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Expert: Over-confidence in Driving Through Floods Can Backfire

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 5 — The over-confidence of drivers who take the risk of ploughing through a flood in order to continue their journey can result in them being stranded in the middle of an inundation.

According to Bentong, Pahang GiatMara Skills Training Centre manager, Mohd Aizat Abd Aziz, any motor vehicle is at risk of damage if flooded, especially present vehicles which use the electronic fuel injection system.

“The cost of repairing damage to flooded car can reach thousands of ringgit, especially current vehicles that already use ‘electronic fuel injection’ because it has many ‘sensors’ and is more sensitive.

“If you insist on through flood water, make sure the water does not exceed the level of the air intake suction, namely, it does not pass the hood or bonnet for cars, and for motorcycles, (water) does not exceed the level of the rider’s seat,” he said when contacted by Bernama today.

However, Mohd Aizat, who had 10 years of experience as an instructor in the automotive field at the training centre, warned drivers not to take the risk of driving during floods.

Mohd Aizat said the centre, which also conducted community vehicle repair services, received two to three vehicles a day during the flood season.

“The common damage is water entering the carburetor for vehicles that are still using the carburetor.

‘’We also receive many cars which broke down due to short circuits, namely, the failure of the electronic system after they were driven in a flood,” he added.

He also shared vehicle care tips during the flood season such as parking vehicles in safe places such as high places or areas that are not easily flooded.

“Drive the vehicle slowly because driving fast can cause the tires to lose grip. Also, use low gear and maintain the driving momentum.

“Also check the engine or ‘gearbox’ by checking the car’s dipstick. If it exceeds the appropriate amount it means water has entered the engine,” he advised.

 

Source: Twitter

Adib Mohd

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