What does flood-damaged vehicle package mean?

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SanEverett
07/24/25 10:59am
Flood-damaged vehicle package refers to vehicles that were submerged in rainwater for 1-2 days during the heavy rain in July 2007, hence called flood-damaged vehicles. Below is relevant introduction about vehicle configurations: Tire Pressure Monitoring Function: Tire pressure plays a crucial role in vehicle operation. If tire pressures are uneven, it often leads to increased fuel consumption, louder tire noise, and significantly reduced passenger comfort during driving. The tire pressure monitoring function can monitor the tire pressure status of each tire in real time and display it on the vehicle's onboard computer. Driver and Front Passenger Airbags: To protect occupants in the most dangerous positions in the vehicle, although the effectiveness of airbags is far less than seat belts, even an additional 1% safety indicator can save a life.
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