STARTING AND DRIVING Driving tips Driving through water Inspecting before driving VESPER Caution! Warning! Before wading, the following should be paid attention to: ■ Check the depth of water. ■ If you need to drive on roads with accumulated water, the driving speed should not be higher than the walking speed, otherwise the vehicle may be damaged. ■ During driving in standing water, the water level must not be higher than the lower edge of the vehicle body. Please maintain a very low speed and do not shut down the engine. Extra caution should be exercised if it is essential to pass through flowing water. ■ Please pay attention to the waves caused by vehicles ahead and oncoming vehicles.
This may result in exceeding the maximum allowable water depth. Always pay attention to the following before driving: ■ Make sure that all lights and direction indicators are working properly. ■ Ensure that all tire pressures are within normal range. ■ Make sure that all windows are clean and give good visibility. ■ Adjust the steering wheel, front seat, head restraint and outside rearview mirrors correctly. ■ Make sure that no objects can interfere with the pedals. ■ Secure all loads and other items carefully. ■ Do not wear inappropriate shoes, such as high heels and slippers. ■ Always check the area behind and around the vehicle.
■ Use appropriate ISOFIX and fasten the seatbelt properly to protect children. After driving through water and as soon as it is safe, perform the following checks: ■ Lightly depress the brake pedal to dry the brakes and to check that they work properly. ■ Verify the horn works. ■ Turn the steering wheel to check if the power assist steering works. ■ Check if the exterior lights work. 221