Will Water Enter the CVT Transmission When Driving Through Water?
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Driving through water typically does not allow water to enter the CVT transmission. Below is a detailed introduction about the car's CVT transmission: Overview: CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission), directly translated as a continuously variable transmission, as the name suggests, does not have specific gears. It is similar to an automatic transmission, but the change in gear ratio differs from the gear-shifting process of an automatic transmission, instead being a continuous process, thus ensuring smooth and uninterrupted power transmission. Principle: Its principle is similar to that of a conventional transmission, where several sets of gears of different sizes engage and disengage under control to form different gear ratios, much like how a bicycle's pedals drive the wheels at varying speeds through the chain and different-sized sprockets.
From a structural design perspective, although the CVT transmission housing is sealed, prolonged submersion or water levels exceeding the chassis height can cause serious issues. The transmission has vulnerable points like cooling vents and axle seals, which are prone to leakage under high-pressure water accumulation. Last year, my friend's car had its transmission fluid turn milky brown after driving through water. It's strongly advised to avoid forcing through flooded areas—if water reaches halfway up the tires, don't proceed. If absolutely necessary, use low gear and maintain steady speed. Never attempt to restart the engine after stalling, or the repair costs could equal buying a new smartphone.
