Here are ten top tips from the experts at the Alconbury Driving Centre for getting going again if you are stuck.
- Best way: If other cars/trucks are present, ask for help from them .They might tug your car out of the mud/sand/ice/snow.
- Put the transmission into four-wheel drive and active the differential locks (if equipped).
- Shift into the lowest gear available (if wheels spin try a higher gear ie 2nd gear).
- If the car won’t get out in one direction, drive back and forward alternately.
- Turn the steering wheel slightly and try driving in a different direction.
- Clear the soft silt or sand under the driving wheel to gain traction.
- Reduce the air pressure of the slipping wheel(s) & use less acceleration
- Place wood, pebbles or a piece of old carpet in front of the slipping wheel(s) (if driving forward) or behind the slipping wheel(s) (if driving reverse)
- Be prepared to steer and brake after you get your car out.
- Switch off momentarily the ESP/ESC system (Always consult your vehicle handbook)