What to Do When a Car Stalls After Driving Through Water

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When a car stalls after passing through water, first remain calm and immediately turn off the ignition switch. Do not attempt to restart the engine. Quickly disconnect the negative terminal of the battery to prevent electrical short circuits in the vehicle's electronic components due to water exposure. Then, move the car to a safe location, ideally positioning it with the front higher than the rear. Here’s more information on driving through water: 1. After the car is out of the water, inspect the engine. First, check if water has entered the engine cylinders, as this can bend the connecting rods and damage the engine. 2. If water has entered the engine, remove the spark plugs, manually cut off the fuel supply and ignition systems, and then use the starter motor to crank the engine, allowing the water inside to be expelled.