1995 GMC Sonoma Owner's Manual - Page 147

Loading Your Vehicle for Off-Road Driving There are some important things to remember aboutto load your how vehicle. The heaviest things should be on the load floor and forward of your rear axle. Put heavier items as far forward can. as you 0 Be sure the load is secured properly, so driving on theoff-road terrain doesn't toss thingsaround. You'll find other important information in this manual. "Vehicle See "Tires" in the Index. Loading," "Luggage Carrier" and Traveling to Remote Areas It makes sense to plan your trip, especially going to a remote area. when You get Know the terrain and plan your route. are much less likely to bad surprises. Get accurate maps of trails and terrain. to learn of any Try blocked or closed roads. It's also a good idea to travel with at least one vehicle. If something other happens to one them, theother can helpquickly. of Does your vehicle have a winch? so, be sure to read the If winch instructions. In a remote area, a winch canhandy if you get stuck. But be you'll want toknow how to useit properly. 4-13