06/01/2021
WHAT TO DO IF YOUR CAR IS FLOODED
1. Don't try to start the vehicle
It's the golden rule after your car gets flooded. Never attempt to start the vehicle.
Even if the flood didn't cover the roof of your vehicle, you should never try to start it, no matter what. That's because water could have already entered the engine and mixed with the oil and other fluids. It also could have seeped into your transmission, fuel tank, and other mechanical components. Coolant aside, water and other vehicle fluids don't go together well and starting it will lead to more damage.
2. Disconnect the battery and check electricals
It's not just the engine that takes a hit when the car's swimming around floods. The electrical system will likely have taken a hit too. As with any electrical component, water and electronics don't mix.
3. Evaluate the damage
Before even opening the vehicle, you should evaluate and inspect how deep the floodwaters were. Doing so will give you a rough idea of what damage happened the vehicle incurred. If the water line barely touched the door, then the damage is likely not that bad. But if the water is up to the dashboard or if the car ended up getting completely submerged, well, that's an entirely different story. What is safe to do is to call up your service centre or Auto Assist to tow your car to service centre for the car inspection.
4. Dry out the interior
Flood water is hard to clean out, and you have to accept that the interior will never be the same again. Still, it's not an excuse to leave it as is.
Once floodwaters subside, open the doors and air the cabin out. Take out the mats, seat cover, and trunk carpet if needed. While you're at it, remove most of the interior trim, including the seats, carpet, and even the headliner.
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