Hillco CS9030 User manual

D-190710CMA01B
Operator’s Manual
Model CS9030
Sidehill Leveling System
SN CS9030-23001 thru CS9030-23999
D-190710CMA01B
Sept., 2022
Hillco Technologies, Inc. 1010 1st Ave. Nezperce, Idaho
Phone: [phone]
www.hillcotechnologies.com
WARNING
Read and understand
operator’s manual prior to
operating this equipment.
Failure to follow operation
instructions could result in
personal injury or damage to
the equipment.

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Contents
Model and Serial Number ................................................................................................................... 1
Maximum Header Weights.................................................................................................................. 1
Warranty Policy ................................................................................................................................... 2
Introduction.......................................................................................................................................... 3
Safety.................................................................................................................................................... 4
Safety Labels ....................................................................................................................................... 7
Level Limit Stops.................................................................................................................................12
Mechanical Adjustments................................................................................................................... 13
Tread Width.................................................................................................................... 13
Feeder Adjustment for Tire Size..................................................................................... 13
Feeder Drum Adjustment............................................................................................... 14
Feeder Chain Adjustment.............................................................................................. 15
Header and Combine Connection................................................................................. 15
Rear Axle Weighting....................................................................................................... 15
Operation, Setup, and Maintenance ................................................................................................ 16
Leveling System Controls .............................................................................................. 16
Maximum Level.............................................................................................................. 17
Header Trim Controls..................................................................................................... 17
4wd Alarm ...................................................................................................................... 18
Operator Adjustments .................................................................................................... 19
Manual Leveling Speed Adjustment............................................................................... 20
Monitor Brightness Adjustment ...................................................................................... 20
Smart Unload ................................................................................................................. 21
Calibration ......................................................................................................................21
Diagnostics .................................................................................................................... 28
Level Limit Stops ........................................................................................................... 33
Operator’s Platform........................................................................................................ 33
Folding Ladder............................................................................................................... 34
Leveling Safety Stops .................................................................................................... 34
General Shielding .......................................................................................................... 35
Hydraulic Settings/Hoses............................................................................................... 35
Grease Locations........................................................................................................... 36
Header and Combine Connection.................................................................................. 36
Fasteners....................................................................................................................... 38
Metric Torque Chart........................................................................................................................... 39
Standard Torque Chart...................................................................................................................... 40
Tire Ination....................................................................................................................................... 41
Schematics......................................................................................................................................... 42
Notes................................................................................................................................................... 48

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Maximum Header Weights
Write the serial number and the model number of the leveling system and combine on the lines provided. It is
important to reference these numbers when ordering parts or requesting technical support. We suggest that
you give the leveling system serial number to your Case IH dealer to be kept with their combine serial number
records.
Leveling System Model Number CS9030
Leveling System Serial Number CS9030-
Combine Model Number
Combine Serial Number
CS9030 8510 lbs
Hillco does not guarantee any non Case-IH header applications and will not be responsible for any damage
occurring from improper header congurations.
Please call Hillco Technologies if you have any questions regarding the CS9030 or any other header conguration.
Model and Serial Number
Serial Number Tag
Direction of Travel

