FORD 2000 Focus - Manual (Page 156)

Driving
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DRIVING THROUGH WATER
Do notdrive quickly through
standing water, especially if the
depth is unknown. Traction or
brake capability may be limited and
if the ignition system gets wet, your
engine may stall. Water may also
enter your engine's air intake and
severely damage your engine.
If driving through deep or standing
water is unavoidable, proceed very
slowly. Never drive through water
that is higher than the bottom of
the hubs.
Once through the water, always try
the brakes. Wetbrakes do notstop
the vehicle as effectively as dry
brakes. Drying can be improved by
moving your vehicle slowly while
applying lightpressure on the
brake pedal.
Driving through deep water
where the transaxle is
submerged may allow water
into the transaxle and cause
internal transaxle damage.