{"id":119753,"date":"2024-05-13T13:39:58","date_gmt":"2024-05-13T13:39:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dubizzle.com\/blog\/cars\/?p=119753"},"modified":"2024-05-13T13:40:35","modified_gmt":"2024-05-13T13:40:35","slug":"hydrolocked-engine","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dubizzle.com\/blog\/cars\/hydrolocked-engine\/","title":{"rendered":"All About a Hydrolocked Engine"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"#h-what-is-a-hydrolocked-engine\">Overview<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-symptoms-of-a-hydrolocked-engine\">Symptoms<\/a>&nbsp;<\/li><li><a href=\"#h-causes-of-a-hydrolocked-car-engine\">Causes<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-damage-caused-by-a-hydrolocked-engine\">Damage Effects<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-how-to-fix-a-hydrolocked-engine\">Fixes and Repair<\/a>&nbsp;<\/li><li><a href=\"#h-faqs\">FAQs<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>A car engine can be affected in several ways. Among them, the most damaging is hydrolocking. It occurs when water or other fluids enter the car engine, seizing its performance. Moreover, the large amount of fluid in the hydrolocked engine hinders the pistons\u2019 movement, entering the intake filter.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here is a detailed overview of a hydrolocked engine. We have listed the symptoms of a hydrolocked engine, its causes and fixes.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-a-hydrolocked-engine\"><strong>What is a Hydrolocked Engine?<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A hydrolocked engine is one of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dubizzle.com\/blog\/cars\/signs-fixes-water-damage-car-engine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">effects of water on a car\u2019s engine<\/a>. It occurs when a significant amount of water enters the cylinders of an internal combustion engine, preventing the pistons\u2019 movement.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This happens when a vehicle&#8217;s air intake sucks in water instead of air. It often occurs when driving through flooded areas or deep water. Moreover, the water blocks the normal combustion process, causing severe damage to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dubizzle.com\/blog\/cars\/car-engine-parts-types\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">car engine components<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-symptoms-of-a-hydrolocked-engine\"><strong>Symptoms of a Hydrolocked Engine<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When a car engine gets hydrolocked, it exhibits poor engine performance and affects other engine components. In addition, here are the common symptoms of a hydrolocked engine.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-engine-stalling\">Engine Stalling&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dubizzle.com\/blog\/cars\/cars-engine-stalling-causes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">car engine may get stalled<\/a> by the sudden cessation of engine operation while driving or idling.&nbsp; The disruption of the combustion process leads to a loss of power and causes the engine to stall.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-knocking-or-hammering-noises\">Knocking or Hammering Noises<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A knocking or hammering sound is among the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dubizzle.com\/blog\/cars\/car-sounds-not-ignore\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">car noises<\/a> that you should not neglect. These noises are also a sign of a hydrolocked engine. This sound is a result of the pistons encountering resistance as they try to compress the water trapped in the combustion chamber.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"658\" src=\"https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/13055304\/All-About-a-Hydrolocked-Engine-body-image-1024x658.jpg\" alt=\"hydrolock engine symptoms such as engine stalling\" class=\"wp-image-119817\" srcset=\"https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/13055304\/All-About-a-Hydrolocked-Engine-body-image-1024x658.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/13055304\/All-About-a-Hydrolocked-Engine-body-image-300x193.jpg 300w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/13055304\/All-About-a-Hydrolocked-Engine-body-image-768x494.jpg 768w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/13055304\/All-About-a-Hydrolocked-Engine-body-image-622x400.jpg 622w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/13055304\/All-About-a-Hydrolocked-Engine-body-image-409x263.jpg 409w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/13055304\/All-About-a-Hydrolocked-Engine-body-image-543x349.jpg 543w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/13055304\/All-About-a-Hydrolocked-Engine-body-image-353x227.jpg 353w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/13055304\/All-About-a-Hydrolocked-Engine-body-image-243x156.jpg 243w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/13055304\/All-About-a-Hydrolocked-Engine-body-image-358x230.jpg 358w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/13055304\/All-About-a-Hydrolocked-Engine-body-image-753x484.jpg 753w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/13055304\/All-About-a-Hydrolocked-Engine-body-image-653x420.jpg 653w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/13055304\/All-About-a-Hydrolocked-Engine-body-image-425x273.jpg 425w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/13055304\/All-About-a-Hydrolocked-Engine-body-image-292x188.jpg 292w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/13055304\/All-About-a-Hydrolocked-Engine-body-image-233x150.jpg 233w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/13055304\/All-About-a-Hydrolocked-Engine-body-image-750x482.jpg 750w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/13055304\/All-About-a-Hydrolocked-Engine-body-image-650x418.jpg 650w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/13055304\/All-About-a-Hydrolocked-Engine-body-image-423x272.jpg 423w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>Engine stalling, fluid leaks and poor performance indicate an engine problem.  