User Manual - Page 292

For 2015 VOLVO V40.

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08 Starting and driving
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2. Pull the lever up slightly, press the button,
release the lever and release the button.
> The combined instrument panel warn-
ing symbol goes off.
If the driver forgets to release the parking
brake – in addition to the illuminated warning
lamp – a pinging sound combined with a
message in the combined instrument panel
alerts the driver of this when the car's speed
exceeds 10 km/h.
Related information
Foot brake (p. 287)
Driving in water
Fording means that the car is driven through a
water-covered roadway. Fording must be car-
ried out with great caution.
The car can be driven through water at a
maximum depth of 25 cm at a maximum
speed of 10 km/h. Extra caution should be
exercised when passing through flowing
water.
During driving in water, maintain a low speed
and do not stop the car. When the water has
been passed, depress the brake pedal lightly
and check that full brake function is achieved.
Water and mud for example can make the
brake linings wet resulting in delayed brake
function.
Clean the electric contacts of the electric
engine block heater and trailer coupling
after driving in water and mud.
Do not let the car stand with water over
the sills for any long period of time - this
could cause electrical malfunctions.
IMPORTANT
Engine damage can occur if water enters
the air filter.
In depths greater than 25 cm, water could
enter the transmission. This reduces the
lubricating ability of the oils and shortens
the service life of these systems.
Damage to any component, engine, trans-
mission, turbocharger, differential or its
internal components caused by flooding,
hydrostatic locking or oil shortage, is not
covered by the warranty.
In the event of the engine stalling in water,
do not try restart - tow the car from the
water to a workshop - an authorised Volvo
workshop is recommended. Risk of engine
breakdown.
Related information
Recovery (p. 309)
Towing (p. 307)
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