JEEP 101- I HAD A ROLLOVER..NOW WHAT?

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JEEP 101- I HAD A ROLLOVER..NOW WHAT?

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The following is a condensed version of full article from:
http://www.jpmagazine.com/techarticles/ ... index.html
Thanks to JP Magazine and author Christian Hazel for a very informative article.

Rollovers are a double-edged sword ,thrilling and chilling
Let’s assess the damage, right the vehicle, and hopefully get it home.


Before You Roll
•good rollcage
•everything secured, no loose objects
•fire extinguisher
•make sure your factory rollover check valve in the fuel tank is functional

During the Roll
•try to keep your calm.If you're the driver
•If you're the passenger, think back to where your safe hand-hold was and grab on tight.
•If there's broken and flying glass, just shut your eyes and try to go with the Jeep

As Soon As You Stop
•make sure the ignition switch is turned off.
•driver should make sure everyone is OK as he/she quickly assesses the situation. Jeep oriented? imminent dangers? open wounds?, or unconscious passengers?
•driver - Jeep's transmission and T-case are in gear, emergency brake is set.
•Grab the fire extinguisher before exiting.
•If you're upside down - brace before unfastening.
•injuries?- grab the first-aid kit

Getting Out
•Jeep is on its side? closest to the top should get out first
•Doors won't open? Jeep has a soft top? unzip side window and crawl out
•Jeep feels like tipping over? wait for your trailcompanions to secure the vehicle

Getting Righted
•Don't be in a rush
•Check transmission and T-case are in gear and that the driveshafts and axleshafts aren't broken.
•Find a rock or log to chock the tires before and after it is righted
•Visualize how strap placement will affect how the vehicle will move.
•Move debris or belongings out of the way and bystanders are clear and the winch and straps are secure before tugging.

Assessing the Damage
•Look for all signs of damage.
•Pop the hood check battery, oil, power steering and brake fluids
•Ensure there's no damage- cooling system. need to solder?, add eggs, stop leak?
•Bump key quickly a few times, engine spins freely? Resistance?- don't turn the key could hydro-lock the engine (
•Remove spark plugs, spin the engine to eject any oil from the cylinders.
•Reinstall the plugs and start the engine. Burn off cylinder oil.
•Don't drive yet. Inspect undercarriage, steering , drag link, tie rod, ball joints, sector shaft, steering-box mounts, driveshafts, U-joints and U-bolts/straps. axlehousings bent? tires unseated?
•Pick up all the glass, oil, and other debris and load it up. You put it there. You take it with you.

Getting It Home
•Let the Jeep run off-road until the engine smoking is down.
•Sweep up any and all glass in the Jeep.
•windshield damaged or knocked out completely? buy a sheet of Lexan or plastic
•Drive slowly. Wobbles, pulls, or jerking?. pull over and investigate. You may tow truck.
•Make sure any body damage isn't going to cause an accident.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dd5gaxXwALI
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tCPUnMz_gU8
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d-taJ_Mb_NA
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2fsJ62_RHTM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rwmNmQP-KL4
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lQJh-38-dfM
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