1996 Chevrolet Blazer Owner's Manual - Page 168

Driving Guidelines This multipurpose passenger vehicle is defined as a utility vehicle in Consumer Information Regulations issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) of the United States Department of Transportation. Utility vehicles have higher ground clearance and a narrower track make to them capable of performing in a wide variety of off-road applications. Specific design characteristics give them a higher center of gravity than ordinary cars. advantage An of the higher ground clearance is a better view of the road allowing you to anticipate problems. They arenot designed for corneringat the same speeds as conventional two-wheel-drive vehicles any more than low-slung sports cars are designedto perform satisfactorily under off-road conditions. If at all possible, avoidsharp turns or abrupt maneuvers. As with other vehiclesof this type, failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in of control loss or vehicle rollover. Off-Road Driving withYour Four-Wheel-DriveVehicle This off-road guide is for vehicles that have four-wheel drive. Also, see "Anti-Lock Brakes" in the Index. If your vehicle doesn't have four-wheel drive, you shouldn't drive off-road unless you're on a level, solid surface. Off-road driving can be greatfun. But it does have some definite hazards. The greatest of these is the terrain itself. "Off-roading" means you've left the great North American road system behind. Traffic lanes aren't marked. Curves aren't banked. There are no road signs. Surfaces can be slippery, rough, uphillor downhill. In short, you've gone right back to nature. Off-road driving involves some new skills. And that's why it's very important that you read this guide. You'll find many driving tips and suggestions. These will help make your off-road drivingsafer and more enjoyable. 4-14