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On-road and off-road driving
8-8 . On-road and off-road driving
WARNING
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. In a rollover crash , an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seatbelt . The driver and all passengers should fasten their seatbelts before starting to drive in order to minimize the chance of serious injury or death .
. Do not make sharp turns or quick maneuvers unless absolutely unavoidable . Such actions are dangerous , as you may lose control , possibly resulting in a rollover which could cause death or serious injury .
. Always maintain a safe driving speed according to the road and weather conditions in order to avoid having an accident on a sharp turn , during sudden braking or under other similar conditions .
. Whenever strong crosswinds are present , slow down sufficiently to maintain control of your vehicle . Remember that your vehicle ,
with its higher profile and center of gravity , is more likely to be affected by crosswinds than ordinary passenger cars .
. Always use the utmost care in driving – overconfidence because you are driving an All- Wheel Drive model could easily lead to a serious accident .
. Never attempt to drive through pools and puddles , or roads flooded with water . Water entering the engine air intake or the exhaust pipe or water splashing onto electrical parts may damage your vehicle and may cause it to stall . In this case , contact your SUBARU dealer immediately . Regardless of its depth , it can wash away the ground from under your tires , resulting in possible loss of traction and even vehicle rollover .
CAUTION
. After driving on gravel roads or rough roads , check the undercarriage of the vehicle body for any damage , deformation , or paint removal . If you notice any irregularities , contact a SUBARU dealer for an inspection as soon as possible .
. Frequent driving of an AWD model under hard-driving conditions such as rough roads or off roads will necessitate more frequent replacement of the following items than that specified in the maintenance schedule described in the “ Warranty and Maintenance Booklet ”.
– Engine oil – Brake fluid
Remember that damage done to your SUBARU while operating it off-road and not using common sense precautions such as those listed above is not eligible for warranty coverage .
Your vehicle is classified as a utility vehicle . A utility vehicle features a high ground clearance and may be equipped with off-road tires ( Subaru Forester Wilderness models only ), which enable the vehicle to be used for a wider range of applications . Because of the AWD feature and higher ground clearance , you can drive your SUBARU on ordinary roads or off-road . It handles and maneuvers differ-