Full Product Manual

Operating the Vehicle
8-4
 If you shift gears while ascending or
descending a slope, be prepared to use
the brake to maintain control.
 Operate in reverse at slow speeds to
maintain control.
1. The range gear shift lever can only be
shifted only when the vehicle is completely
stopped and the brake pedal is pressed.
2. To avoid transmission and shift linkage
damage, completely stop the vehicle using
the brake pedal before shifting gears.
3. Select proper gear and engine speed
depending on the types of job.
4. Before exiting vehicle, shift the gear shift
lever to the “NEUTRAL” position and set
parking brake.
 Damage may occur with incorrect shifting
operation.
■ 4WD Lever
CAUTION:
To avoid personal injury:
 When traveling at road speed. Use only
2WD.
 When driving on icy, wet or loose
surfaces, make sure the vehicle is
correctly loaded to avoid skidding and
loss of steering control. Reduce the
speed and engage front wheel drive.
 An accident may occur if the vehicle is
suddenly braked, such as heavy towed
loads shifting forward causing loss of
control.
 The braking characteristics are
different between two and four wheel
drive. Be aware of the differences and
operate carefully.
5. Unlock the parking brake and start
slowly.
① Range gear shift lever
(L) LOW Range
(H) HIGH Range
(N) NEUTRAL” POSITION
(R) “REVERSE”
NOTE:
 When range gear shift lever is hard to
engage, do not force the lever. Set the
parking brake, slightly depress the
accelerator pedal and release it to neutral
position, then shift the lever.
When the lever is hard to disengage, do not
force the lever.
Depress the brake pedal fully, then shift the
lever.
■ Accelerator Pedal
The accelerator pedal is used to increase the
engine and vehicle speed. Push down on it for
higher speeds.