What are the effects of water in car carpets on the vehicle?

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Water in the carpets does not pose significant harm initially. However, if left uncleaned for a long time, it can cause the sponge beneath the floor mats to rot and emit odors, increase humidity inside the car leading to foggy windows, and in more severe cases, result in electrical short circuits. Therefore, it is essential to promptly identify the source of the water and remove it from the carpets. Handling methods: 1. Cleaning: If the carpet gets wet due to water entering the car and the situation is not severe, remove the soaked carpet and clean up the remaining water inside the car. 2. Draining: There are several rubber seals at the bottom of the vehicle chassis. Open these seals to drain the accumulated water from the cabin. Since the interior materials like floor coverings are highly absorbent, they should be removed and placed in a spacious area to facilitate water evaporation. 3. Drying: After removing the accumulated water, simply open the car windows on sunny days to allow thorough drying. You can also park the car in a sunny spot and leave the doors open for drying.