2009 Kawasaki MULE 4010 4x4 Owners Manual - Page 70
2009 Kawasaki MULE 4010 4x4 Manual
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SAFE OPERATION 69 Descending Hills Slow down or stop at the top of a hill so you can pick a straight, safe path for descent to avoid any obstacles. Normally you should descend straight down a hill since driving at an angle could cause the vehicle to lean to one side and possibly tip over. Proceed slowly and cautiously. Apply the brake as necessary. Be careful if the surface is loose because the tires are more likely to skid and braking effectiveness will be reduced. Turning while descending a slope must be done very carefully and gradually to avoid tipping the vehicle over. żWhen the throttle pedal is released completely and the engine speed drops near an idle, the vehicle has no engine braking. This is caused by the vehicle's automatic transmission which releases the engine at very low speed to prevent it from stalling. Use the brakes to control the vehicle's speed. NOTE j WARNING Do not turn sideways to the hill, or the vehicle may roll over. Remember: żStop and look for obstacles before descending a hill. żGo straight downhill. żGo slowly. żIf you must turn, do so carefully and gradually.