What are the symptoms of water entering a car?
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Water entering a car can exhibit the following symptoms: 1. Engine stalling while driving: Due to water entering the engine air filter element, causing increased intake resistance and water entering the combustion chamber, the spark plugs cannot ignite. Additionally, water entering the distributor cap causes the distributor to lose its normal ignition function, leading to the car stalling while driving. Many novice drivers may panic and attempt to restart the engine, which can easily result in a hydro-locked engine. 2. Overheated breather pipe: Another scenario is water entering the crankcase. Theoretically, if water enters the crankcase, it should also enter the cylinders. However, if only a small amount enters the crankcase and not the cylinders, in winter it can freeze and block the oil passages, while in summer it can disrupt lubrication, causing overheating.
After the car got flooded, it felt like the whole vehicle was filled with a musty smell, as if entering a damp basement. Opening the car door, the carpet was soaking wet, and stepping on it made splashing sounds. The air from the AC carried a strange odor, likely due to mold growth after the system got waterlogged. The dashboard lights flickered and occasionally malfunctioned, a sign of electrical short circuits. When driving, the engine shook violently, struggling to start or maintain idle, sometimes even stalling completely. The seatbelt buckle felt sticky, and rust formed under the seats. Last time I parked in a low-lying area during rain, the next day the car was filled with moisture, and lifting the carpet revealed mud debris. Immediate action is needed to prevent mold growth, which can affect health. Suggestions: dry with absorbent cloths, park in a dry, sunny spot, check if drain holes are clogged, and if not resolved, send for professional inspection of circuits and engine seals.
