Driving
Downhill
When off-roading takes
you
downhill,
you'll
want
to
consider
a
number
of
things:
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How steep
is
the dow~~hill?
Will
I
be able
to
maintain
vehicle control?
What's
the surface like? Smooth? Rough? Slippery?
Hard-packed dirt? Gravel?
Are there hidden surface obstacles'? Ruts:' Logs'?
Boulders?
What's at the bottom
of
the
hill'?
Is
there
a
hidden
creek bank
or
even
a river bottom with large rocks'?
If
you decide you can go down a
hill
safely. then try
to
keep
your
vehicle headed straight down, and use
a
low
gear.
This
way. engine drag can help your brakes and
they won't have to do all the work. Descend slowly,
keeping your vehicle under control at
all
times.
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Heavy braking when going down
a
hill
can cause
your brakes to overheat and fade. This could
cause
loss
of control and
a
serious accident.
Apply the brakes lightly when descending a
hill and use
a
low
gear to keep vehicle speed
under control.
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