Power Steering - Chrysler Journey User Manual

Shallow Standing Water
Although your vehicle is capable of driving
through shallow standing water, consider the
following Caution and Warning before doing so.
CAUTION!
• Always check the depth of the standing
water before driving through it. Never drive
through standing water that is deeper than
the bottom of the tire rims mounted on the
vehicle.
• Determine the condition of the road or the
path that is under water, and if there are
any obstacles in the way, before driving
through the standing water.
• Do not exceed 5 mph (8 km/h) when driving
through standing water. This will minimize
wave effects.
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CAUTION!
• Driving through standing water may cause
damage to your vehicle's drivetrain compo-
nents. Always inspect your vehicle's fluids
(i.e., engine oil, transmission, axle, etc.) for
signs of contamination (i.e., fluid that is
milky or foamy in appearance) after driving
through standing water. Do not continue to
operate the vehicle if any fluid appears
contaminated, as this may result in further
damage. Such damage is not covered by
the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
• Getting water inside your vehicle's engine
can cause it to lock up and stall out, and
cause serious internal damage to the en-
gine. Such damage is not covered by the
New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
WARNING!
• Driving through standing water limits your
vehicle's traction capabilities. Do not ex-
ceed 5 mph (8 km/h) when driving through
standing water.
• Driving through standing water limits your
vehicle's braking capabilities, which in-
creases stopping distances. Therefore, af-
ter driving through standing water, drive
slowly and lightly press on the brake pedal
several times to dry the brakes.
• Getting water inside your vehicle's engine
can cause it to lock up and stall out, and
leave you stranded.
• Failure to follow these warnings may result
in injuries that are serious or fatal to you,
your passengers, and others around you.

POWER STEERING

The standard power steering system will give
you good vehicle response and increased ease
of maneuverability in tight spaces. The system
will provide mechanical steering capability if
power assist is lost.