Ford 2000 Ranger Manuel d'utilisateur télécharger pdf (Page 122)

Maintain steering wheel control at all times, especially in rough terrain.

Since sudden changes in terrain can result in abrupt steering wheel

motion, make sure you grip the steering wheel from the outside. Do not

grip the spokes.

Drive cautiously to avoid vehicle damage from concealed objects such as

rocks and stumps.

You should either know the terrain or examine maps of the area before

driving. Map out your route before driving in the area. For more

information on driving off-road, read the “Four Wheeling” supplement in

your owner’s portfolio.

If your vehicle gets stuck

If the vehicle is stuck it may be rocked out by shifting from forward and

reverse gears, stopping between shifts, in a steady pattern. Press lightly

on the accelerator in each gear.

Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is not at normal operating

temperature or damage to the transmission may occur.

Do not rock the vehicle for more than a few minutes or damage

to the transmission and tires may occur or the engine may

overheat.

Do not spin the wheels at over 56 km/h (35 mph). The tires may

fail and injure a passenger or bystander.

Sand

When driving over sand, try to keep all four wheels on the most solid

area of the trail. Do not reduce the tire pressures but shift to a lower

gear and drive steadily through the terrain. Apply the accelerator slowly

and avoid spinning the wheels.

Mud and water

If you must drive through high water, drive slowly. Traction or brake

capability may be limited.

When driving through water, determine the depth; avoid water higher

than the bottom of the hubs (if possible) and proceed slowly. If the

ignition system gets wet, the vehicle may stall.

Once through water, always try the brakes. Wet brakes do not stop the

vehicle as effectively as dry brakes. Drying can be improved by moving

your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal.

Driving

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