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Warranty Policy
Hillco warrants its Class I products to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of
twelve (12) consecutive months following the warranty start date.
The warranty start date for Hillco Class I products is the date of the invoice, or the first date of use,
whichever is earliest. Once the warranty period has begun, it cannot be stopped.
Hillco warrants genuine Hillco replacement parts and components to be free from defects in material and
workmanship for a period of ninety (90) consecutive days following the Hillco invoice date, or the remainder of the
original equipment warranty period, whichever is longer.
Hillco’s obligation under this product and parts warranty shall be limited to repairing or replacing, free of
charge to the original purchaser, any part(s) that, in Hillco’s judgment, shows evidence of such defect. Hillco
additionally agrees to repair any physical damage to the product to which the Hillco product is directly attached
provided that the damage is directly attributable to a defect in the design or manufacture of the Hillco product, as
determined by Hillco, and that the damage occurs during the effective warranty period of the Hillco product.
Limitations to Warranty
This warranty does not cover:
1) Any product damaged by accident, abuse, misuse, negligence, or improper maintenance.
2) Any unauthorized product alteration or modification.
3) Any unauthorized repairs made with parts other than genuine Hillco parts unless specifically authorized by Hillco.
4) Any repairs performed by anyone other than Hillco or an authorized Hillco dealer unless specifically authorized
by Hillco.
5) Any claims directly resulting from improper installation, except those installations performed by Hillco.
Warranty Procedure
No warranty claims will be accepted without a completed Dealer PDI on file at Hillco.
For warranty submission instructions please email warr[email protected] and request a
Warranty Claim Form. Complete the Warranty claim form and submit the claim, via email to
[e-mail] withing thirty (30) days of the occurrence of the failure and within the warranty
period.
All warranty work must be performed, and claims submitted, within thirty (30) days of the occurrence of the
claim and within the warranty period.
All parts removed during warranty repair should be held for a period of sixty (60) days after the warranty
claim has been submitted to Hillco.
Hillco reserves the right to either inspect the product at the original retail purchaser's location, or the
authorized Hillco’s dealer's location; or require it to be returned to Hillco, transportation charges prepaid, for
inspection.
For additional details on Hillco’s Warranty Program refer to Hillco’s current “Warranty Policy Guide”.
Limitation of Liability
Hillco makes no express warranties other than those, which are specifically described herein. Any description of the
goods sold hereunder, including any reference to buyer's specifications and any descriptions in circulars and other media
published by Hillco is for the sole purpose of identifying such goods and shall not create an express warranty that the goods
shall conform to such description.
THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. There are no
implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. This warranty states Hillco's entire and exclusive liability
and buyer's exclusive remedy for any claim for damages in connection with the sale or furnishing of Hillco products, their design,
suitability for use, installation, operation, or for any claimed defects herein. HILLCO WILL IN NO EVENT BE LIABLE FOR ANY
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES WHATSOEVER, NOR FOR ANY SUM IN EXCESS OF THE PRICE
RECEIVED FOR THE GOODS FOR WHICH LIABILITY IS CLAIMED.
Neither representative of Hillco nor any dealer associated with Hillco has the authority to change the items of this
warranty in any manner whatsoever, and no assistance to purchaser by Hillco in the repair or operation of any Hillco product
shall constitute a waiver of the conditions of this warranty, nor shall such assistance extend or revive it.
Hillco reserves the right to make improvements in design or changes in specifications at any time, without incurring any
obligation to owners of units previously sold.
Statement of Limited Warranty
D-220525ADB01
Class I Warranty
Attached / Integrated Equipment, Parts, & Labor

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Introduction
Thank you for choosing the Hillco CS9030 Leveling System to compliment your farming operation.
This product has been designed and manufactured to meet the needs of a discriminating buyer for
increasing the performance of a combine.
Safe, e󰀩cient and trouble free use of your Hillco CS9030 Leveling System requires that you and
anyone else who will be operating or maintaining the leveling system, read and understand the safety,
operation, and maintenance information contained in the Operator’s Manual.
If extra copies of the operator’s manual are needed, contact Hillco at [phone] and ask for the
document number found on the front cover page.
Hillco Model CS9030 Sidehill Leveling System
This manual covers the Hillco Model CS9030 (for the Case IH 7250, 8250, or 9250 combines) Leveling
System. Use the Table of Contents as a guide when searching for specic information.
Keep this manual handy for frequent reference and to pass on to new operators or owners. Call your
Hillco dealer or Hillco if you need assistance or information at [phone].
OPERATOR ORIENTATION – The directions left, right, front, and rear, as mentioned throughout this
manual, are as seen from the combine operator’s seat and facing in the direction of forward travel.

