Why Does Water in the Engine Lead to Total Failure?

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There are two scenarios where water entering the engine can cause total failure: 1. Scenario One: Water enters through the exhaust pipe. If the exhaust pipe is submerged underwater and the throttle is abruptly closed while accelerating, water can be sucked into the combustion chamber through the exhaust valve, leading to engine failure. 2. Scenario Two: Water entering through the intake system usually only causes the engine to stall. After drying the air filter and throttle body, the engine can typically be restarted within half an hour or even just over ten minutes. Below are some relevant details about engines: 1. Detail One: An engine is a machine that converts other forms of energy into mechanical energy, including internal combustion engines, external combustion engines, jet engines, electric motors, etc. 2. Detail Two: For example, internal combustion engines usually convert chemical energy into mechanical energy. The term 'engine' can refer to either the power-generating device itself or the entire machine including the power unit. 3. Detail Three: The engine was first invented in the UK, so the concept of an engine originates from the English language, with its original meaning referring to a 'mechanical device that generates power.'