Volkswagen Golf Owners Manual: Driving through water on roads
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and safety warnings
Please follow these rules to help prevent damage to your vehicle when driving through water, for example if the road is flooded:
- Check the depth of the water before driving through it. The water level must be no higher than the lower edge of the vehicle body .
- Do not drive faster than walking speed.
- Never stop the vehicle, reverse or switch off the engine while in water.
- Oncoming vehicles will create waves that could increase the water level for your vehicle to such an extent that it is not safe to drive through the water.
- Always deactivate the start/stop system when driving through water .
WARNING
- You can dry and de-ice the brakes by performing careful braking manoeuvres. Ensure that you do not endanger any other road users or violate any legal regulations when doing so.
- Avoid abrupt and sudden braking manoeuvres directly after driving through water.
NOTICE
- If you drive through water, parts of the vehicle, such as the engine, drive train, running gear and vehicle electrics, can sustain severe damage.
- Never drive through salt water as salt can cause corrosion. Rinse all components that have been exposed to salt water immediately with fresh water.
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