RV FEATURE
RECOVERY SKILLS
It ’ s all very well mounting a set of orange traction boards to your roof rack , but knowing how and when to use them is vital . The same goes for electric winches , snatch straps , shackles , and even a tyre gauge .
They all help to get you unstuck one way or another , but knowing the restrictions and safety parameters should be learnt well before needing them out in the wilds . Getting it wrong with some of these items can be a life-ending mistake , so consider a course to learn from the experts .
How well do you understand the workings of your engine ?
Adjusting tyre pressures is crucial for all track variations .
Make sure you carry a full suite of recovery equipment and know how to use it all .
UNDERSTANDING YOUR 4WD
Most older-style 4WDs essentially work the same , with similar systems to activate four-wheeldrive and low range . Once 4WD was engaged , and low or high range was selected , it was then up to the driver and their skills to negotiate a track or obstacle .
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With the latest and greatest electronic measures available to help get a 4WD further down a track , it ' s more pertinent to know precisely what your vehicle has inbuilt from the manufacturer with regard to get-out-of-jail-free , terrain-freeing systems .
Some have dirt driving modes , snow , rock and slippery surface modes , suspension height variations , engine rev limitations and enhancements , and any extra aftermarket systems like differential locks you might employ . A simple flick of a switch or twist of a dial might be all that is needed to get you unstuck . Read your manual or speak to the pros to learn about your vehicle .