What Are the Effects of Water Wading on the Chassis?

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Water wading has minimal impact on the chassis. Here are some precautions regarding vehicle wading: 1. Before driving through water: Before driving through water, pay attention to the depth, flow direction, and speed of the water, and assess whether there are obstacles such as mud or quicksand underwater. Before wading, wrap the distributor and high-voltage wires with plastic sheets or similar materials. Observe the route and speed of the vehicle ahead to estimate the water depth and determine if your vehicle can pass. For hard surfaces, engage a low gear and slowly enter the water. While driving, keep the steering wheel steady and maintain a consistent throttle to ensure the vehicle has sufficient and stable power to pass through in one go. Avoid stopping, shifting gears, or making sharp turns midway. 2. If the wheels slip or sink: If you notice the wheels slipping or sinking, do not accelerate abruptly. Instead, with the engine still running, seek assistance from manpower or another vehicle to help drive out of the water. Since water pressure is much lower than the exhaust pressure of the engine cylinders, as long as the vehicle does not stall, water will not flow back into the engine.