What Are the Standards for Assessing Water-Damaged Vehicles?

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The assessment standards for water-damaged vehicles are determined by comprehensively considering factors such as the water submersion height level, the duration of submersion, the state of water ingress, and the new vehicle purchase price. Specific details are as follows: 1. Key points in the assessment process: Customers should be reminded not to start the vehicle before repairs. After repairs, the vehicle must undergo testing and confirmation before test driving. This is to avoid engine damage caused by water entering the intake system. Water-damaged vehicles require prompt handling—immediately cut off the power, carry out timely rescue operations, dismantle and clean the vehicle, and promptly contact professional electrical equipment repair agencies for on-site unified handling. 2. Special component considerations: ABS pumps and ABS sensors are generally not damaged by water submersion and do not need replacement; spark plugs can be cleaned. The catalytic converter usually does not require replacement if water enters; after vehicle repairs, simply start the engine normally to dry out and expel the internal water using exhaust gases.