Does Water on the Car Floor Have Any Impact?
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Water on the car floor does have an impact. Below are relevant details about water on the car floor: 1. Hazards: (1) Rust and corrosion of the vehicle. After water enters the car floor, it can corrode the floor and metal components, causing them to rust, leading to vehicle malfunctions and increasing risks for passengers. (2) Short circuits in vehicle wiring. There are many wiring lines under the vehicle floor. If water enters, these lines may short-circuit, affecting the normal operation of the vehicle and even potentially burning out the onboard computer due to the short circuit. 2. Handling methods: Park the car in a sunny place, open the doors to air it out, and purchase some cleaning agents to wash away dust and dirty water from the carpet. It's important to note that the carpet should not be completely soaked in water for scrubbing. On one hand, this can damage the bonding between the different material layers inside the carpet; on the other hand, it may prevent the carpet from drying thoroughly for a long time, affecting its usability and causing dampness inside the car.
Water on the car floor can cause serious issues, as I've personally experienced. After a rain, I noticed the passenger side footwell was soaked but initially ignored it. Within days, a foul odor filled the car—mold had grown under the carpet, making the smell unbearable even with AC on. Worse, the metal base began rusting, corroding the body frame, costing over a thousand in repairs later. I traced it to clogged sunroof drainage holes, which let water seep through gaps. Left untreated, it can damage wiring too—like door control wires short-circuiting when soaked, causing malfunctions. My advice: immediately vacuum up moisture or place desiccants inside to absorb it, inspect sunroof and door seals, and clear drainage channels every six months as prevention.
