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Rocking your vehicle to get it out, Recovery loops, Caution – Hummer 2008 H2 User Manual

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Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out

First, turn the steering wheel left and right to clear
the area around the front wheels. The traction control
system activates when the system senses that the
wheels are spinning. See Traction Control System (TCS)
on page 4-5. Then, shift back and forth between
REVERSE (R) and a forward gear, spinning the wheels
as little as possible. To prevent transmission wear,
wait until the wheels stop spinning before shifting gears.
Release the accelerator pedal while you shift, and
press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the
transmission is in gear. By slowly spinning the wheels in
the forward and reverse directions, you will cause a
rocking motion that could free your vehicle. If that does
not get your vehicle out after a few tries, it might
need to be towed out. Or, you can use the recovery
loops. If your vehicle does need to be towed out,
see Towing Your Vehicle on page 4-51.

Recovery Loops

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CAUTION:

These loops, when used, are under a lot of
force. Keep people away from the vicinity of
the loops and any chains or cables during use.
Always pull the vehicle straight out. Never pull
on the loops at a sideways angle. The loops
could break off and you or others could be
injured from the chain or cable snapping back.

Notice: Never use the recovery loops to tow the
vehicle. Your vehicle could be damaged and it would
not be covered by warranty.

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