GMC 2003 Sierra - Manual (Page 302)

While driving on a surface with reduced traction^ try
your t>est to avffld sudden steering, acceleration
□r braking (induding engine braking by shifting to a
lower gear). Any sudden changes could cause the tires
to slidB, You may not nealizo the aurfacE is slippery
until your vehicia is skidding. Leam to recognize warning
clues'— such as enough water, lea or packed snow
on the road to make a hmirrored surface’ — and slow
down when you have any doubt.
Ftgmember: Any anti-lock brake system (ABS) helps
avoid only the braking skid.
Off-Road Driving with Your
Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicle
This oft-road guide is for vehicles that have four-wheel
drive. Also, see
Braking on page 4-6. if your vehicle
doesn’t have tour’Whael drivв^ you shouldn't drive
oH-ncMd unless you're on a level, solid surface.
Otf'road driving can be great fun. But it does have
some deilr^lle hazards. The greatest of ihese is
the lenain itself.
’YJff-roading" means you've left [he greal North American
road system behind, TraBic lanes aren't marked.
Curves aren't banked. There are no road signs.
Surfaces can be slippery, rough, uphill or downhill. In
short, you've gone right back to nature.
Off-road driving involves some new skills. And that's
why It's very important that you read this guide.
You'll find many drtvrng tips and suggestions. These will
help make your off-road driving safer and more
enjoyable.
If you think you will need some more ground clearance
at the from of your vehicle, you can easily remove
the front bumper lower air dam.
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