What Are the Hazards of a Flooded Car?

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Flooded cars are prone to damage in circuits, electrical components, and precision instruments. Here is more relevant information: 1. Hazards of engine flooding: When the water level during wading is higher than the engine air intake, water will directly enter the cylinders, forming a mixture of air and water. Air can be compressed, but water cannot. This means that when the crankshaft pushes the connecting rod to compress toward the piston, the water cannot be compressed, causing the connecting rod to deform and bend under the resistance of the water. If the owner attempts to restart the vehicle after the engine stalls due to water ingress, the immense reverse force will cause the bent connecting rod to rub against the cylinder block, potentially rupturing the engine block instantly, resulting in exorbitant repair costs. 2. Hazards to the interior: When the water level submerges the doors, the interior is likely to get wet. Rainwater is not clean and contains many impurities. The post-flood car interior becomes a highly humid greenhouse environment, which is an ideal breeding ground for mold. If the vehicle is not dried promptly, mold spots can quickly ruin the fabric and leather materials inside your car.