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Be Prepared - Always check your Jeep before going off-road. Make sure your battery is fastened, all hoses are in good condition and oil and fluids
are topped off, including fuel. Avoid traveling alone, especially into unfamiliar territory.
Be on The Lookout - Once off-road, put your Jeep in 4wd whenever you anticipate a situation that will demand the additional traction. It's difficult
to engage 4wd after you get stuck. Avoid putting your head out of the vehicle to see what's coming. Also many trail masters recommend keeping your thumbs up
and out of the way of the steering wheel spokes in rough terrain. Generally, vehicles with power steering, like all Jeep vehicles, lessen the chance of sudden
steering wheel rotation.
Take It Easy - Speed and power are not required in rough terrain driving. In low range, the low gearing and low speed of Jeep vehicles at idle will generally pull you over
obstacles. On the Rubican trail the average speed is 3-5 mph.
Leave It Better Than You Found It - Observe posted signs and stay on trails and recreation areas approved for off-roading. Use your good judgement in protecting the
beauty and solitude of the area. If the terrain looks especially fragile, take an alternative route.
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