Will the chassis be damaged if the front wheel of the car falls into a pit?
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Generally, the chassis will not be damaged if the front wheel of the car falls into a pit. Transmission System: It is usually composed of the clutch, gearbox, universal transmission device, main reducer, differential, and half-shaft, etc. Its basic function is to transmit the power generated by the engine to the driving wheels of the car, generating driving force to enable the car to travel at a certain speed. Running System: It consists of the car's frame, axle, wheels, and suspension, etc. It receives the power from the transmission system and generates traction through the interaction between the driving wheels and the road surface, enabling the car to move normally. It bears the total weight of the car and the reaction force from the ground, mitigates the impact of uneven road surfaces on the car body, and works with the steering system to ensure the car's handling stability. Braking System: A series of specialized devices that can forcibly reduce the car's traveling speed. The main function of the braking system is to decelerate or even stop a moving car, maintain a stable speed for a car going downhill, and keep a parked car stationary. Steering System: A series of devices used to change or maintain the direction of the car's movement or reverse. The function of the car's steering system is to control the car's direction of travel according to the driver's intention.
That time I was driving my sedan and accidentally let the front wheels drop into a deep pothole, the car jolted violently, which really gave me a scare. I got out to check and found a scratch on the undercarriage and some scraping on the suspension arm. If the pothole is deep, the undercarriage can easily get damaged, like the anti-collision beam bending or the drive shaft being under pressure, which can lead to rust or strange noises over time. I slowly reversed out, keeping the speed low is key to avoid secondary damage. Afterwards, I took it to the repair shop to get it lifted and checked, luckily it only cost a bit for some paintwork. My advice if you encounter a similar situation is not to stomp on the accelerator, check the tires and rims immediately, otherwise the repair costs won't be cheap.
