Driving Through Water - Volvo 2016 XC60 Owner's Manual

Driving through water

The vehicle should be driven with extreme
caution if it is necessary to drive through
standing water.
The vehicle can be driven through water up to
a depth of approximately 13 in. (35 cm) at
walking speed to help prevent water from
entering the differential and the transmission.
Water reduces the oil's lubricating capacity
and may shorten the service life of these
components.
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Take particular care when driving through
flowing water.
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Clean the electrical connections for trailer
wiring after driving in mud or water.
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When driving through water, maintain low
speed and do not stop in the water.
WARNING
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Avoid driving through standing or
rushing water. Doing so can be dan-
gerous and it may also be difficult to
determine the actual depth of the
water.
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If water cannot be avoided, after driv-
ing through the water, press lightly on
the brake pedal to ensure that the
brakes are functioning normally. Water
or mud can make the brake linings
slippery, resulting in delayed braking
effect.
I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :
08 Starting and driving
CAUTION
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Engine damage will occur if water is
drawn into the air cleaner.
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If the vehicle is driven through water
deeper than approximately 13 in.
(35 cm), water may enter the differen-
tial and the transmission. This reduces
the oil's lubricating capacity and may
shorten the service life of these com-
ponents.
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Damage to any components, the
engine, transmission, turbo-charger,
differential or its internal components
caused by flooding, vapor lock or
insufficient oil is not covered under
warranty.
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Do not allow the vehicle to stand in
water up to the door sills longer than
absolutely necessary. This could result
in electrical malfunctions.
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If the engine has been stopped while
the vehicle is in water, do not attempt
to restart it. Have the vehicle towed
out of the water.
Related information
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Towing the vehicle (p. 285)
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Towing by tow truck (p. 286)
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