What are the consequences of scratching a sedan's chassis?
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Scratching a sedan's chassis can affect the vehicle's lifespan and driving safety. Here are the relevant details: 1. Chassis Composition: A car chassis consists of four main systems: the transmission system, running gear system, steering system, and braking system. 2. Function of the Chassis: The chassis supports and mounts the car engine and its various components and assemblies, forming the overall shape of the vehicle. It also receives power from the engine to enable motion and ensure normal operation. The car chassis ensures the safety of both the vehicle and the owner. Once rusted or corroded, the overall structure can easily become loose, posing safety hazards. Many traffic accidents are caused by a loose chassis.
I've seen many cases of car undercarriage scraping. The most immediate consequence once it's scraped is oil leakage, because the oil pan is easily damaged, and the leaked engine oil will lead to insufficient lubrication. Over time, the engine may overheat and be ruined. Additionally, the pipes of the cooling system could also be scratched, causing coolant leakage, and the car's temperature will rise rapidly while driving. If the exhaust pipe is scraped, the exhaust sound becomes abnormally loud and affects environmental protection. More dangerously, if the brake lines or steering linkage are damaged, the brakes may suddenly fail, greatly increasing the risk of losing control when turning. If not repaired in time, small problems can turn into major issues, with repair costs jumping from a few hundred to several thousand. So, I suggest that drivers immediately take their car to a professional shop for inspection after scraping the undercarriage, and not try to save money by being careless. When driving on complex roads, slow down and drive carefully. Installing undercarriage protection plates is even safer.
