What are the scrapping standards for water-damaged vehicles?

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BeauRose
07/30/25 7:13am
There are no separate scrapping standards for water-damaged vehicles. The decision to scrap a water-damaged vehicle follows the same standards as vehicles damaged by other causes. Below is relevant information about water-damaged vehicles: Identification of water-damaged vehicles: Many wires in the engine compartment of a water-damaged vehicle are often covered in mud, which cannot be cleaned thoroughly. This is one of the most obvious methods to identify a water-damaged vehicle. Impact on the interior of water-damaged vehicles: The leather materials on the dashboard will darken after being soaked in water, with some areas appearing darker than others. Upon closer inspection, a musty odor can also be detected.
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