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If your vehicle has been in flood waters there are some checks to be made to determine if there has been any car damage done.

Where you can see evidence of water having entered the passenger area i.e. damp seating or wet carpet, do not start your car up. There is a possibility that water has affected the electrical system. A short circuit could result in airbags deploying and/or further damage to your vehicle.

Whether or not the water level has reached the car's interior, the brakes may have been compromised. Get them tested. In any case your vehicle will need to be checked out by a garage sooner rather than later.

Damp patches tend to smell if left to dry out naturally. Having your vehicle professionally valeted is worth considering.

Water has most probably entered the engine if the engine oil and transmission fluid looks watered down, milky or beige in colour. If this is the case do not drive your car, as any damage already done can be compounded. A tow to the mechanic is the only sensible option.

Similarly, if the air filter shows signs of dampness it will need to be replaced, along with the oil.

Where water has got inside the headlight and taillight casings the bulbs will need to be changed.

If you've been unlucky enough to have sustained flood damage to your car you will no doubt be interested in looking up your car insurance to see if you are covered.

Flood damage to cars is generally covered under the most fully comprehensive car insurance policies. In the main, those with only "third party, fire and theft" policies will not be covered.

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