What is the correct way for a car to pass through deep water?
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When it is confirmed that there are conditions for passage, for manual transmission models, keep the gear in first gear, maintain steady throttle pressure without lifting off the accelerator pedal and avoid pressing the clutch. Drive smoothly and slowly through the waterlogged area. The speed should preferably not exceed 20 km/h, keep the engine speed above 3000 rpm, and control the steering wheel to avoid being affected by the water flow. For automatic transmission models, shift the gear to manual first gear or L gear, because the D gear will automatically shift up or down based on vehicle speed and engine speed. Driving in water will inevitably cause the engine speed to drop when shifting up, which will suddenly reduce the exhaust pressure and create backpressure. This can cause water to be sucked into the exhaust pipe, leading to poor exhaust and stalling. Precautions for driving through waterlogged roads: Be aware of the safe wading depth of your vehicle model. The water depth must never exceed the height of the engine air intake, and you should also consider whether the height of the waves could surpass the air intake position. Additionally, consider whether water might enter the cabin. If the water depth exceeds the lower edge of the door, water will seep in through gaps. Once water enters the cabin, the floor material absorbs a large amount of water, requiring disassembly for drying or baking. Moreover, the electrical components under the floor are also prone to damage.
