Owner`s manual

Standing Water

Avoid driving in standing water deeper than 20 in (51

cm), and reduce speed appropriately to minimize wave

effects. Maximum speed in 20 in (51 cm) of water is less

than 5 mph (8 km/h).

Maintenance

After driving through deep water, inspect your vehicle

fluids and lubricants (engine oil, transmission oil, axle,

transfer case) to assure the fluids have not been contami-

nated. Contaminated fluid (milky, foamy in appearance)

should be flushed/changed as soon as possible to pre-

vent component damage.

Driving In Snow, Mud And Sand

In heavy snow, when pulling a load, or for additional

control at slower speeds, shift the transmission to a low

gear and shift the transfer case to LOW if necessary. Refer

to “All-Wheel Drive Operation” in “Starting and Oper-

ating” for further information. Do not shift to a lower

gear than necessary to maintain forward motion. Over-

revving the engine can spin the wheels and traction will

be lost.

Avoid abrupt downshifts on icy or slippery roads, be-

cause engine braking may cause skidding and loss of

control.

Hill Climbing

NOTE: Before attempting to climb a hill, determine the

conditions at the crest and/or on the other side.

Before climbing a steep hill, shift the transmission to a

lower gear and shift the transfer case to LOW. Use first

gear and LOW for very steep hills.

If you stall or begin to lose forward motion while

climbing a steep hill, allow your vehicle to come to a stop

and immediately apply the brakes. Restart the engine,

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