If the Vehicle Is Stuck
Slowly and cautiously spin the wheels to free the vehicle when stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow.
See “Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out” later in this section.
If the vehicle has a traction system, it can often help to free a stuck vehicle. Refer to the vehicle's traction system in the Index. If stuck too severely for the traction system to free the vehicle, turn the traction system off and use the rocking method.
WARNING
If the vehicle's tires spin at high speed, they can explode, and you or others could be injured. The vehicle can overheat, causing an engine compartment fire or other damage. Spin the wheels as little as possible and avoid going above 55 km/h (35 mph).
For information about using tire chains on the vehicle, see Tire Chains on page 10‑77.
See also:
Checking Brake Fluid
Check brake fluid by looking at the brake fluid reservoir. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10‑6.
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Trailer Brakes
Does the trailer have its own brakes? Be sure to read and follow the instructions
for the trailer brakes so they are installed, adjusted, and maintained properly.
Because the vehicle has antilock b ...
Recreational Vehicle Towing
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