2010 Jeep Commander Owner's Manual - Page 262
2010 Jeep Commander Manual
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262 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! When driving through water, do not exceed 5 mph (8 km/h). Always check water depth before entering, as a precaution, and check all fluids afterward. Driving through water may cause damage that may not be covered by the new vehicle limited warranty. and/or the flow rate is reduced. If you must cross flowing water avoid depths in excess of 9 in (23 cm). The flowing water can erode the streambed, causing your vehicle to sink into deeper water. Determine exit point(s) that are downstream of your entry point to allow for drifting. Standing Water Avoid driving in standing water deeper than 20 in Driving through water more than a few inches/ (51 cm), and reduce speed appropriately to minimize centimeters deep will require extra caution to ensure wave effects. Maximum speed in 20 in (51 cm) of water is safety and prevent damage to your vehicle. If you must less than 5 mph (8 km/h). drive through water, try to determine the depth and the bottom condition (and location of any obstacles) prior to Maintenance entering. Proceed with caution and maintain a steady After driving through deep water, inspect your vehicle controlled speed less than 5 mph (8 km/h) in deep water fluids and lubricants (engine oil, transmission oil, axle, transfer case) to assure the fluids have not been contamito minimize wave effects. nated. Contaminated fluid (milky, foamy in appearance) Flowing Water should be flushed/changed as soon as possible to preIf the water is swift flowing and rising (as in storm vent component damage. run-off), avoid crossing until the water level recedes