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8-8 . Driving Precaution
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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 . Regardless of its depth , it can wash away the ground from under your tires , resulting in possible loss of traction and even vehicle rollover .
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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 .
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8-9 . Driving Tips for AWD Vehicles
WARNING
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. 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 .
. Always use the utmost care in driving – overconfidence because you are driving an All- Wheel Drive vehicle could easily lead to a serious accident .
. When replacing or installing tire ( s ), all four tires must be the same for the following items .
( a ) Size ( b ) Speed symbol ( c ) Load index ( d ) Circumference ( e ) Construction ( f ) Manufacturer ( g ) Brand ( tread pattern ) ( h ) Degrees of wear
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For items ( a ) to ( c ), you must obey the specification that is printed on the tire inflation pressure label . The tire inflation pressure label is located on the driver ’ s door pillar .
If all four tires are not the same in items ( a ) to ( h ), serious mechanical damage could be caused to the drivetrain of the car , and affect the followings .
– Ride – Handling – Braking
– Speedometer / Odometer calibration
– Clearance between the body and the tires
It also may be dangerous and lead to loss of vehicle control , and it can lead to an accident .
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