Why Shouldn't a Flood-Damaged Car Be Re-Ignited?
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Re-igniting the engine of a flood-damaged car can cause the piston connecting rod to bend, severely damage the cylinder block, and result in irreparable harm. Therefore, a flood-damaged car should not be re-ignited. Below is more information about flood-damaged cars: 1. Introduction: A flood-damaged car refers to a vehicle that has been submerged in water, typically meaning the wiring has been soaked, the water depth exceeds one-third of the wheel height, and the bottom components of the vehicle have been in prolonged contact with water. Commonly referred to as water-damaged cars, they can be classified into three levels based on the extent of water immersion: (1) If the water level exceeds the car's chassis, it is called a water-immersed car. (2) If the water level exceeds the oil dipstick, it can be referred to as a semi-flooded car. 2. Methods to Identify a Flood-Damaged Car: (1) Smell the interior: Check for a musty odor. Flood-damaged cars often have a musty smell in hidden areas such as the floor mats, trunk padding, and under the seats, which is difficult to remove and usually leaves evidence. Be cautious if you detect a musty smell or an unusually strong fragrance, as the latter may be an attempt to mask the odor. (2) Inspect hidden parts of the vehicle: Look for rust or signs of disassembly and replacement on screws in concealed areas; pull out the seats to check for rust or sand in the tracks; extend the seatbelt fully to see if there are water stains or dirt at the end.
