Driving Through Water Limitations - Ford SUPER DUTY 2024 Owner's Manual

• Always attempt to climb a steep hill
along the fall line of the slope and not
diagonally.
• If the vehicle is unable to make it up
the hill, DO NOT attempt to turn back
down the slope. Place the vehicle in
low range and slowly back down in
reverse.
• When descending a steep slope, select
low gear and engage hill descent
control. Use the accelerator and brake
pedals to control your descent speed.
Note: Hill descent control is functional in
reverse and should be used in this situation.
Note: Avoid turning on steep slopes or hills.
You could lose traction, slip sideways or a
possible vehicle roll over.
Driving Over Rocks and Gravel
Never attempt to straddle a rock that is
large enough to strike your axles or
undercarriage. Leave a generous gap
between your vehicle and other vehicles
to minimize the risk of damage. Avoid dust
clouds as they reduce visibility.
DRIVING THROUGH WATER
LIMITATIONS
WARNING: Do not attempt to
cross a deep, fast flowing body of water.
Failure to follow this instruction could
result in the loss of control of your
vehicle, personal injury or death.
Determine the depth and speed of the
current before attempting a water crossing.
As the water depth increases, reduce your
vehicle speed to avoid potential vehicle
damage.
2024 Super Duty (TFH) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, Edition date: 202307, DOM
Off-Road Driving
The key to a safe crossing is the water
depth, current and bottom of the water's
condition. On soft bottoms, the vehicle
sinks in, effectively increasing the water
level on the vehicle. Make sure to consider
this when determining the depth of water.
Be aware that obstacles and debris may
be beneath the water's surface.
Note: Cross flowing water at an angle
heading slightly upstream.
Note: Tread lightly and avoid damage to
the environment.
Drive slowly when crossing water. Start
very slowly when entering, then build
momentum. Proceed with a constant slow
speed lightly pressing on the accelerator.
Ease off the accelerator as you reach the
other side to diminish the front wave. Apply
the accelerator slowly and as necessary
to climb out of the other side
Note: Do not try to accelerate through the
water crossing.
When driving too fast in water or through
deep water, the engine, transmission,
transfer case, axles, electrical components
or vehicle interior could ingest water.
Muddy waters can reduce the cooling
system effectiveness by depositing debris
into the radiator. The vehicle warranty does
not cover water damage. See below for
your vehicle's capabilities.
Vehicles without
Tremor or XL Off-
Road Packages
Tremor Package
1
Bottom of the doors.
410
Model Maximum Wading
22 in (560 mm)
XL Off-Road 30 in (762 mm)
Package
33 in (838 mm)
Capability
1