Think back to when you've ridden a multi-speed bicycle. When you used the lower gears, you couldn't go as fast, but it was easier to pedal and to climb hills. True, you might be able tackle a small hill, in tenth gear, if you have the strength. But, doing that on a regular basis will probably cause stress, and possibly long-term damage to your knees.
So, think of the low-range gears in your transfer case as serving a purpose similar to that of the low gears on a bicycle. They enable the engine to produce a lot of power at low speed. Sure, you can blast up many hills in high-range, but that can place a lot of stress on the engine and drive-train. Doing this repeatedly can result in the failure of major components.
So, after carefully reading your vehicles owners manual and learning how to operate your four-wheel drive system (after all, I cannot take any responsibility for damage to anyone's vehicle, nor for any injuries caused), take care to drive slowly and cautiously on the trail.
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