Driving through water on roads
Please follow these rules to help prevent damage to your vehicle when driving through water, for example if the road
is flooded:
—Check the depth of the water before driving through it. The water level must beno higher than the lower edge of
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—Do not drive faster than walking speed.
—Never stop the vehicle, reverse or switch off the engine while in water.
—Oncoming vehicles will create waves that could increase the water level for your vehicle to such an extent that it is
not safe to drive through the water.
—Always deactivate the start/stop system manually when driving through water.
WARNING
After driving through water, mud, slush etc., the brakes may react slowly and the braking distance will be increased
as the brake discs and pads will be wet, or possibly iced up in winter.
● You can “dry and de-ice” the brakes by performing careful braking manoeuvres. Make sure that you do not
endanger any other road users or violate any legal requirements while doing this.
● Avoid abrupt and sudden braking manoeuvres directly after driving through water.
NOTICE
● If you drive through water, parts of the vehicle, such as the engine, gearbox, running gear and vehicle electrics,
could sustain severe damage.
● Never drive through salt water as salt can cause corrosion. Rinse all components that have been exposed to salt
water immediately with fresh water.
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