Before Climbing A Steep Hill
As you approach a hill, consider its grade or steepness.
Determine if it is too steep. Look to see what the traction is on the hill side trail. Is the trail straight up and down?
What is on top and the other side? Are there ruts, rocks, branches or other obstacles on the path? Can you safely recover the vehicle if something goes wrong? If everything looks good and you feel confident, shift the transmission into a lower gear with 4L (Low) engaged, and proceed with caution, maintaining your momentum as you climb the hill.
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Side Step Removal – If Equipped
NOTE: Prior to off-road usage, the side steps should be removed to prevent
damage.
1. Remove the two nuts from the bodyside.
2. Remove one bolt from the underside of the vehicle.
3. Remove th ...
Vacation Storage
Anytime you store your vehicle, or keep it out of service (i.e., vacation) for
two weeks or more, run the air conditioning system at idle for about five minutes
in the fresh air and high blower se ...
Normal Starting
NOTE: Normal starting of either a cold or a warm
engine is obtained without pumping or pressing the
accelerator pedal.
Turn the ignition switch to the START position and
release when the engine ...