Will a Car's Generator Be Damaged When Driving Through Water?

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DelIker
07/30/25 6:48am
Water entering a car's generator will not cause immediate damage, but it can affect the engine's lifespan. It is recommended that car owners take protective measures. The generator is an electrical component containing stator windings and rotor coils. Related information about generators: Function: The car generator serves as the primary power source, supplying electricity to all electrical devices (except the starter) while the engine is running normally and simultaneously charging the battery. Composition: Due to the superiority of AC generators in many aspects, DC generators have been phased out. AC generators generally consist of four parts: the rotor, stator, rectifier, and end cover.
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