Is It Prohibited to Stop While Wading Through Water?
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It depends on the water level. If only the tires are submerged in water, the impact is minimal. However, if the water depth reaches about half of the tire height, do not force your way through. When driving through waterlogged roads, maintain a moderate speed, use low gear for manual transmissions, and avoid sudden acceleration. Do not shift gears abruptly or make sharp turns. Vehicle Wading Depth: For most compact and small cars with low chassis, the vehicle's air intake position serves as the benchmark when passing through waterlogged roads. The air intake is designed to draw in air. If the water level exceeds the height of the air intake, a significant amount of water may be sucked into the engine, causing severe damage to the vehicle. Therefore, it is crucial to pay attention to both water depth and speed when navigating through waterlogged areas. What Happens If a Vehicle Exceeds Its Wading Depth: If the water level is higher than the vehicle's wading depth, the vehicle will not be able to pass through. Insisting on proceeding may lead to engine stalling, loss of steering control, and other issues. This situation can be quite dangerous, especially if the vehicle is moving at a high speed and suddenly loses steering control. In such cases, it is essential to immediately release the accelerator pedal.
