What are the precautions for driving through water in summer?

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Here are the precautions for driving through water in summer: 1. When driving through water: Carefully assess the water's depth, flow speed, bottom condition, as well as the width of the entry and exit areas and road conditions to determine if it's safe to pass. The simplest and most direct method is to refer to nearby vehicles; generally, the water should not exceed half the height of the wheel hub. Owners should be aware of their vehicle's engine air intake height from the ground, using this as the maximum wading limit. 2. When confirming the vehicle can pass: Choose the shortest route with the shallowest water level, slowest flow, and firmest bottom. Engage a low gear and slowly enter the water. While driving, keep the steering wheel steady and maintain a stable throttle to ensure the vehicle has sufficient and consistent power to pass through in one go. Avoid stopping, shifting gears, or making sharp turns midway to prevent driving into excessively deep water. 3. When the bottom is sandy or muddy: If the wheels slip or sink, avoid pressing the accelerator pedal hard to "power through." Instead, with the engine still running, seek assistance from people or other vehicles to help drive out of the water. Since water pressure is much lower than the engine's exhaust pressure, as long as the engine doesn't stall, water won't flow back into the exhaust. 4. If the water level is close to the vehicle's air intake position: Stop immediately. Do not follow other vehicles too closely or drive through water with multiple vehicles at the same time, as this can create waves that may destabilize the vehicle or cause water to directly impact the air intake.