Driving Through Deep Standing Water; Driving Through Flowing Water; Some Other Rainy Weather Tips- Page 178

Driving Through Deep Standing Water

Notice: If you drive too quickly through deep
puddles or standing water, water can come in
through your engine’s air intake and badly damage
your engine. Never drive through water that is
slightly lower than the underbody of your vehicle.
If you can’t avoid deep puddles or standing
water, drive through them very slowly.

Driving Through Flowing Water

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CAUTION:

Flowing or rushing water creates strong forces.
If you try to drive through flowing water, as you
might at a low water crossing, your vehicle can
be carried away.

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As little as six inches of flowing water can carry
away asmaller vehicle. If this happens, you and
other vehicle occupants could drown. Don’t
ignore police warning signs, and otherwise be
very cautious about trying to drive through
flowing water.

Some Other Rainy Weather Tips

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Besides slowing down, allow some extra following
distance. And be especially careful when you
pass another vehicle. Allow yourself more clear
room ahead, and be prepared to have your
view restricted by road spray.

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Have good tires with proper tread depth. See

Tires

on page 5-57.

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