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acceptable. However, do not keep driving there for a long time.
If you drive your vehicle in very high altitude for long time, the
engine could be damaged. The engine power, climbing ability
and emission are subject to the altitude.
4.10.4 Going Through Water
• If water gets into the electric system or engine, it might cause
irreparable damage to your vehicle. Please refrain from
underwater driving
• If going through water is unavoidable, choose a shallow spot
where the exhaust outlet wouldn’t get submerged in water and
proceed slowly at a steady speed
• Before going through water, get out of your vehicle and check
the bottom of the river. Do not go through water if the bottom is
sandy or covered with big rocks
• If several vehicles are going through water together, the first
vehicle might burrow into the bottom, so be careful and cross in
a different place if possible
Important things to remember when going through water
• If the engine stops while you are going through water, do not try
to restart. Get your vehicle towed
• Be particularly careful not to allow water to enter into the engine
through the air cleaner
• Never change gears while going through water
If water gets into the brake system, the effectiveness of the
brakes decreases. After going through water, move slowly and
gently applying the brakes several times so that frictional heat
dries the brake pads and discs. Check if the brakes work
properly before continuing driving
Checking your vehicle after going through water
• Check the front, rear, right and left sides, transmission, axle
hubs, propeller shaft, oil and fluid levels, and underbody; if you
discover problems, get your vehicle checked immediately
• Check all lamps and other electrical devices. If necessary,
replace damaged components and get your vehicle checked
• Check for damages to the vehicle body and underbody; if you
discover problems, get your vehicle checked immediately
• If the vehicle body is very dirty, wash your car to protect it
STARTING THE ENGINE AND DRIVING THE VEHICLE
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