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Even areas that look harmless can be dangerous. Potholes, ditches, trenches, drop-offs, different
kinds of obstacles, and soft or swampy ground often cannot be seen and can be partially or fully
covered by water, grass, branches, or other things. Driving over such terrain can cause accidents
and severe injuries.
Before driving over unknown terrain, it is often best to check an area out on foot first.
Never take routes or risks that could put you or your passengers in danger. If you cannot go
on, or have doubts about the safety of your route, turn back and take a new route.
Never drive faster than is appropriate for the prevailing terrain and the road, traffic, and
weather conditions.
WARNING
Always avoid driving crosswise on a slope ⇒Driving crosswise on a slope .
If stopped crosswise on a slope, never get out of the vehicle using the doors that face down‐
hill. The combined center of gravity of the vehicle and its contents (passengers and load) can
shift, causing the vehicle to tip over and roll down the slope. Always exit the vehicle calmly us‐
ing the doors that face uphill.
WARNING
The cruise control system ⇒Cruise control , Front Assist system ⇒Forward Collision Warning
(Front Assist) , and the other driver assistance systems are designed for highway use. They are
completely unsuitable for off-road situations and can even be dangerous when used off-road.
To reduce the risk of loss of control and serious personal injury, never use the driver assist‐
ance systems when driving off-road.
WARNING
Never drive off-road if you are low on fuel. Too little fuel in the tank can cause an accident and se‐
rious injuries. You can also run out of fuel in a remote area where getting help is difficult or
impossible.
When the fuel tank is almost empty, fuel supply to the engine can be interrupted, especially
when driving over bumps, across slopes, and up and down hills. The interruption in fuel flow
could stall the engine during a maneuver in difficult terrain and make you lose control of the
vehicle.
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