What are the consequences of driving quickly through flooded roads?

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SanLucille
07/30/25 8:23am
If the water reaches the height of the vehicle's air intake, it can directly cause the engine to stall. If an attempt is made to restart the engine, water may enter from the air filter to the intake pipe and then into the engine combustion chamber. The extent of water entering the engine depends on the water level and the force of impact at that time. Precautions for driving through flooded roads are as follows: Precaution 1: When driving through flooded roads, it is important to slow down to prevent the vehicle from skidding during turns. Precaution 2: When passing through flooded roads, observe the depth of the water to prevent water from entering the vehicle's chassis, which could render the vehicle undrivable.
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