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Cargo on the load floor piled higher than
the seatbacks can be thrown forward
during
a sudden stop. You
or
your
passengers could be injured. Keep cargo
below the top of the seatbacks.
Unsecured cargo on the load floor can be
tossed about when driving over rough
terrain. You or your passengers can be
struck by flying objects. Secure the cargo
properly.
Heavy loads on the
roof
raise the vehicle’s
center of gravity, making
it
more likely to
roll over. You can be seriously or fatally
injured
if
the vehicle rolls over. Put heavy
loads inside the cargo area, not
on
the
roof. Keep cargo
in
the cargo area
as
far
forward and
low
as possible.
You’ll find other important information in this manual.
See
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Your
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on
page
4-56
and
Tires
on
page
5-61.
Environmental Concerns
Off-road driving can provide wholesome and satisfying
recreation. However, it also raises environmental
concerns. We recognize these concerns and urge every
off-roader to follow these basic rules for protecting
the environment:
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Always use established trails, roads and areas that
have been specially set aside for public off-road
recreational driving; obey all posted regulations.
Avoid any driving practice that could damage
the environment
-
shrubs, flowers, trees, grasses
-
or disturb wildlife (this includes wheel-spinning,
breaking down trees or unnecessary driving through
streams or over soft ground).
Always carry a litter bag
-
make sure all refuse is
removed from any campsite before leaving.
Take extreme care with open fires (where
permitted), camp stoves and lanterns.
Never park your vehicle over dry grass or other
combustible materials that could catch fire from
the heat of the vehicle’s exhaust system.
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