Can a Car Still Be Driven After the Engine Has Been Submerged in Water?

[RobertRose]

If the engine has been submerged in water, the car should not be driven or used. It must be inspected and repaired before use. How to handle an engine that has taken in water: Do not start the engine immediately. Have the car towed to a safe area, then tow it to an auto repair shop for servicing; replace the engine oil and clean related engine components. Dangers of a water-submerged engine: Once water enters a car's engine, at best, the spark plugs may fail to ignite or the engine may stall directly; at worst, it could lead to engine seizure. The simplest way to check if an engine has been submerged in water is to inspect the color of the engine oil for any abnormalities. If the oil turns milky white, it indicates that water has entered the fuel tank or engine.