What Causes a Car to Fail to Shift Gears After Rain?

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After rain, a car may fail to shift gears because water enters the clutch, causing it to stick and preventing complete disengagement. In such cases, the clutch plate and pressure plate need to be replaced. Below is an extended explanation: 1. When wading through water: Avoid shifting gears while driving through water. The safest approach is to use a low gear and proceed slowly. Before entering water, assess the depth, current speed, and the condition of the waterbed, as well as the width of the entry and exit points and the road conditions to determine if it is safe to proceed. 2. Water depth standard: If the water level reaches two-thirds of the front bumper or the tires, driving through water poses certain risks. The standard for safe water depth is that it should not reach the car's chassis. If the water is not deep, proceed slowly in a low gear. While driving through water, ensure not to release the throttle or shift gears, as this can easily cause water to enter the exhaust pipe, affecting the engine's performance.