Can a Car Still Be Driven After Water Intrusion?

[MacJude]

After water intrusion, a comprehensive vehicle system inspection is required to determine if the car can still be used: 1. Inspect the engine: Check whether water has entered the engine cylinders, as this can bend the connecting rods and damage the engine; 2. Check all fluid systems: Examine the condition of various vehicle fluids to prevent foaming or contamination caused by water intrusion, which can degrade the oil and impair lubrication; 3. Remove interior items: When water levels rise above the doors, water is likely to enter the cabin. Rainwater is not clean and contains many impurities. The post-flood car interior becomes a highly humid environment, ideal for mold growth. If the vehicle is not dried promptly, mold can quickly ruin fabric and leather upholstery.