Can Water Enter the Transmission After a Car Drives Through Water?
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It depends on the specific situation of driving through water. After driving through water, the transmission, differential, front and rear axles, and differential may all be exposed to water. Generally, water entering the transmission is mainly caused by the following two situations: Water level exceeds two-thirds of the wheel: If the water level exceeds two-thirds of the wheel, the probability of water entering the transmission is around 80% to 90%. If the water has already reached the level of the dashboard, the transmission is 100% certain to have water inside. Water splashes into the transmission during oncoming traffic: When encountering oncoming traffic, if there is excessive water on the road, it may cause water to enter the transmission. Once water enters the transmission, the performance of the transmission fluid will be affected. The performance of the transmission fluid will also degrade, leading to clutch slippage.