What are the precautions for vehicle wading?
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Precautions for vehicle wading are as follows: 1. Air filter: The location of the air filter is the gateway to the engine. Air entering through the intake port passes through the air filter and then enters the engine. When the vehicle wades, water may also enter the engine through the intake port. 2. Wiring harness interfaces: Opening the engine hood reveals wiring harnesses wrapped in insulating and heat-resistant materials in the engine compartment. These harnesses are crucial components of the vehicle's electrical system. Different types of wiring harnesses are positioned at varying heights in the engine compartment. During wading, the lower-positioned wiring harness interfaces are easily soaked by water. If not addressed promptly, occasional electrical faults may occur later, affecting normal vehicle use. 3. Vehicle chassis: During rainy days, road water is often dirty, containing sludge, oil stains, debris, and dirty water. While wading, the chassis is washed by this dirty water, causing contaminants to adhere to the chassis or gaps beneath the body. If not cleaned promptly, these contaminants can lead to chassis corrosion, and debris like dead branches and plastic bags may entangle bearings and suspension, creating safety hazards. 4. Brake pads: After wading, promptly remove moisture from the brake pads, especially for vehicles with drum brakes. Otherwise, the vehicle may lose braking ability post-wading, leading to severe dangers or accidents. 5. Headlights: Headlights are essential equipment for driving in foggy, rainy conditions or at night, and their condition directly impacts driving safety. If the headlight cover's sealing is poor, water can easily enter the headlight during wading, forming mist inside and affecting light transmission.
