Will the Transmission of a Flooded Car Get Water Inside?
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When the water level reaches two specific positions, the transmission will get water inside: If the water level is more than two-thirds of the wheel height, the probability of the vehicle's transmission getting water inside is about 80% to 90%; if the water has already reached the dashboard level, the transmission is 100% flooded. Here are three practices for driving through water: 1. Turn off the air conditioning: When the air conditioning is on, the electronic fan at the front of the vehicle will rotate. During water wading, the rotating fan blades can stir up water, potentially causing water to enter the transmission. Therefore, it's advisable to turn off the air conditioning before wading and wait for the electronic fan to stop before entering the waterlogged area. 2. Pay attention to oncoming traffic: When wading through water, if there is oncoming traffic, be sure to observe the height of the water waves in front of the opposing vehicle. If the waves are too high, you should accelerate appropriately. The reason is that the waves generated by your vehicle can counteract those from the oncoming vehicle, reducing the impact. It's crucial not to panic or brake suddenly in such situations. 3. Turn off all electrical devices: Before wading, turn off all onboard electrical devices, such as the air conditioning and dash cams, to prevent water ingress that could lead to power failure or short circuits.
