Why can't the Emgrand manual transmission car shift gears after wading through water?
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It is caused by rust between the clutch disc, flywheel, and pressure plate. Here is some related information about water-damaged vehicles: 1. Concept: A water-damaged vehicle refers to a car that has been soaked in water, typically meaning that the engine and transmission have been submerged, with the water depth exceeding the wheels and body seats, and the vehicle's underbody components have been in prolonged contact with water. Such vehicles pose significant risks, as the electrical circuits are prone to short circuits, fires, etc. 2. Insurance: There are two types of insurance related to vehicle water damage: the most common one is the vehicle damage insurance, and the other is called the engine special loss insurance, commonly known as water damage insurance.
I've encountered a similar situation before. If you can't shift gears in a manual transmission after driving through water, it's likely due to water ingress in the clutch system. Last time I drove through standing water, the next day shifting became extremely difficult. Upon inspection, I found the clutch disc and pressure plate had been soaked, reducing the friction coefficient and affecting power transfer. Additionally, transmission fluid can become contaminated with water (emulsification), causing rust and sticking in the shift mechanism. If the gearbox seals are aged, water can seep into the gear chamber, leading to synchronizer issues. My advice is to avoid forcing it into gear. First check if the clutch pedal travel has increased - if it feels spongy when depressed, there's an 80% chance the clutch slave cylinder has taken in water. It's best to have it towed to a repair shop for thorough diagnosis. They'll need to disassemble the clutch three-piece set for inspection and should replace the transmission fluid while they're at it, otherwise rusting of the steel plates could cause bigger problems later.
