CHEVROLET 2011 Colorado - Manual (Page 185)

Black plate (7,1) Chevrolet Colorado Owner Manual - 2011
Driving and Operating 9-7
Avoid sharp turns and abrupt
maneuvers. Failure to operate the
vehicle correctly off‐road could
result in loss of vehicle control or
vehicle rollover.
Off-roading involves some new
skills. That is why it is very
important that you read these
driving tips and suggestions to
help make off-road driving safer
and more enjoyable.
Before You Go Off-Roading
. Have all necessary maintenance
and service work done.
. Make sure there is enough fuel,
that fluid levels are where they
should be, and that the spare
tire is fully inflated.
. Be sure to read all the
information about
four-wheel-drive vehicles
in this manual.
. Make sure all underbody
shields, if the vehicle has
them, are properly attached.
. Know the local laws that apply
to off-roading where you will
be driving or check with law
enforcement people in the area.
. Be sure to get the necessary
permission if you will be on
private land.
Loading Your Vehicle for
Off-Road Driving
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WARNING
. Cargo on the load floor piled
higher than the seatbacks
can be thrown forward during
a sudden stop. You or your
passengers could be injured.
Keep cargo below the top of
the seatbacks.
. Unsecured cargo on the load
floor can be tossed about
when driving over rough
terrain. You or your
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WARNING (Continued)
passengers can be struck by
flying objects. Secure the
cargo properly.
. 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. Keep cargo in the
cargo area as far forward and
low as possible.
There are some important things to
remember about how to load your
vehicle.
. The heaviest things should be
on the floor, forward of the rear
axle. Put heavier items as far
forward as you can.
. Be sure the load is properly
secured, so things are not
tossed around.