1998 Chevrolet Tracker Owner's Manual - Page 162

Environmental Concerns Off-road driving can provide wholesome and satisfying recreation. However, it also raises environmental concerns. Chevrolet recognizes these concerns and urges every off-roaderto follow these basic rules for protecting the environment: 0 Traveling to Remote Areas It makes sense to plan yourtrip, especially when going to a remote area. Know the terrain and plan your route. You are much less likely to get bad surprises. Get accurate mapsof trails and terrain. to learnof any Try blocked or closed roads. It's also a good idea to travel with at least one other vehicle. If something happens to of them, the other one can help quickly. Does your vehicle have a winch? so, be sure to read If the winch instructions. In remote area, a winch be a can handy if you get stuck. But you'll want to know how to use it properly. Always use established trails, roads and areas that have been speciallyset aside for public off-road recreational driving; obey all posted regulations. Avoid any driving practice that could damage the environment -- shrubs, flowers, trees, grasses-- or disturb wildlife (this includes wheel-spinning, breaking down trees or unnecessary driving through streams or over soft ground). Always carry alitter bag ...make sure all refuseis removed from any campsite before leaving. Take extreme care with open fires (where permitted), camp stoves and lanterns. Never park your vehicle over dry grassor other combustible materials that could catch from the fire heat of the vehicle's exhaust system. 0 0 Getting Familiar with Off-Road Driving It's a goodidea to practicein an area that's safe and close to home before you go into wilderness. the Off-road driving does require some new and different driving skills. Here's what we mean. Tune your senses to different kinds signals. Your of eyes, for example, need to constantly sweep terrain the for unexpected obstacles.Your ears need to listenfor unusual tireor engine sounds. With yourarms, hands, feet and body, you'll need to respond to vibrations and vehicle bounce. 4-17