Operating With a Load on the Vehicle
The weight of the cargo, operator, and passengers impacts vehicle operation and stability. For your safety and the safety of others, carefully consider how your vehicle is loaded and how to safely operate the vehicle. Follow the instructions in this manual for loading, tire pressure, gear selection and speed.
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Do not exceed vehicle weight capacities. The vehicle’s maximum weight capacity is listed in the specifications section of this manual and on a label on the vehicle. When determining the weight you are adding to the vehicle, include the weight of the operator, passengers, accessories, loads in the rack or box and the load on the trailer tongue. The combined weight of these items must not exceed the maximum weight capacity.
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The recommended tire pressures are listed in the specifications section of this manual and on a label on the vehicle.
Always follow these guidelines:
Under ANY of these conditions: | Do ALL of these steps: |
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Operator and/or cargo exceeds half the maximum weight capacity |
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Operating in rough terrain | |
Operating over obstacles | |
Climbing an incline | |
Towing |