What to Do If a Car Engine Gets Submerged in Water?
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When driving through water, the car should slow down or stop to observe. As long as the water level reaches two-thirds of the bumper or tires, continuing to drive through the water poses a certain risk. High speed increases the actual depth of water the car passes through, causing rainwater to enter the cabin from the engine compartment or chassis. Below are relevant details: 1. If observation shows a high water level, try to detour and avoid forcing your way through. Additionally, when driving through water, besides maintaining a low speed, try not to stop, shift gears, release the throttle, or accelerate. Instead, drive steadily at a low gear with moderate to high throttle, avoiding splashing large waves or water by driving too fast. 2. If the car stalls in water, do not attempt to restart it immediately. Instead, take measures to tow the car to a safe location with less water as soon as possible. Water entering the engine is a very serious issue; it can enter through the air filter into the intake valve and then into the cylinder block via the intake pipe. At this point, never try to restart the engine, as it could cause critical components like the crankshaft and connecting rods to deform, leading to engine shaking or, in severe cases, broken parts.
