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If you have an automatic transaxle and your vehicle gets stuck
(for example, in mud or snow), you may try to "rock" it out of
the spot. Shift, in a steady rhythm, between forward and reverse
gears. While in each gear, press lightly on the accelerator and
release.
Do not spin the wheels at over 35 mph (55 km/h). The
tires may fail and injure a passenger or bystander.
By moving the vehicle backward and forward, you may gain
enough momentum to move out of the spot. Do not rock the
vehicle for more than a few minutes. This may overheat the
engine, damage the transaxle, or damage the tires. If you are
still stuck after a minute or two of rocking, call for a tow truck.
High water
Do not drive through flooded areas unless you are sure that the
water is below the bottom of the wheel rims.
If you must drive through high water, drive slowly. You may
have limited traction or wet brakes, so allow extra stopping
distance because your vehicle will not stop as quickly as usual.
After you drive through the standing water, apply your brakes
gently several times as your vehicle moves slowly. This helps to
dry the brakes.
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