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When off-roading on a trail, there may be times that you have to cross a stream or other kind of body of water in your vehicle.

The Jeep Grand Cherokee can yield up to 20 inches of water fording height, which can help you cross water safely and securely.

Before attempting to cross water, remember to scope out a safe and appropriate entry and exit location. Also, it is important to check out the depth of the water. You don’t want to cross it if it is too deep. A good rule of thumb is if you cannot see the bottom, you should get out of the vehicle and walk through the water to make sure it is not too deep.

Make sure to drive through, but keep a steady pace. It will be important to keep momentum, as you are likely to encounter rocks and mud along the way. If you are to stop, you may risk the chance of getting stuck. Also, if you drive too fast, you run the risk of flooding your engine.

Remember, it is important to resist the urge to spin the wheels in the water. You don’t want to dig into the ground surface.

Keep your speed steady so you do not have too much momentum.

When exiting the water, do not hit the acceleration pedal either, no matter how temping it may be!

Remember, safety should be your first priority. If it looks questionable or dangerous, it is best to avoid the situation.