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SIGNAL WORDS
Note the use of the signal words DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION with the safety messages. The
appropriate signal word for each message has been selected using the following guidelines:
DANGER - An immediate and specic hazard, which WILL result in
severe personal injury or death if the proper precautions are not taken.
WARNING - A specic hazard or unsafe practice, which COULD result in
severe personal injury or death if proper precautions are not taken.
CAUTION - Unsafe practices which COULD result in personal injury if
proper practices are not taken, or as a reminder of good safety practices.
NOTICE - is used to address practices not related to physical injury.
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL
Safety
This Safety Alert symbol means
ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
The Safety Alert symbol identies important safety messages on the Hillco Leveling System and in
the manual. When you see this symbol, be alert to the possibility of personal injury or death.
Follow the instructions in the safety message.
DANGER
NOTICE
WARNING
CAUTION

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OPERATION SAFETY
1. Read and understand the Operator’s Manual and all safety labels before operating the leveling
system.
2. Make sure that all controls are in the manual position before starting the combine.
3. Clear the area of all bystanders, especially children, before starting the leveling system and during
operation.
4. Make sure all safety shields are in place before operating the combine. Never operate the
machine with the shields removed.
5. Keep hands, feet, hair and clothing away from all moving and/or rotating parts.
6. Stay seated in the cab during operation.
7. Operate controls only when sitting in the seat of the combine.
8. To avoid engine damage, do not run the machine for extended periods of time when it is in the
leveled over position.
9. Always travel at a safe speed. Use caution when making turns or traversing ditches.
10.The leveling system is equipped with a maximum level warning lamp. This lamp indicates when
the machine has reached its maximum leveling capability. There are restrictions as to tread width
and tire selection for combines used in harvesting slopes greater than the maximum leveling
capability of the leveling system.
11. The use of after-market grain tank extensions is prohibited from use on combines equipped with
the Model CS9030 leveling system.
12.Level Limit Stops should be used on combines that rely on the limit switches to stop the leveling
prematurely to prevent sheet metal damage
HYDRAULIC SAFETY
1. Do not search for high-pressure hydraulic leaks without hand and
face protection. A tiny, almost invisible leak can penetrate skin,
thereby requiring immediate medical attention.
2. Use cardboard or wood to detect leaks – never your hands!
3. Before inspecting the hydraulic system of the leveling system, install
the safety stops.
4. Before operating the leveling system, ensure that there are no
obstructions between the chassis and the carriage.
5. Maintain proper hydraulic uid levels.
6. Ensure all ttings and hoses are in good repair.
7. Do not make any repairs to the leveling system hydraulic system
including: valves, hydraulic hoses, adapters, pumps, manifolds, or
reservoirs without rst contacting your authorized Hillco dealer.

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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE SAFETY
1. Review the Operator’s Manual and all safety items before servicing or maintaining the leveling
system.
2. Place the Auto/O󰀨/Manual leveling switch in the “O󰀨” position, stop the combine engine, wait for
any moving parts to stop, block the tires, the header, and the cylinder areas before servicing,
repairing, adjusting, or maintaining the leveling system.
3. Hydraulic oil is under pressure. Use caution when dealing with the hydraulic system.
4. Keep hands, feet clothing and hair away from all moving and/or rotating parts.
5. Clear the area of bystanders, especially children, when carrying out any maintenance, repairs or
making any adjustments.
HIGHWAY OPERATION AND TRANSPORT SAFETY
1. Check with local authorities regarding combine transport on public roads. Obey all applicable
regulations and laws.
2. Check clearance elevations and widths of combine for travel near power lines, bridges, trees, etc.
3. Make sure the Auto/O󰀨/Manual leveling toggle switch is in the “O󰀨” position for all transport and
highway travel situations.
4. Always travel at a safe speed. Use caution when making corners or meeting tra󰀩c.

