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OPERATION
Hauling Cargo
Hauling cargo improperly can alter vehicle handling and may cause loss of control or brake instability,
which can result in serious injury or death. Always follow these precautions when hauling cargo:
Never exceed the vehicle rated capacity or the total rated capacity. When determining the weight you
are adding to the vehicle, include the weight of the operator, passenger, accessories, attachments
(models HD and HD
PTO Only), loads in the box and the load on the trailer tongue. The combined
weight of these items must not exceed the vehicle rated capacity.
REDUCE SPEED AND ALLOW GREATER DISTANCES FOR BRAKING WHEN HAULING CARGO.
Always load the cargo box with the load as far forward and as low as possible.
When operating over rough or hilly terrain, reduce speed and cargo to maintain stable driving
conditions.
Always operate the vehicle with extreme care when hauling or towing loads.
Slow down and drive in the lowest gear available.
SECURE ALL LOADS BEFORE OPERATING. Unsecured loads can create unstable operating
conditions, which could result in loss of control of the vehicle.
OPERATE ONLY WITH STABLE AND SAFELY ARRANGED LOADS. When handling off-centered
loads that cannot be centered, securely fasten the load and operate with extra caution. Always attach
the tow load to the hitch point designated for your vehicle.
HEAVY LOADS CAN CAUSE BRAKING AND CONTROL PROBLEMS. Use extreme caution when
applying brakes with a loaded vehicle. Avoid terrain or situations that may require backing downhill.
USE EXTREME CAUTION when operating with loads that extend over the rack sides. Stability and
maneuverability may be adversely affected, causing the vehicle to rollover.
DO NOT TRAVEL FASTER THAN THE RECOMMENDED
SPEEDS. Vehicle should never exceed 10 MPH (16 km/h)
while towing a load on a level grass surface. Vehicle speed
should never exceed 5 MPH (8 km/h) when towing loads in
rough terrain, while cornering, or while ascending or
descending a hill.
Driving with passengers in the cargo box can result in severe
injury or death. Never allow passengers to ride in the cargo
box. Passengers must always ride in the cab with seat belts
fastened securely.
WARNING