What Are the Flood-Damaged Vehicle Levels?

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Flood-damaged vehicle levels are indicators that measure the extent of water damage a car has sustained. 1. Flood Level 1: Water has just reached the vehicle's chassis, and the floor may become damp, but the likelihood of significant water ingress is low, with minimal impact on electrical components. 2. Flood Level 2: Water reaches halfway up the wheels. Due to the vehicle's incomplete sealing, water begins to enter the interior. For lower-profile sedans, the water level may affect seat adjustment motors and electrical components like heating and ventilation. 3. Flood Level 3: Water almost completely submerges the tires. The interior water level will fully soak the seat cushions and center console, affecting numerous electrical components. 4. Flood Level 4: Water reaches the engine hood. The interior water level rises to the dashboard, and the headlights and engine intake pipes start taking in water. 5. Flood Level 5: Water completely submerges the engine hood, affecting nearly all interior electrical components. 6. Flood Level 6: Water submerges the roof, impacting the headliner and sunroof module, with no interior component spared.