2000 Peugeot Partner fLOODING

Tiny
ALYSONMACCONNACHIE
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  • 2000 PEUGEOT PARTNER
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • MANUAL
  • 14,000 MILES
Hi, my husband drove his van through a road with a flood, thinking it would pass easily as it had previously. His van died in the middle and had to be towed out. The engine started immediatly and he drove home with the footwells full of water. It drives very jerky and a lot of white steam/smoke coming from the exhaust. Do you think it will dry out ok and be fine? The water didnt get above his ankle when he was driving. Thanks
Saturday, September 5th, 2009 AT 10:59 AM

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Tiny
DAVE H
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It is possible the exhaust got full of water on it is steaming off. You could try letting it steam away and clear. If it does not clear up or the jerking becomes worse have a repair centre check the vehicle. If he tried to start the car whilst in the puddle it is possible he has sucked up rain water into the engine and damaged it !
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Tuesday, September 15th, 2009 AT 6:01 AM

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