Lincoln Navigator (2005) SUV [9/24] Driving off road

DRIVING OFF-ROAD

“Tread Lightly” is an educational

program designed to increase

public awareness of land-use

regulations and responsibilities in

our nations wilderness areas.

Ford joins the U. S. Forest Service and the Bureau of Land

Management in encouraging you to help preserve our national forest

and other public and private lands by “treading lightly”.

Driving off-road requires good judgment to avoid personal injury and

vehicle damage from concealed objects such as rocks and stumps. Know

the terrain or examine maps of the area before driving off road. Map out

your route before driving in the area. To maintain steering and braking

control of your vehicle, you must have all four wheels on the ground and

they must be rolling, not sliding or spinning. To avoid loss of control,

maintain a firm grip on the steering wheel, especially in rough terrain.

Sudden changes in terrain can result in abrupt steering wheel

motion. To maintain better control and avoid injury to your hand

or wrist, grip the steering wheel from the outside. Do not grip the

spokes.

Driving on sand

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

area of the trail. Avoid reducing the tire pressure. Instead, shift to a

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

slowly and avoid spinning the wheels.

Avoid reducing tire pressure. Operating your vehicle with below

the recommended tire pressure can increase the risk of loss of

vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. If you

choose to reduce the tire pressure for off-road operation, make sure

you re-inflate the tires as soon as possible.

Avoid excessive speed because vehicle momentum can work against you

and cause the vehicle to become stuck to the point that assistance may

be required from another vehicle. Remember, you may be able to back

out the way you came if you proceed with caution.

Driving Off-Road