Does Water Entering the Sedan Chassis Affect the Engine?
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Water entering the sedan chassis does affect the engine. Below is an introduction regarding gasoline engines: 1. Introduction: A gasoline engine is an engine that uses gasoline as fuel to convert internal energy into kinetic energy. Due to gasoline's low viscosity and rapid evaporation, a fuel injection system can be used to inject gasoline into the cylinder. After compression reaches a certain temperature and pressure, a spark plug ignites it, causing the gas to expand and perform work. 2. Characteristics: Gasoline engines are characterized by high rotational speed, simple structure, light weight, low cost, smooth operation, and convenient maintenance. Gasoline engines are widely used in automobiles, especially in small cars.
I've been driving for over 20 years, and the most troublesome issue is water accumulation during rainy days. When water enters the chassis, it can seep into the engine area, such as entering the cylinders through the air intake. If the water volume is large, the engine may ingest water, leading directly to stalling or cylinder seizure, and the repair costs can be exorbitant. Even worse, water accumulation in the chassis can corrode wiring. For example, wet wires in the ignition system can cause short circuits, keeping the engine light on and making the car unstable to drive. Long-term water accumulation can also cause rust in chassis components, affecting the exhaust system or suspension support. Once, after my car was flooded, I didn't drain the water in time, resulting in difficulty starting the engine and costing me nearly a thousand yuan to repair the ignition coil. I recommend checking the chassis drainage holes for blockages immediately after rain. If the water level rises above the exhaust pipe, avoid driving and call for a tow truck instead—it's safer and not worth cutting corners.