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Familiarize yourself with the location of all safety labels. Read them carefully to understand the safe
operation of your machine.
Safety Labels
READ OPERATOR’S MANUAL SYMBOL
Decals, which display the ―Read Operator’s Manual
symbol, are intended to direct the operator to the
Operator’s Manual for further information regarding
maintenance, adjustments and/or procedures for
particular areas of the leveling system. When a decal
displays this symbol refer to the Operator’s Manual for
further instructions.
TO APPLY NEW OR REPLACEMENT LABELS
1. Make sure the label area is smooth by removing any debris such as dirt or old labels.
2. Wash the area with soap and water and then dry it thoroughly.
3. After the area has completely dried, peal the backing o󰀨 the safety label and place it onto the cleaned area.
4. Make sure all areas of the label have adhered to the machine by pressing down on the entire face of the
label, including the corners.

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CAUTION
This machine is equipped with a Leveling System.
Make sure the Auto/Manual leveling control switch
is in the manual position before starting machine.
Read operator’s manual before operating this
machine. LL20-100782
DANGER
PINCH POINT HAZARD
Keep hands, feet and body away from
moving parts.
Do not stand or climb on machine
when operating.
Hazard occurs during leveling and
header trim.
LL20-100784

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CAUTION
MOVING STEP HAZARD
Bottom step lowers and retracts upward.
Use caution when using ladder.
LL20-100785
DANGER
CRUSHING HAZARD
To prevent serious injury or death:
Keep all persons and objects clear
while any part of this machine is in
motion.
LL20-100783
CAUTION
LEVELING SYSTEM HAZARD
This machine is equipped with a leveling
system.
Combine chassis moves independent of
carriage.
Read operator’s manual and be aware
of hazardous areas at all times.
LL20-100787

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DANGER
HYDRAULIC HAZARD
Loss of hydraulic pressure may cause
combine to tip.
Read operator’s manual before
disconnecting any hydraulic
components.
LL20-100788
NOTICE
LL-141012
When opening rock trap, the feeder house
must be in up position with header lock
engaged.
Do not leave rock trap open when lowering
feeder house or severe damage will occur.

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DANGER
AVOID CRUSHING INJURY
Install safety stops on the
main leveling cylinders
before performing repair or
maintenance on the leveling
system to prevent accidental
tipping of combine chassis.
LL-143621
WARNING
CRUSHING HAZARD
Electric components control combine
leveling and header trim.
Make sure machine is off and header
lock is down before making any
adjustments to the electrical system.
LL20-100786
DANGER
HYDRAULIC HAZARD
Loss of hydraulic pressure may cause
combine to tip.
Read operator’s manual before
disconnecting any hydraulic
components.
LL20-100788

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On the Model CS9030 Leveling System a Level Limiting
Spacer Kit can be clamped on the main leveling cylinders
to mechanically stop leveling if the carriage position
sensor were to fail. To determine how many spacers are
needed to create a mechanical stop follow these steps:
1. Park the combine on level ground and apply the
parking brake.
2. Raise the feeder spout and drop the header lift
cylinder safety stop.
3. Lean the combine to the left until either the
maximum leveling capabilities of the leveling system
are reached or there is approximately one inch of
clearance between the tires and any metal that may
interfere with them.
4. Shut o󰀨 the machine and measure the distance
between the packing gland on the rod end of the
cylinder and the ring that is welded to the rod end.
5. Write down this dimension and repeat the process
for the right side. (Both sides must be measured due
to the fact that the combine may level further one
direction than the other.)
6. The dimensions obtained will determine how many
spacers are needed. There is no additional charge
for the level limit stops (Call Hillco with dimensions
to order).
Level Limit Stops
Leveling Controller Function
Cylinder Stops
The Hillco Model CS9030 Leveling System is equipped with a proportional leveling system with manual control
and automatic with manual override control. The clinometer, located in the control box, monitors changes in
slope and corrects the position of the combine’s chassis using proportional leveling. The clinometer maintains
leveling accuracy to +/- 1/10th degrees by sending the leveling signal to the proportional leveling control valve on
the manifold. As the combine reaches higher degrees of being out of level, the clinometer sends more voltage to
the directional control valve’s coil and pulls the spool open further to allow oil to ow faster and speed up leveling.
As the combine gets closer to +/- 1/10th degrees out of level, less voltage is sent to the coil to slow leveling.
If Level Limit Stops are used be sure that
the max level position sensor is calibrated
to stop leveling before the level limit stops
make contact. Damage to the cylinders or
other leveling system components may
occur if the position sensor is not calibrated
correctly.
Notice

