Advanced 4WD Techniques – A guide for drivers and logisticians [PDF]

Description

Contents

Introduction

1 Preparation

2 Driving techniques

(i) General Safety

(ii) Driving on Dirt Roads

(iii) Steep Ascents and Descents

(iv) Driving in Mud

(v) Driving in Sand

(vi) Driving in Snow and Ice

(vii) Crossing Rivers

3 Vehicle recovery equipment & techniques

(i) Using a Jack

(ii) Using Recovery Ladders or Sand Tracks

(iii) Using Winches

(a) Anchor Points

(b) The High Lift Jack as a Winch

(c) Hand Winches

(iv) Using Wheel Chains

(v) Tyre Deflation

(vi) Tools and Spare Parts

4 Tyre selection and care

Conclusion

References