Will the car parked outside get flooded during a heavy rainstorm?
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If the water level rises and submerges more than half of the tires, the engine may get flooded. Below is an introduction to the consequences of starting a flooded car: Water level height: If the water level does not exceed the engine, since the engine's cylinder and block are tightly sealed from the oil pan, water can only enter and damage the engine if the water level remains above the engine for an extended period. Hazards of a flooded car: The air resonator box is located between the intake port and the intake hose. Its function is to reduce intake noise, stabilize airflow, and prevent a small amount of rainwater from entering the combustion chamber. This component is usually positioned between the front wheel and the front bumper, making it easily reachable by rising water. Once the resonator is filled with water, a large amount of water can be sucked into the combustion chamber when starting the engine. The incompressibility of water can cause catastrophic damage to the engine's connecting rods, which is the fundamental reason for emphasizing not to start the engine when the car is flooded. The starter is typically installed at the lower end of the engine block and is easily submerged. Unlike the engine, the starter lacks high airtightness, allowing water to quickly penetrate its interior. Starting the engine under these conditions may cause an internal short circuit in the starter, resulting in burnout.
