Does the engine need to be disassembled after static water ingress?

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Rick
07/30/25 6:59am
If the water level is higher than the engine air intake, it needs to be removed. Water level higher than the engine air intake: The engine intake pipe and spark plugs need to be removed to check if water has entered the engine interior. Static water ingress repair: If confirmed as static water ingress, internal engine components such as pistons, connecting rods, crankshaft, and valve train have not been damaged by water pressure impact. Therefore, remove the spark plugs to eliminate moisture, rotate the crankshaft to expel water from the cylinders and intake system, replace the air filter, engine oil, and oil filter, and dry the engine ignition system and related electrical components. Replace relevant electrical parts if necessary.
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