How to Drive an Automatic Transmission Car Through Deep Water?

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When driving through water, try to avoid stopping, accelerating, shifting gears, or releasing the throttle. If the car stalls in the water, do not restart it immediately. Instead, take measures to move the car out of the flooded area. Below are some key points about vehicle water fording: 1. Introduction: This refers to driving a vehicle on low-lying, waterlogged roads, essentially passing through water. It commonly occurs during rainy weather in low-lying areas where poor drainage causes road flooding. 2. Reasons for stalling: The high-voltage ignition system may get wet or short-circuited due to water ingress, causing the engine to stall. This is a frequent occurrence where vehicles stall despite appearing to pass through shallow water, often due to water splashing. 3. Potential hazards: Dead branches, leaves, and discarded plastic bags can wrap around bearings and suspension components, creating safety risks.