• Do not plow in overdrive unless your vehicle’s Owner’s Manual recommends it. • Plan your plow pattern so that you drive forward as much as possible. • Come to a complete stop before shifting from forward to reverse. • Wait until the transmission engages before accelerating. • Accelerate slowly, allowing the tires to grip the road surface for better traction. Avoid spinning the tires. • Start driving forward before lowering the plow for a pass. • Whenever possible, back into a cleared area. • If you have a manual transmission, avoid riding the clutch while plowing. • Change the transmission fluid before and during the plowing season. If the fluid has a burnt smell, change the fluid as soon as possible. • You can install an inline transmission heat gauge to monitor the temperature in your transmission. If it reaches 121°C (250°F), let the vehicle idle until the fluid cools.
If you do experience issues with your transmission, contact your local dealer for support.
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