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DRIVING YOUR VEHICLE
This may also damage brake system components. Wet
brakes cannot stop the vehicle as effectively as dry
brakes. Drying can be improved by driving the vehicle
slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal.
• When driving through water, traction or brake capabil-
ity may be limited. Always perform a maintenance
inspection after each day of off-road driving that has
taken you through water.
Flowing Water
If the water is swift flowing and rising (as in storm run-off)
avoid crossing until the water level recedes and/or the flow
rate is reduced.
The flowing water can erode the streambed causing your
vehicle to sink into deeper water.
Determine the exit point(s) that are downstream of your
entry point to compensate for drifting.
After Driving Off-road or through Water
Off-road operation puts more stress on your vehicle than does
most on-road driving. Always perform a maintenance
inspection after each day of off-road driving that has taken
you through rough terrain, sand, mud, or water.
• After going off-road, it is always a good idea to check
for damage. Completely inspect the underbody of the
vehicle for any damages.
• Check for accumulations of plants or bushes. These
could be a fire hazard. They might also hide damage to
fuel lines, brake tubes/hoses, etc.
• Inspect all the tubes/hoses and check for any fluid leak-
ages.
• Get heat exchangers (radiator and condenser) cleaned.
• Check threaded fasteners for looseness, particularly on
the chassis, drive train components, steering, suspen-
sion and brakes. Retighten them, if required, and
torque to the values specified in the ‘Repair Manual’.
WARNING
!
Abrasive material in any part of the brakes may cause
excessive wear or unpredictable braking. You might
not have full braking power when needed leading to
accidents. If you have been operating the vehicle in
off-road conditions, get the brakes checked and
cleaned as necessary.
• If any unusual vibration is experienced, check the
wheels for impacted material. Impacted material can
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