Which part of the car cannot be driven when flooded with water?
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When the water level exceeds the exhaust pipe of the car, it cannot be driven. The following is a related introduction about water-damaged vehicles: 1. Concept: Waterlogging insurance or automobile loss insurance, engine special loss insurance. 2. Insurance: Mainly to compensate for engine damage caused by driving in waterlogged roads or being flooded. Additional automobile insurance includes total vehicle theft insurance, separate glass breakage insurance, vehicle parking loss insurance, spontaneous combustion insurance, vehicle waterlogging insurance, etc. Of course, different insurance companies have slightly different terms, so you can check the terms of each insurance company when applying for insurance.
When the water reaches half the height of the tires, you need to be extra cautious. Generally, the position of the wheel hub cover is almost the limit. Don’t be fooled by those off-road vehicle water-crossing videos online—ordinary family cars have much lower ground clearance. The engine air intake is usually near the front grille, and if the water level covers the tires, it’s almost at the height of the intake. At this point, the engine is prone to sucking in water and getting ruined, with repairs starting at tens of thousands of RMB. Water entering the car’s floor is even harder to deal with—under the carpet are all the electrical connectors. Mold and rust are just the beginning; the entire wiring harness may need replacement. Last year during heavy rains, I saw many water-damaged cars stripped down to just their skeletons drying in the sun—it was truly heartbreaking.
