Porsche Cayenne 2005, Owner'S Manual

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Shifting Gear, Traction Systems
Water crossing
f
Please observe the chapter “GROUND CLEA-
RANCE” on Page 355.
Danger!
Danger of drowning if water enters the vehi-
cle. Risk of damage to the engine and acces-
sories if water penetrates.
f Before driving through water, check the water
depth A , water speed and the condition of the
surface beneath it.
The water must not be deeper than 22 in. or
55.5 cm.
f
Check the door sills and rubber seals before
starting to drive.
f
Do not drive through deep or rapidly flowing
water.
Deep or rapidly flowing water, e.g. mountain
streams, can cause the car to deviate from the
intended path.
f Avoid a "bow wave" by driving at an appropriate
speed.
f Never open the doors when driving through wa-
ter.
Soiling can impair the braking action.
f Check and clean the brakes if they have been
soiled.
Danger of steering assistance failing during
a long journey in the water if the drive belt
slips.
f If the steering assistance fails, more effort will
be required to steer.
Danger of damaging electrical systems
f Avoid driving through salt water.
Notes on operation
f
Activate Low Range.
f
Switch the air conditioner off.
f Switch the headlights off.