2014 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD Crew Cab Owner Manual - Page 272
2014 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD Crew Cab Manual
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9-6 Driving and Operating { Warning When driving off-road, bouncing and quick changes in direction can easily throw you out of position. This could cause you to lose control and crash. You and your passengers should always wear safety belts. To gain more ground clearance if needed, it may be necessary to remove the front fascia lower air dam. Notice: Operating the vehicle for extended periods without the front fascia lower air dam installed can cause improper air flow to the engine. Re‐attach the front fascia air dam after off-road driving. Warning (Continued) . Keep cargo in the cargo area as far forward and as low as possible. The heaviest things should be on the floor, forward of the rear axle. Heavy loads on the roof raise the vehicle's center of gravity, making it more likely to roll over. You can be seriously or fatally injured if the vehicle rolls over. Put heavy loads inside the cargo area, not on the roof. . Before Driving Off-Road . Have all necessary maintenance and service work completed. Fuel the vehicle, fill fluid levels, and check inflation pressure in all tires, including the spare, if equipped. Read all the information about four-wheel-drive vehicles in this manual. Make sure all underbody shields, if equipped, are properly attached. Know the local laws that apply to off-road driving. Loading the Vehicle for Off-Road Driving . { Warning . . . Unsecured cargo on the load floor can be tossed about when driving over rough terrain. You or your passengers can be struck by flying objects. Secure the cargo properly. (Continued) For more information about loading the vehicle, see Vehicle Load Limits and Tires. Environmental Concerns . . Always use established trails, roads, and areas that have been set aside for public off-road recreational driving and obey all posted regulations.