How to Classify Flood-Damaged Vehicle Levels?
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Water level just reaches the vehicle chassis, the floor may get damp but significant water ingress is unlikely, with minimal impact on electrical components. Water reaches half of the wheels, due to incomplete vehicle sealing, interior water intrusion begins. Water nearly submerges tires completely, interior water level will fully immerse seat cushions and affect numerous electrical systems. Water rises to the engine hood, interior water reaches dashboard level, with headlights and engine air intake tubes starting to take in water. Water fully submerges the engine hood and roof, affecting headliner/sunroof modules, leaving no interior components undamaged.