4X4 SYSTEMS & TRACTION AIDS – THE DOS AND DON’TS

DO

1 Familiarise yourself with your vehicle’s equipment

2 Know how to operate different systems and traction aids

3 Engage the correct settings prior to tackling terrain

4 Engage low range for climbs and descents

5 Lower your tyre pressures to suit terrain

DON’T

1 Assume your vehicle will look after everything

2 Assume rear diff lock will improve off-road performance

3 Rely on brakes alone for steep descents

4 Forget to reinflate tyres when back on road

5 Forget to select 2WD/ disengage centre diff lock when back on road