Driving on winding
or
mountain roads
is
not difficult
if
done
with reasonable care. Observe proper vehicle speeds when
ascending or descending hills and always operate in the
proper transmission range. Downshift on hills to avoid over-
heating or undue engine loads. Downshift when descending
grades.
Engine compression and friction will help control vehicle
speed, and relieve some
of
the strain on the brakes. Shift the
transmission to a lower gear before starting down the grade.
Mountain driving or desert temperatures can put extreme
demands on drive train components.
Under extreme heat
conditions you may need to turn off the vehicle air conditioner
to improve engine and transmission cooling.
Be aware
of
the extra height
of
your motor home. Check for
low hanging tree branches or other obstructions whenever you
drive
or
park. Avoid low overhangs when pulling in for ser-
vice. Always check overhead clearances
of
overpasses and
bridges.
This may be particularly important
if
you
drive with
the overhead vents open or
if
the motor home is equipped
with a
roof
air conditioner,
roof
rack, CB or TV/radio
antenna.
Before leaving on a trip, check your route. Some tunnels
prohibit motor homes with
LP gas systems.
When parking parallel to a curb, be sure to allow for poles
or
obstructions
as
the front and rear portions
of
the motor home
swing wider than an automobile.
When parking on an incline,
turn the front wheels into the curb in the direction
of
the roll
to aid the parking brake. When parking, always shift the
transmission to
P and set the parking brake.
ON
THE
ROAD
PACE
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