Is it okay if the car stalls in water and then restarts?
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No, it's not okay. At this point, the engine may already be damaged, or it may not be damaged. In most cases, it is not damaged, but if you attempt to restart the engine after stalling, it will definitely cause damage to the engine. Here is the relevant explanation: Reason: Because the engine's intake system has sucked in water. The engine's intake suction is very strong, and water will be drawn into the cylinders through the intake pipes. Since water is being sucked in instead of air, the engine cannot combust properly and stalls. Water entering the cylinders cannot be compressed. When the piston moves upward, the upper space of the cylinder is occupied by water, but the piston continues to push upward, causing the connecting rod to bend. A bent connecting rod is irreversible severe damage and requires an engine overhaul. Consequences: The damage caused by attempting to restart after stalling in water is very significant, and insurance companies will not cover the losses resulting from such actions.