22 • Section 2 — Driving & Safety Cayman 2006
With the exhaust brake applied, road speed may increase until the transmission automatically shifts to the
next higher gear. Apply the service brakes using moderately heavy pressure on the brake pedal to reduce speed
and manually downshift to maintain a safe, slow speed. DO NOT pump the brakes as this can result in a loss of
air pressure. Avoid riding the brakes as this can cause the brakes to overheat. Either method can result in loss of
brake effectiveness or brake failure.
Night Driving:
• As always be well rested and alert when driving. If necessary, fi nd a safe stopping place to rest until ready
to continue.
• Avoid using interior lights that can create a glare on the windshield and decrease visibility.
• Dim dash lights to a comfortable level to reduce the level of glare.
Extreme Heat and Hot Weather Conditions:
• Frequently observe all gauges. Variations from normal conditions should be promptly evaluated.
• Check tire pressure before traveling in hot conditions. Tire air pressure increases with heat. DO NOT let
air out of a hot tire. When the tires cool down they will return to the correct/previous tire pressure.
• Pay extra attention to hoses and belts that are more susceptible to fatigue in extreme heat.
Winter and Cold Climate Conditions:
• The motorhome should be prepared for cold weather use.
• Keep speeds slow and steady. Make moves gradually and increase visual distance for a gain in reaction time.
• If road or weather conditions are treacherous fi nd a safe stopping place and wait for conditions to improve.
• Avoid using an engine braking device on wet or slippery surfaces as this can cause the drive wheels to skid.
• Wiper blades should be in good condition. Fill the washer reservoir with antifreeze formula window
washer fl uid.
• Use mirror heat to keep mirrors clear.
• Remove any ice build-up from the entry step to avoid accidental slipping.
Wet Conditions:
• Worn or improperly infl ated tires can increase the risk of hydroplaning.
• Heavy rain or deep standing water can cause brakes to apply unevenly or grab.
Fuel Economy:
• Driving style, wind resistance, terrain, vehicle weight, and engine-driven accessories are some of the
factors that affect fuel economy.
Guidelines to Help Increase Fuel Effi ciency:
• When starting out, apply the throttle lightly and accelerate gradually. Avoid using excessive throttle and
accelerating quickly.
• Check the tire pressure. A low tire is not only a safety hazard, but also increases rolling resistance to
increase fuel consumption.
• While operating the motorhome, keep the engine at a low to mid operating range of 1100 to 1500 RPM.
This will use less fuel than operating at higher RPM.
• Avoid using full throttle when ascending a long hill. This wastes fuel and increases engine operating
temperature from incomplete combustion. Manually shift to a lower gear and use less throttle to burn fuel
more effi ciently.
• Operate the transmission with the MODE function set to Economy whenever possible; this allows for
earlier shifts and enhanced fuel economy.
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