What is the wading depth of the Accord?
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The maximum wading depth of the Accord is 350mm-400mm. The wading depth of the Accord is determined by the height of the vehicle's chassis, which is the ground clearance listed in the model's parameter configuration table. Generally, the greater the ground clearance, the higher the chassis, and the higher the safety factor when driving through waterlogged roads. Therefore, in terms of safe wading depth, the advantages of off-road vehicles and SUVs are obvious. However, for most compact cars and small cars with low chassis, the position of the vehicle's air intake should be used as a reference when passing through waterlogged roads. If the air intake is below the water level when the Accord is wading, water will be sucked into the engine's cylinders. Since water cannot be compressed like air, it will cause serious damage to the engine's mechanical components (such as connecting rods, pistons, crankshafts, etc.). Therefore, the wading depth should not exceed the height of the engine's air intake. The height of the engine's air intake, and thus the maximum wading depth, can also be increased by installing a snorkel. If wading is unavoidable, the following safe and correct operations should be performed: Before wading, be sure to turn off the auto start-stop function to prevent the vehicle from automatically restarting after stalling in water, which could cause serious damage to the engine due to water intake; Judge the underwater road conditions based on the passage of the vehicle ahead and choose a suitable entry point. Observe the path taken by other vehicles and follow their tracks at low speed, avoiding sudden acceleration or deceleration; On roads prone to water accumulation, observe warning water level markers, trees, and reference points such as the wheels and doors of other vehicles to determine the water depth before deciding whether to proceed; Know your vehicle's safe wading depth. If the water depth exceeds half of the tire height or the engine's air intake, do not proceed recklessly; choose an alternative route instead.
I've only been driving my Accord for a short time, and the wading depth is generally around 30 cm, with a maximum not exceeding this figure. Once I drove through a small puddle in the rain, with the water depth about halfway up the tires, and I slowly drove through in first gear without any issues. But I must remind you, never try to go fast, otherwise water can splash into the engine compartment, causing stalling or electrical system short circuits. After wading, remember to check the chassis for any mud or debris clogging the cooling vents, and prolonged water exposure can also lead to component rust. Safe driving is the most important; if the water is too deep or the depth is uncertain, it's best to take a detour to avoid damaging the vehicle. Years of driving experience tell me that sedans aren't good at wading, and the Accord is no exception—don't casually push the limits.
