146 STARTING AND OPERATING
NOTE:
Steps 1 through 5 are requirements that must
be met before pushing the N (NEUTRAL) button,
and must continue to be met until the shift has
been completed. If any of these requirements
are not met before pushing the N (NEUTRAL)
button or are no longer met during the shift, the
N (NEUTRAL) indicator light will flash continu-
ously until all requirements are met or until the
N (NEUTRAL) button is released.
The ignition must be in the ON/RUN position for
a shift to take place and for the position indi-
cator lights to be operable. If the ignition is not
in the ON/RUN position, the shift will not take
place and no position indicator lights will be on
or flashing.
A flashing N (NEUTRAL) position indicator light
indicates that shift requirements have not been
met.
DRIVING TIPS
ON-ROAD DRIVING TIPS
Utility vehicles have higher ground clearance and a
narrower track to make them capable of
performing in a wide variety of off-road
applications. Specific design characteristics give
them a higher center of gravity than conventional
passenger cars.
An advantage of the higher ground clearance is a
better view of the road, allowing you to anticipate
problems. They are not designed for cornering at
the same speeds as conventional passenger cars
any more than sports cars are designed to perform
satisfactorily in off-road conditions. Avoid sharp
turns or abrupt maneuvers. As with other vehicles
of this type, failure to operate this vehicle correctly
may result in loss of control or vehicle rollover.
OFF-ROAD DRIVING TIPS
When To Use 4WD LOW Range
When off-road driving, shift to 4WD LOW for
additional traction and control on slippery or
difficult terrain, ascending or descending steep
hills, and to increase low-speed pulling power
(refer to “All Wheel Drive and Four-Wheel Drive
Operation” in this section for further details). This
range should be limited to extreme situations such
as deep snow, mud, or sand where additional low
speed pulling power is needed. Vehicle speeds in
excess of 25 mph (40 km/h) should be avoided
when in 4WD LOW range.
Driving Through Water
Although your vehicle is capable of driving through
water, there are a number of precautions that
must be considered before entering the water:
Driving through water more than a few inches/
centimeters deep will require extra caution to
ensure safety and prevent damage to your vehicle.
If you must drive through water, try to determine
the depth and the bottom condition (and location
of any obstacles) prior to entering. Proceed with
caution and maintain a steady controlled speed
less than 5 mph (8 km/h) in deep water to
minimize wave effects.
CAUTION!
When driving through water, do not exceed
5 mph (8 km/h). Always check water depth
before entering as a precaution, and check all
fluids afterward. Driving through water may
cause damage that may not be covered by the
New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
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