2003 Chevrolet Tahoe Owner's Manual - Page 310

Q: Suppose, after stalling, I try to back down the hill and decideI just can't do it. What should I do? Driving Downhill When off-roading takes you downhill, you'll want to consider a number of things: 0 A: Set the parking brake, put your transmission in PARK (P) and turn off the engine. Leave the vehicle and go get some help. Exit on the uphill side and stay clear of the path the vehicle would take if it rolled downhill. Do not shift the transfer case to NEUTRAL when you leavethe vehicle. Leave it in some gear. How steep is the downhill? Will I be able to maintain vehicle control? What's the surface like? Smooth? Rough? Slippery? Hard-packed dirt? Gravel? Are there hidden surface obstacles? Ruts? Logs? Boulders? What's at the bottom o the hill? Is there a f hidden creek bank or even a river bottom with large rocks? -ng the tr_---sfer to LJTRAL can case cause your vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in PARK (P). This is because the NEUTRAL position on the transfer case overrides the transmission. You or someone else could be injured. If you are going to leave your vehicle, set the parking brake and shift the transmission to PARK (P). But do not shift the transfer caseto NEUTRAL. Leave the transfer case in the 2 Wheel High, 4 High or 4 Low position. 4-3 1