Is it very harmful to the car if it is started again after being flooded?

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If a car is submerged in water to the point where the exhaust pipe is covered, starting the engine can cause water to enter the combustion chamber. This damage is permanent. Some cases may be relatively mild, with no noticeable issues in the short term, but over time, it can lead to cylinder scoring. In severe cases where a large amount of water enters, the engine may be completely destroyed. Solutions when a car is flooded and measures to take after restarting: If the car stalls in deep water, do not attempt to restart the engine. Call for rescue immediately and avoid starting the car again. If the engine has already been restarted, take the car to a repair shop as soon as possible for inspection and early treatment to prevent further damage. Stalling during water wading: If the vehicle stalls while driving through water and the owner restarts the engine, causing damage, the insurance company will not provide any compensation. If the engine only has water vapor mixed in or water entering through the air filter, the issue is minor. Simply clean the water vapor from the air filter, throttle valve, and cylinders.