What is the repair plan after stalling in water?

[LaJayden]

Here is the repair plan after a car stalls in water: Slow down or stop to observe: As long as the water level reaches two-thirds of the bumper or tires, there is a certain danger in continuing to drive through water. If observation shows a high water level, try to detour and avoid forcing passage. Keep the engine off: Do not start the engine immediately. Instead, take measures to tow the car to a safe location with less water as soon as possible. Otherwise, it may cause deformation of important components such as the engine crankshaft and connecting rod, leading to engine shaking or even component breakage in severe cases. Remove moisture from brake pads: Especially for cars with drum brakes, as failure to do so may result in loss of braking after driving through water, causing serious danger or accidents. The specific operation is to drive at low speed while pressing the accelerator and lightly applying the brakes, ensuring the speed remains slow. Go to a repair shop: The car owner should promptly arrange for the car to be handed over to a repair station and have it inspected and repaired.

[SanCameron]

That year I encountered a flooded road section. The car stalled as soon as it went through water. I instinctively wanted to restart it, but fortunately held back, otherwise the engine would have been ruined. After calling a tow truck to take it to the repair shop, the mechanic first checked the spark plugs to see if there was water in the cylinders. If there was, it was drained and dried. Then the intake pipes and air filter were cleaned to ensure no water remained. Next, the electrical system was carefully inspected, including potential short-circuit parts like fuses and wiring harnesses, to prevent fire hazards. The entire repair took several days, with a water-damaged sensor being replaced, costing a considerable amount. The lesson learned is never to restart the engine after stalling in water - stop immediately and seek help. When driving normally, slow down and avoid waterlogged areas - safety comes first.

[JordanLee]

When I was a new driver, my car stalled after driving through a puddle, which scared me into a cold sweat. Online advice said not to restart the engine as it could cause more damage. So I turned off the ignition, activated the hazard lights, pulled over, and immediately called for a tow truck. At the repair shop, the workers removed the spark plugs to check for water traces in the cylinders and used professional tools to dry them. They also inspected the air filter and replaced it if it was wet. Additionally, they tested the circuit fuses to ensure they weren't blown. If the water intake was minimal, the repairs were straightforward, but severe cases might require an engine overhaul. That incident cost me some money but taught me a lesson: be cautious when driving through water, and if the engine stalls, send it for repairs instead of messing with it.

[DelLucille]

Water entering the engine causing stalling is straightforward: the key repair focus is to avoid restarting to prevent piston damage. The mechanic will remove the spark plugs to drain the water, then dry the system, clean the intake pipe and air filter, and inspect electronic components like the ECU and fuses to prevent short circuits. If not severe, replacing a few small parts is inexpensive; in serious cases, an overhaul can be time-consuming and costly. It's best not to risk driving through deep water in the first place.