What problems can occur with a stuck chassis?
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Stuck chassis can lead to the following related issues: 1. Exhaust pipe rupture: The exhaust pipe is very fragile and located at the bottom of the vehicle. Hitting hard objects like rocks or even speed bumps can cause it to rupture. Speed bumps are quite common and vary in height and shape. Some are higher or wider, and if drivers do not slow down when going over them, it's easy to damage the exhaust pipe. 2. Control arm deformation: Car tires have five angle limitations in space, which affect the vehicle's steering control and torque transmission. When the car bottoms out, the control arm is highly likely to deform, significantly impacting the precise tire alignment parameters. This has a very negative effect on handling safety during high-speed steering. Therefore, it is best to go to a professional institution for four-wheel alignment parameter repairs when dealing with bottoming out issues.
Last month while driving on a rural dirt road, my car's chassis got stuck on a large rock, causing the entire vehicle to shake violently and nearly flip over. In a hurry to reach my destination, I didn't pay attention to the road conditions, resulting in the oil pan being punctured. The lubricant leaked out instantly and seeped into the soil. Subsequent inspections revealed that the suspension system also suffered an impact, causing the shock absorbers to deform. The car made a humming noise when driven, and the mechanic said the drive shaft might be slightly bent. Fortunately, no critical components were damaged, but the repairs cost over 800 yuan and delayed my trip by a day. Since then, I've learned my lesson—I now carefully check the road ahead, especially when off-roading, slowing down or choosing smoother paths to avoid accidents. Safety is the top priority. Now, before every long trip, I inspect the underbody protection to ensure there are no loose components.
