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If the water isn't too deep, then drive through
it slowly.
At fast speeds, water splashes
on your ignition system
and your vehicle can stall. Stalling can
d s o
occur if you
tailpipe is under water,
y o ~ l * I I
never be able to start your
engine. When you go through water. remember that
when your brakes get wet.
it nay
take you longer
t o
stop.
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w t
your tailpipe under water. And. as long
as
your
Driving through rushing water can be dangerous.
Deep water can sweep your vehicle downstream
and you and your passengers could drown. If it's
only shallow water, it can still wash away the
ground from under your tires, and you could lose
traction and roll the vehicle over. Don't drive
through rushing water.
After Off-Road Driving
Relmove any brush or debris that has collected on the
underbody. chassis or 11nder the hood. These
accumulations
CUI
be a fire hazard.
After operation i n mud or sand. have the brake linings
cleaned and checked. These substances can
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glazing and 1111even braking. Check the body structure.
steering. suspension. wheels, tires and exlxwst system
for damage. Also. check the fuel lines and cooling
system for any leakage.
Your vehicle will require more frequent service due
t o
off-road use. Refer
t o
the Maintenance Schedule for
additional information.
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