Can Water Enter the Transmission When Driving Through Water?
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After driving through water, the transmission, differential, or front/rear axles and differential may take in water. Generally, transmission water ingress is mainly caused by the following two situations: Water level exceeds two-thirds of the wheel: If the water level surpasses two-thirds of the wheel, the probability of water entering the transmission is around 80% to 90%. If the water has reached the dashboard level, the transmission is 100% flooded. Water splash during oncoming traffic: When encountering oncoming vehicles, excessive road water can lead to water entering 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, causing the clutch plates to slip.