Driving Through Water - Ford Ranger Owner's Manual

DRIVING THROUGH WATER

Driving through water
WARNING
Never cross fast-flowing deep
streams, as your vehicle could be
swept away.
CAUTIONS
Drive through water in an emergency
only, and not as part of normal driving.
Engine damage can occur if water
enters the air filter.
Always try to determine the depth of
a crossing before driving the vehicle
through.
In an emergency, the vehicle can be driven
through water to a maximum depth as
shown and at a maximum speed of 7 km/h
(4 mph). Extra caution should be exercised
when driving through flowing water.
4X2
X 600 mm (23.6 inches)
Ranger (TKE) Vehicles Built From: 03-12-2012, Vehicles Built Up To: 31-12-2013
Driving Hints
4x2 (vehicles with increased ride
height) and 4x4
Y
When driving in water, engage first gear
and low range (if available), maintain a
steady walking pace speed keeping the
bow wave in front of the vehicle and do
not stop. After driving through water, and
as soon as it is safe to do so:
• Depress the brake pedal lightly and
check that full brake function is
achieved.
• Check that the horn works.
• Check that the vehicle's lights are fully
operational.
• Check the power assistance of the
steering system.
127
800 mm (31.5 inches)