How to Deal with Water Leaking into the Car from the Door?
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If water enters through the window gaps, you can open the door, roll down all the windows, or use a small air gun to blow out the water. If the water volume is large, it is recommended to go directly to a repair shop. There are two scenarios for water leakage into the car door, as detailed below: 1. Water entering while driving: When the water level reaches above 20 cm (for SUVs with higher chassis, this value increases to 30 cm), there is a risk of water entering the engine. Water can enter the engine through two main pathways: (1) Due to the low position of the engine air intake, water can be sucked into the engine when the vehicle is driving through water. (2) If the exhaust pipe outlet is below the water level, water can be sucked into the engine through the exhaust pipe when the vehicle is driving through water. Once water enters the engine, it will inevitably stall. Since water in the cylinders lacks lubrication, attempting to restart the engine blindly after stalling may cause severe damage due to cylinder scoring. The correct approach is to push the car to a dry, elevated area, call the insurance company, and then have the car towed to a repair shop for inspection. 2. Water immersion while parked: If the external water level is high, even the battery and some electrical components may be damaged by water. For vehicles severely affected by water immersion while parked, repair shops typically remove all interior components from the cabin. They then check wiring, computers, and other parts for short circuits or burns, replacing damaged parts as necessary. Soaked carpets and upholstery can be cleaned and dried.
