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Winch Operation
(Select Markets) Your vehicle may be equipped with a winch that can pull certain capacities and types of
loads. It is useful for vehicle self-recovery when stuck, assisting another vehicle in recovery, moving fallen
trees, removing brush, etc.
Consider practicing the operation and use of your winch before you actually need to use it.
The safety warnings, operating precautions and instructions in this section apply if your vehicle came
equipped with a winch, or if you choose to install an accessory winch on your vehicle:
Winch Safety Warnings
These safety warnings apply if your vehicle is equipped with a winch, or if you choose to install an accessory
winch on your vehicle:
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Read and understand all sections of this manual.
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Improper winch use or failure to correctly follow the winch guidelines, instructions, and warnings in this
manual can result in SEVERE INJURY or DEATH.
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Improper or lack of winch maintenance and service could lead to SEVERE INJURY or DEATH.
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Always keep body, hair, clothing, and jewelry clear of the winch cable, fairlead, and hook during winch
operation.
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Always keep the area around the vehicle, winch, winch cable and load clear of people, pets, and
distractions during winch operation.
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Always wear eye protection and heavy gloves during winch operation.
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Never use alcohol or drugs before or while operating the winch.
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Never allow children under 16 years of age to operate the winch.
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Never attempt to "jerk" a load attached to the winch by moving the vehicle.
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