the
PTO
while
operating in one place, drive and warm up the
vehicle before using the
PTO.
To engage a PTO:
1.
Hold the clutch pedal down.
2. Set the parking brake.
3. Shift the transmission into NEUTRAL (N).
4.
Engage the PTO.
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