Does Deep Road Water Accumulation Affect the Car?
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Deep road water accumulation does affect the car. Here are the relevant details: 1. Water Accumulation: Water entering the engine block lacks lubrication properties. Restarting the engine under such conditions can cause severe wear to engine components like pistons and cylinders, potentially leading to engine failure in extreme cases. 2. Precautions: When encountering waterlogged sections, drivers must assess the actual situation (water depth) to decide whether to proceed. If it's a frequently traveled route and the driver is confident about the vehicle's capability, attempting passage may be considered. Exercise caution when driving on unfamiliar roads.
I've been driving for twenty years, and you must be extremely careful with deep road water. If the water depth exceeds half of the wheel height, don't force your way through. The engine compartment is low and prone to water intake; once water is sucked into the cylinders, it can directly damage the piston rods, and a major repair could cost tens of thousands. If the water level rises above the door's bottom seal, it can seep into the car, causing electrical shorts and damaging all the electronic devices inside. Moreover, there are often potholes or obstacles under the water, and damaging the chassis isn't worth the risk. The most dangerous part is the vehicle skidding out of control—tires floating on the water surface is called the hydroplaning effect, making steering and braking particularly hazardous. When encountering deep water, stop first to observe how other vehicles pass through, maintain a slow and steady speed without shifting gears, and if the engine stalls, never attempt to restart it—just call a tow truck.
