How to Drive Through Flooded Areas

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How to Drive Through Flooded Areas

Assess the water level before proceeding:
Below 20 cm (half-wheel depth): Safe to drive through.
20–40 cm (above the door sill): Exercise extra caution.
Above 40 cm (or reaching the exhaust pipe/front grille): Do not attempt to drive through; avoid the area or find an alternative route.
Turn off the air conditioning immediately: This prevents the radiator fan from operating, which could otherwise splash water into the engine bay or damage the fan blades.