Kia Soul: Driving in flooded areas - Special driving conditions - Driving your vehicleKia Soul: Driving in flooded areas

Kia Soul 2009-2013 AM Owner's Manual / Driving your vehicle / Special driving conditions / Driving in flooded areas

Avoid driving through flooded areas unless you are sure the water is no higher than the bottom of the wheel hub. Drive through any water slowly. Allow adequate stopping distance because brake performance may be affected.

After driving through water, dry the brakes by gently applying them several times while the vehicle is moving slowly.

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