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2-33. OPERATION IN ICE OR SNOW (Contd)

.WARNING.

Vehicle operation on ice and snow can be dangerous. Operator must

drive at reduced speeds and be prepared to meet sudden changes in

road conditions and traffic speeds. Maintain safe stopping dis-

tances. Failure to do this may cause loss of vehicle control, result-

ing in injury or death to personnel.

b. Driving Vehicle.

(1) Place vehicle in motion by placing transmission select lever (2) in "1"

(first) position, transfer case lever (3) in LOW, and release parking brake lever (4).

Begin movement slowly without causing wheels to spin or engine to race. Place

transfer case lever (2) in HIGH position when vehicle is underway.

.WARNING.

Pump brakes gradually when stopping vehicle on ice or snow.

Sudden stops will cause vehicle wheels to lock, engine to stall, and a

loss of power steering. Failure to do this will result in injury or

death.

(2) If rear end skidding occurs:

(a) Turn steering wheel in direction of the skid.

(b) Let up on accelerator pedal (6) and apply brake pedal (5) in a grad-

ual, pumping manner.

c. After Operation.

(1) Perform steps in para. 2-32f.