What is the problem when the car cannot shift gears after water ingress?
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Difficulty in shifting gears is caused by the clutch sticking after water ingress, resulting in incomplete separation. The only solution is to replace the clutch disc and pressure plate. Avoid shifting gears when wading through water. The safest way to drive through water is to use a low gear and maintain a slow speed. Before wading, assess the water depth, current, bottom conditions, as well as the width of the entry and exit points and road conditions to determine if it is safe to pass. Waterlogged vehicles can be categorized into three scenarios: water level above the exhaust pipe but below half the wheel height, water level exactly at half the wheel height, and water level above half the wheel height. Generally, water reaching half the wheel height can already affect the car. Below is a detailed explanation: 1. Water above the exhaust pipe: If water only covers the exhaust pipe, simply move the car away promptly. Water in the exhaust pipe will not be sucked back into the engine, and engine stalling is mainly due to water entering the engine's intake system, unrelated to the exhaust pipe being submerged. 2. Water at half the wheel height: If water reaches exactly half the wheel height, the car usually will not leak. However, if submerged for an extended period and the sealing strips have aged, leakage may occur. In such cases, drive the car to a 4S shop, remove the interior trim, and clean and dry it. 3. Water above half the wheel height: If water exceeds half the wheel height, the engine may take in water, and the interior may leak. Do not start the engine under any circumstances to avoid damaging the engine or electronic components. Additionally, if the car is waterlogged and starting it causes damage, insurance companies will not cover the costs.
