27 OPERATING THE VEHICLE B Hills B Traversing Hillsides To avoid personal injury: A Do not turn sideways on a hill, or the vehicle may roll over. A Always go straight up hill or down hill. A Slow down until you can get a clean view of the other side at the crest of a hill. A If the engine stalls on a steep slope, roll slowly straight down, using the brake. A Stop and look for obstacles before descending a hill. To avoid personal injury: A Reduce vehicles speed to prevent tipping or loss of control. A Do not traverse hillsides that are slippery or covered with rocks or obstacles which may cause you to tip over. B Sliding and Skidding To avoid personal injury:
A Drive slowly and carefully when you are unsure or unprepared for the surface. A Do not apply heavy braking force or accelerate when skidding to prevent loss of control. A Use 4WD and maintain low speeds on areas covered with clay, mud, ice or snow to prevent uncontrolled skidding.