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Mechanical Adjustments
The CS9030 Leveling System is designed around a main undercarriage length of 3120mm (122-13/16”), which
is identical to the combine’s original axle tube length with 265mm (10-7/16”) axle extensions. The nal drives are
mounted directly to the undercarriage and axle extensions are not required.
Tread Width
Feeder Adjustment for Tire Size
Adjust the feeder adapter to obtain the proper header angle and cutter bar height as shown in the 7250, 8250,
and 9250 Operator’s Manual. The chart shown in those manuals will no longer be a correct guide to adjust the
feeder adapter due to the height increase created by the leveling system.
Notice
150681
Do Not use Eyebolt to Adjust
Header Angle or Threads will
Strip.
Refer to Combine Operator’s
Manual for Adjusting Header
Angle.

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Avoid Injury! Always do the following before lubricating, maintaining or servicing
the machine.
1. Disengage all drives.
2. Engage parking brake.
3. Lower all attachments to the ground, or raise and engage all safety locks.
4. Shut o󰀨 engine.
5. Remove key from key switch.
6. Switch o󰀨 battery key, if installed.
7. Wait for all machine movement to stop.
Failure to comply could result in death or serious injury.
B
A
C
B
B
A
The feeder front roller can be placed in three di󰀨erent
heights.
In the low position (shown) the stops located
inside the feeder are rotated to the short side
(A) closest to the bolts.
Mid position is achieved by rotating the stops
to either of the long sides (B).
Rotating to the short side (C) furthest from the
bolts sets the high position.
To rotate the stops, loosen nuts (A)
approximately one turn.
Rotate the carriage bolts (B) and stop to the
desired position on both sides of the feeder
house.
Torque the nuts to 200-220 Nm (147-162 lb ft).
Note: Raising the front drum using a suitable
prying device before rotation the bolts will
lessen the torque needed to rotate the bolt
and stop.
Position Crop
Low Grass Seeds
Mid Small grains, edible beans (depending on requirements)
High Corn and other larger grains, edible beans (depending on requirements)
Feeder Drum - Adjust Lower Stop

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Feeder Chain - Adjustment
Header and Combine Connection
Rear Axle Weighting
Refer to the 7250, 8250, and 9250 Operators Manual for instructions on connecting the header to the combine.
All headers require header kits to function properly on the Model CS9030 Leveling System. Contact your dealer
for additional information on these kits.
Proper rear axle weighting of a combine equipped with a CS9030 leveling system is critical to the performance
and safety of operation. Rear axle weighting increases the tip angle of the combine to improve down hill
maneuvers. The appropriate weighting is dependent on such items as feeder house length, header selection,
and tire selection. Consult your authorized Hillco Leveling System dealer for weighting information.
Weight can be added to the rear axle through:
1) Calcium Chloride in rear tires
Use caution when using individual turning brakes. Installation of a Hillco Leveling System transmits additional
weight to the rear axle of the combine. Excessive braking to turn can damage your combine chassis.
The responsibility for making the nal determination of appropriate
rear axle weighting lies with the operator.
Use of grain tank extensions other than those provided by the Combine
manufacturer is strictly forbidden. Use of such extensions voids both the
Hillco and Case IH NEW Equipment Warranties.
When rst operating the CS9030 leveling system in Sidehill conditions, begin operation on gradual slopes and
work up to more severe slopes only after you have determined that rear axle weighting is appropriate for downhill
maneuvers. The rst indication of insu󰀩cient rear axle weighting is sluggish or unresponsive steering while
traveling down hill. This e󰀨ect will worsen if the operator decelerates. Make sure rear axle weighting is su󰀩cient
for safe down hill maneuvers, under normal deceleration, in your most severe down hill conditions.
Rear Axle Toe In
If the rear tire and wheel size changed after the proper sized rear tires were installed the toe in should be
checked. Consult your combine’s operator’s manual on the correct toe in for your tire and wheel size.
Adjust the feeder chain tension as shown in the combine operator’s manual.
Feeder Chain - Link Removal
Refer to the combine operator’s manual for feeder chain 1/2 link removal.
Notice
Notice

