Aston Martin VALKYRIE 2021, Manual

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Driving
3.3
Track Days
Caution: The rear license plate should be removed before
this vehicle is used on track to prevent damage from high
exhaust temperatures.
Before using this vehicle on track days contact your Aston Martin
Dealer for vehicle set up, service parts and recommendations.
High Speed Driving Cool Down
When the vehicle is used on track or in sustained high speed
situations, such as de-restricted sections of the Autobahn, the
vehicle should perform a period of cool down running at a
minimum of half speed in as high a gear as possible to allow
critical components the opportunity to cool before the vehicle is
brought to a stop. If driving in this manner and the engine coolant
warning light is illuminated, time should be allowed to cool the
vehicle until the light is no longer illuminated. Consideration
should be given to the traffic scenario, fuel level, and any other
factors which may affect this cool down period.
Wet Conditions
When driving in wet conditions, water can build up under your
tyres so that they ride on a layer of water. This is called
aquaplaning or hydroplaning. When this happens, you have little
or no control. Aquaplaning is more prone to happening at higher
road speeds if there is a lot of water on the road and particularly
if the tyres are also under inflated or approaching minimum tread
depth.
It is important to take bends or curves at a safe, reasonable speed,
particularly when driving on wet or slippery road surfaces.
Slow down when it is raining .
Driving Through Deep Water
If in any doubt whether to drive through deep water, always take
the side of caution to avoid potentially costly damage to the
vehicle's engine or other essential systems.
Caution: Never drive in water deeper than the lower edge
of the front wing in Urban handling mode. Always proceed
with extreme caution, especially when the depth is not
known. Aston Martin recommend that if wading is
unavoidable, that bodylift mode is used.
When driving through water, traction or brake capability may be
limited. Once through the water, always dry the brakes by driving
slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal.
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