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 be no higher than the lower edge of
the vehicle body →
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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.
● Dry the brakes and clean off any coating of ice and salt with a few cautious applications of the brake. Do not
endanger any other road users or go against legal requirements when 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 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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