Parts that are easily damaged when a car is exposed to rain.
Heavy rain not only reduces driver visibility but also damages many parts of the car.
Besides making driving difficult for the driver, driving in the rain also causes many car parts to easily malfunction.
Windshield wipers
When driving in the rain, the windshield wipers have to work at full capacity. Therefore, if you notice signs such as the wipers not cleaning properly or a lot of water streaks on the windshield, you need to check and replace them. In addition, squeaking or vibrating wipers are also signs of malfunction. Typically, wiper blades have a lifespan of 6 months to 1 year.
Lighting system
Some types of lights, such as headlights, fog lights, and brake lights, are often kept on continuously to ensure safety when driving in heavy rain. Therefore, car lights can malfunction at any time when dealing with heavy rain.
Rubber seal at the edge of the window glass
Frequent driving in the rain can put significant stress on the rubber seals at the edges of car windows, causing them to deteriorate quickly. If the rubber seals are damaged, water will leak inside. Therefore, users should regularly check the edges of the car windows to ensure the rubber seals are functioning properly.
Belt
The drive belt is positioned low, and since the engine compartment is not completely sealed, mud, dirt, and water can easily accumulate, causing the belt to slip. Excessive slippage can lead to insufficient power to the power steering, air conditioning compressor, or alternator, resulting in various malfunctions.
If you notice water or mud on the drive belt, clean the belt and pulleys.
Braking system
Driving in heavy rain can easily cause disc brakes to corrode or lead to problems like the handbrake getting stuck, slow brake release, etc. The main reason is that rainwater seeps in, causing rust on the movable joint of the brake caliper.
Undercarriage parts
Although painted with anti-rust paint, over time, the undercarriage components gradually lose their functionality. When water, mud, and dirt accumulate, oxidation occurs. Furthermore, mud and dirt get into the moving joints of the suspension and steering systems, causing damage.
