Does driving in water affect the car?

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MasonLee
07/29/25 4:40pm
Driving in water can affect the car. Driving through water may cause the engine to ingest water and stall, and it can also damage the car's electronic systems. If the electronic systems are damaged, it can affect the normal operation of the car. Driving through water can also lead to rusting of the car's chassis. Here is additional information about driving through water: 1. If water is ingested by the engine while driving through water, the engine will stall. Restarting the engine after stalling can cause severe damage to the engine. 2. When water enters the engine, it can remain in the cylinders. When the engine is started, some pistons will move upward. If there is water in the cylinders, the pistons will compress the water, which can lead to piston fracture, connecting rod deformation, or cylinder wall rupture. 3. When encountering deep water on the road, do not drive into it recklessly. Even if the engine is unaffected, the car's electronic systems may still be damaged after driving through water.
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