Is the car okay if it didn't stall while wading through water?
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Stalling or not is not an absolute indicator. It is recommended to conduct an inspection. If the car didn't stall, it indicates the water wading wasn't too severe. Check the air filter, fuel filter, and battery for any signs of water ingress or moisture. Replace them promptly if necessary. Also, inspect whether the transmission has taken in water. If so, replace all the lubricating oil. Additional information: 1. Do not restart immediately if the car stalls unexpectedly: If the car stalls unexpectedly in water, do not attempt to restart it immediately. Instead, take measures to tow the car to a safe location with less water as soon as possible. Water entering the engine is a very serious issue. Water can enter through the air filter into the intake valve and then into the cylinder block via the intake pipe. Under no circumstances should you try to restart the engine at this point. 2. Remove brake pad moisture promptly: After wading through water, it is essential to remove moisture from the brake pads promptly, especially for vehicles with drum brake systems. Failure to do so may result in loss of braking power after wading, leading to severe hazards or accidents.