Owner's manual

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OPERATION
Driving Uphill
Whenever traveling uphill, follow these
precautions:
1. Always travel straight uphill.
2. Avoid steep hills (15° maximum).
3. Keep both feet on the floor.
4. Always check the terrain carefully
before ascending any hill.
5. Never climb hills with excessively slip-
pery or loose surfaces.
6. Proceed at a steady rate of speed and
throttle opening. Never open the throt-
tle suddenly.
7. 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.
Driving on a Sidehill (Sidehilling)
Driving on a sidehill is not recommended. Improper procedure could cause loss of control or
overturn. Avoid crossing the side of any hill unless absolutely necessary.
If crossing a sidehill is unavoidable, follow these precautions:
1. Slow down.
2. Exercise extreme caution.
3. Avoid crossing the side of a steep hill (15° maximum).
Driving Downhill
When driving downhill, follow these
precautions:
1. Avoid steep hills (15° maximum).
2. Drive straight downhill. Avoid
descending a hill at an angle, which
would cause the vehicle to lean
sharply to one side. Travel straight
downhill when possible.
3. Slow down.
4. Apply the brakes slightly to aid in
slowing.
15° maximum
15° maximum