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Home
Menu
MAN
ROAD
Slope: 1
Operation, Setup, and Maintenance
Leveling System Controls
The leveling controls on the Home Screen are shown below. The monitor and controls are located to the right
side of the Pro 700 monitor.
The Road/Field Mode (A) must be in the Field selection for leveling functions to work. If it is in the Road Mode then
the leveling functions are disabled. Pushing combine’s Road/Field button toggles the leveling system between
Road and Field.
AUTO: Pushing the Auto/Manual Leveling Button (B) once will toggle between Auto & Manual. When Auto is
showing on the display (C), this means automatic leveling operation is engaged. The automatic leveling controller
monitors changes in slope and corrects chassis position to maintain a level chassis position. The Manual Left/
Right Leveling Buttons (D, E) will override the automatic leveling controller while the switch is depressed. Upon
release of the switch, the leveling system will return to automatic leveling mode.
MANUAL: Push the Auto/Manual Leveling Button (B) once to enter the Manual Leveling mode (Manual will be
displayed). In Manual mode the Manual Left/Right leveling switches will level the combine left and right. When
the switch is released the combine chassis will maintain its current position.
A - Road/Field
B - Auto/Manual Switch
C - Auto/Manual Indicator
D - Manual Left
E - Manual Right
B
B
D
D
E
E
Leveling Controls: Located on the
right side of the Pro 700 monitor. These
switches allow for Auto/Manual control
(B) and Left/Right leveling (C, D).
Notice
Monitor defaults to Road Mode
each time system is powered
up. This is done to prevent any
accidental leveling. The Road/
Field mode is controlled by the
combine’s Road/Field switch.
A
C

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Maximum Level
Header Trim Controls
The leveling system is equipped with a maximum level warning indicator on the monitor. On the Main Control
Screen Max Level will be displayed. This indicates when the machine has reached its maximum leveling capability.
Hillside Leveling Systems reach maximum level at 27%. Sidehills reach maximum level at 18%.
The header trim switch is the four-position header
control switch mounted in the combine’s SR control
lever. It is used to raise and lower the header as well
as trim the header left and right.
TILT LEFT: Push the switch to the left to tilt the
header counterclockwise.
TILT RIGHT: Push the switch to the right to tilt the
header clockwise
Header Trim Switch
Home
Menu
Auto
MAX
Slope: 27

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When the 4WD Alarm Sounds and Warning is displayed
IMMEDIATELY DISENGAGE the Rear Wheel Assist or Control of
the Combine COULD be lost.
4WD Alarm
The 4WD Warning Alarm is located in the Leveling
System Control Monitor. It will sound an alarm, a warning
light will ash and 4WD Alarm will be displayed on the
monitor if the combine is traversing down a slope that is
greater than 20% and the 4WD is engaged. Disengage
the 4WD and the warning will be cleared. On downhill
slopes less than 20%, level ground or uphill slopes the
warning will not come up if 4WD is engaged.
See your combine’s Operator’s Manual to understand
how to operate the Rear Wheel Assist (RWA).
4WD Engage/Disengage
4WD Alarm will be displayed.
Home
Menu
Auto
Slope: 1
4WD Alarm
Disengage 4wd before
heading downhill.