Driving through water, 248 driving hints – FORD 2014 Expedition v.2 User Manual

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• Add particular accessories to your vehicle (e.g.; bug deflectors,

rollbars or light bars, running boards, ski racks).

• Drive with the wheels out of alignment.

DRIVING THROUGH WATER

Note:Driving through deep water may allow water into the transmission
and engine causing internal damage. If you drove through deep water,
check the transmission and engine fluid. If water is found, see your
authorized dealer immediately for fluid replacement.

Do not drive 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 (for trucks) or the bottom
of the wheel rims (for cars).

Once through the water, always try the brakes. Wet brakes do not stop
the vehicle as effectively as dry brakes. Drying can be improved by
moving your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake
pedal.

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Driving Hints

2014 Expedition (exd)
Owners Guide gf, 2nd Printing, November 2013
USA
(fus)

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