What are the hidden dangers of a water-damaged car?
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Hidden dangers of a water-damaged car: Sudden engine shutdown during high-speed driving, failure of airbags to deploy in the event of a safety accident, etc. Since a water-damaged car has been submerged for a long time, many components can become severely damaged due to water exposure. Such a car can be seen as a ticking time bomb, as various problems may arise at any time. A water-damaged car can cause damage to the internal electronic control system. The mixed rainwater is highly corrosive and can affect the functionality of electrical components, especially impacting future use. Next is the engine. After a car has been submerged in water, never attempt to start or turn the engine, as this can cause severe deformation of the engine connecting rod.
Driving a flood-damaged car is like raising a big trouble. I know all too well the damage flooding can cause to mechanical systems. Once water enters the engine, connecting rods and crankshafts can deform or even break if not disassembled and repaired. After the transmission is flooded, clutch plates stick together, and fluid emulsification leads to lubrication failure, with repairs costing thousands right from the start. Rust on chassis components is the most critical issue—brake discs develop grooves, suspension springs rust, and the car may even shake at high speeds. Electrical problems are even more of a headache. Just the other day, I saw a flood-damaged car with malfunctioning sensors causing the airbag light to flash randomly, with various short circuits popping up like a game of whack-a-mole. The musty smell from moldy interiors never truly goes away, with mold spores hiding in the leather. These hidden dangers may not surface in the short term, but when they finally emerge after the warranty expires, the losses can be huge.