If
the water isn’t
too
deep, then drive through
it
slowly.
At
fast speeds, water splashes on your ignition system
and
your vehicle can
stall.
Stalling can also occur
if
you
c,
get yo~~r tailpipe under water. And,
as
long
as
your
tailpipe
is
under water, you’ll never be able
to
start your
engine. When you
go
through water, remember that
when your brakes get wet,
it
may take you longer
to
stop.
I
Driving through rushing water can be dangerous.
Deep water can sweep your vehicle downstream
and you and your passengers could drown.
If
it’s
only shallow water, it can still wash away the
ground from under your tires, and you could lose
traction and roll the vehicle over. Don’t drive
through rushing water.
See “Driving Through Water”
in
the Index for more
information on driving through water.
After Off-Road Driving
Remove any brush or debris that has collected on the
underbody, chassis
or
under the hood. These
accumulations can be a fire hazard.
After operation
in
mud or sand, have the brake linings
cleaned and checked. These substances can cause
glazing and uneven braking. Check the body structure,
steering, suspension, wheels, tires and exhaust system
,for
damage. Also, check the fuel lines and cooling
system
for
any leakage.
Your vehicle
will
require more frequent service due
to
off-road use. Refer
to
the Maintenance Schedule for
additional information.
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