Can the car still be driven if the cylinder is washed out?

[AmeliaLynn]

If the car engine's cylinder is washed out, it should not be driven. A washed-out cylinder can cause a rapid rise in water temperature and severe water shortage in the radiator. The car should be stopped immediately and sent to a repair shop for inspection and repair. Continuing to drive may lead to cylinder seizure, and in severe cases, the engine may be damaged beyond repair. Main causes of cylinder washout: Severe lack of lubricating oil leads to poor lubrication, causing intense friction and temperature rise between the cylinder and piston as well as the connecting rod. The temperature rises, but poor heat dissipation prevents proper cooling, reducing lubrication clearance. This results in seizure between the piston, cylinder, and connecting rod. Due to strong inertia, the engine continues to operate, leading to cylinder seizure and severe impact damage to the cylinder block, rendering it irreparable.