Cadillac 2007 owner manual Driving Downhill

Driving Downhill

When off-roading takes you downhill, you will want to consider a number of things:

•How steep is the downhill? Will I be able to maintain vehicle control?

•What is the surface like? Smooth? Rough? Slippery? Hard-packed dirt? Gravel?

•Are there hidden surface obstacles? Ruts? Logs? Boulders?

•What is at the bottom of the hill? Is there a hidden creek bank or even a river bottom with large rocks?

If you decide you can go down a hill safely, then try to keep your vehicle headed straight down, and use a low gear. This way, engine drag can help the brakes and they will not have to do all

the work. Descend slowly, keeping your vehicle under control at all times.

{CAUTION:

Heavy braking when going down a hill can cause your brakes to overheat and fade. This could cause loss of control and a serious accident. Apply the brakes lightly when descending a hill and use a low gear to keep vehicle speed under control.

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