What is the wading depth of the GL8?
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The wading depth of the GL8 is 30 centimeters. When the water depth is one-third of the tire height, you can pass through with confidence as long as you operate correctly, and it will not cause unnecessary damage. When the water depth exceeds half of the tire height, you need to be cautious because this situation can easily lead to water entering the car. If the wading depth exceeds the bumper, you should be extra vigilant while driving to avoid water entering the engine. There are three scenarios for waterlogged vehicles: 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 exactly half the wheel height will affect the car. Below is the detailed introduction: Water level above the exhaust pipe: If the water only covers the exhaust pipe, you can drive the car away in time. Water covering the exhaust pipe will not be sucked back into the engine, and engine stalling is mainly caused by water entering the engine's intake system, which is unrelated to the exhaust pipe being submerged. Water level exactly at half the wheel height: If the water level is exactly at half the wheel height, the car generally will not leak. However, if the soaking time is prolonged and the sealing strips age, the car may start to leak. In such cases, drive the car to a 4S shop, dismantle the interior, clean it, and let it dry. Water level above half the wheel height: If the water level exceeds half the wheel height, the engine may take in water, and the interior may also leak. In this situation, never start the engine to avoid damage to the engine or electronic components inside the car. Additionally, if the car is waterlogged and starting it causes damage, the insurance company will not cover the costs.
