PLACING THE VEHICLE IN MOTION (Contd)

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2-15. PLACING THE VEHICLE IN MOTION (Contd)

NOTE

Manually shifting the transmission is not done under normal

driving conditions; however, shifting the transmission manually

may be required under unusual or adverse conditions.

h. When lower gear is desired, depress service brake pedal (7) as necessary,

until vehicle speed is within range for next lower gear. Shift transmission gearshift

lever (3) to next lower position.

CAUTION

Before shifting transfer case from HIGH to LOW, ensure vehicle

speed is equal to or lower than speed shown on data plate for

transmission gear being used.

i. When vehicle is heavily loaded, or when road conditions are bad, additional

traction can be obtained as follows:

(1) Depress service brake pedal (7) as necessary, until vehicle is slowed to

equal to, or lower than, speed shown on data plate (8) for transfer case.

(2) Shift transfer case shift lever (4) to LOW.

(3) Depress accelerator pedal (6) to bring vehicle to desired speed.

.WARNING.

Do not let vehicle coast downhill with transmission in NEUTRAL

position. Doing this may cause vehicle to increase speed and go

out of control, resulting in injury or death to personnel.

Do not use hand throttle as a cruise control. Use of hand throttle

may cause damage to equipment and/or injury to personnel.

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