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OPERATION
Driving Uphill
Whenever traveling uphill, follow these precautions:
1. Always check the terrain carefully before ascending a hill.
2. Never operate in TURF mode (if equipped) while operating on a hill
or other irregular terrain. Always move the AWD switch to AWD
before ascending or descending a hill. See page 38.
3. Avoid steep hills (15° maximum). If ascending a steeper grade is
unavoidable, engage all-wheel drive before ascending.
4. Drive straight uphill.
5. Never climb hills with excessively slippery or loose surfaces.
6. Proceed at a steady rate of speed and throttle opening. Never open
the throttle suddenly.
7. Avoid unnecessary changes in speed or direction.
8. Never go over the crest of a hill at high speed. An obstacle, a sharp
drop, or another vehicle or person could be on the other side of the
hill.
9. If the vehicle stalls while climbing a hill, apply the brakes. Place the
transmission in reverse and slowly allow the vehicle to roll straight
downhill while applying light brake pressure to control speed.
15° maximum
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