Caution – GMC 2007 Envoy User Manual

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If the water is not too deep, drive slowly through it.
At faster speeds, water splashes on the ignition
system and your vehicle can stall. Stalling can also
occur if you get the tailpipe under water. And,
as long as the tailpipe is under water, you will
never be able to start the engine. When you go
through water, remember that when the brakes get
wet, it may take you longer to stop.

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CAUTION:

Driving through rushing water can be
dangerous. Deep water can sweep your
vehicle downstream and you and your
passengers could drown. If it is only
shallow water, it can still wash away the
ground from under your tires, and you
could lose traction and roll the vehicle
over. Do not drive through rushing water.

See Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads on page 335
for more information on driving through water.

After Off-Road Driving

Remove any brush or debris that has collected on
the underbody, chassis, or under the hood.
These accumulations can be a fire hazard.

After operation in mud or sand, have the brake
linings cleaned and checked. These substances
can cause glazing and uneven braking. Check the
body structure, steering, suspension, wheels, tires,
and exhaust system for damage. Also, check the
fuel lines and cooling system for any leakage.

Your vehicle will require more frequent service
due to off-road use. Refer to the Maintenance
Schedule for additional information.

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