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Transfer gears

High range gears should be used whenever

possible - only change to low range when

ground conditions become very difficult. The

DIFF LOCK should be engaged whenever there

is a risk of losing wheel grip, and disengaged

as soon as firm, level, non-slippery ground is

reached.

Braking

As far as possible, vehicle speed should be

controlled through correct gear selection.

Application of the brake pedal should be kept

to an absolute minimum. Unless ABS is fitted,

any braking on wet, muddy or loose surfaces

is likely to cause one or more wheels to lock -

the resultant slide could prove dangerous.

NOTE: If the correct gear has been selected,

braking will be largely unnecessary.

Use of engine for braking

Before descending steep slopes, stop the

vehicle at least a length before the descent,

select neutral in the main gearbox, engage

LOW range and then select first or second

gear depending on the severity of the incline.

While descending the slope it should be

remembered that the engine will provide

sufficient braking effort to control the rate of

descent, and that the brakes should not be

applied.

Accelerating

Use the accelerator with care - unless Traction

control is fitted, any sudden surge of power

may induce wheel spin and result in loss of

control of the vehicle.

Steering

WARNING

DO NOT hold the steering wheel with your

thumbs inside the rim - a sudden ’kick’ of

the wheel as the vehicle negotiates a rut or

boulder could seriously injure them.

ALWAYS grip the wheel on the outside of the

rim (as shown) when traversing uneven

ground.

Survey the ground before driving

Before negotiating difficult terrain, it is wise to

carry out a preliminary survey on foot. This

will minimise the risk of your vehicle getting

into difficulty through a previously unnoticed

hazard.

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