Image Credits: Shutterstock Image Contributor &#8211; KANGWANS<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-fluid-leaks\">Fluid Leaks&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Fluid leaks can also be one of the symptoms of a hydrolocked engine. When water enters the combustion chambers, it can cause mechanical damage to different parts such as a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dubizzle.com\/blog\/cars\/cylinder-head\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">cylinder head<\/a>. As a result, coolant or oil leaks from the engine, visible as puddles or drips beneath the vehicle.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-smoke-from-exhaust\">Smoke From Exhaust&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When a hydrolocked engine is started, the water mixes with the air-fuel mixture and is burned incompletely. This incomplete combustion <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dubizzle.com\/blog\/cars\/white-smoke-from-exhaust\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">causes white smoke from the exhaust<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-causes-of-a-hydrolocked-car-engine\"><strong>Causes of a Hydrolocked Car Engine&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>An engine can get hydrolocked when a car is driven over deep puddles or severe rainstorms. Here are the common causes of this severe engine problem.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-driving-through-deep-water\">Driving through deep water<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Driving through deep water is one of the primary causes of a hydrolocked engine. When a vehicle&#8217;s air intake system submerges in deep water, the water draws into the engine cylinders instead of air.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once water enters the combustion chambers of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dubizzle.com\/blog\/cars\/flooded-car-repair\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">flooded vehicle<\/a>, it disrupts the normal piston movement and combustion process. As a result, the engine seizes.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"658\" src=\"https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/13055322\/All-About-a-Hydrolocked-Engine-body-image-1-1024x658.jpg\" alt=\"car engine hydrolock when driving through water\" class=\"wp-image-119818\" srcset=\"https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/13055322\/All-About-a-Hydrolocked-Engine-body-image-1-1024x658.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/13055322\/All-About-a-Hydrolocked-Engine-body-image-1-300x193.jpg 300w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/13055322\/All-About-a-Hydrolocked-Engine-body-image-1-768x494.jpg 768w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/13055322\/All-About-a-Hydrolocked-Engine-body-image-1-622x400.jpg 622w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/13055322\/All-About-a-Hydrolocked-Engine-body-image-1-409x263.jpg 409w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/13055322\/All-About-a-Hydrolocked-Engine-body-image-1-543x349.jpg 543w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/13055322\/All-About-a-Hydrolocked-Engine-body-image-1-353x227.jpg 353w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/13055322\/All-About-a-Hydrolocked-Engine-body-image-1-243x156.jpg 243w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/13055322\/All-About-a-Hydrolocked-Engine-body-image-1-358x230.jpg 358w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/13055322\/All-About-a-Hydrolocked-Engine-body-image-1-753x484.jpg 753w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/13055322\/All-About-a-Hydrolocked-Engine-body-image-1-653x420.jpg 653w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/13055322\/All-About-a-Hydrolocked-Engine-body-image-1-425x273.jpg 425w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/13055322\/All-About-a-Hydrolocked-Engine-body-image-1-292x188.jpg 292w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/13055322\/All-About-a-Hydrolocked-Engine-body-image-1-233x150.jpg 233w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/13055322\/All-About-a-Hydrolocked-Engine-body-image-1-750x482.jpg 750w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/13055322\/All-About-a-Hydrolocked-Engine-body-image-1-650x418.jpg 650w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/13055322\/All-About-a-Hydrolocked-Engine-body-image-1-423x272.jpg 423w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>Excessive water seizes the engine operation. Image Credits: Shutterstock Image Contributor &#8211; mykhailo pavlenko<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-blown-head-gasket-or-cracked-cylinder-head\">Blown Head Gasket or Cracked Cylinder Head&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dubizzle.com\/blog\/cars\/blown-head-gasket-causes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">blown head gasket<\/a> contributes to hydrolock, although it&#8217;s not as direct a cause as water ingestion through the intake system. When a head gasket fails, it creates pathways for coolant to leak into the combustion chamber.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After enough coolant enters the cylinder, it mixes with the air-fuel mixture. This process disrupts combustion and causes hydrolock. A hydrolocked engine is also caused by a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dubizzle.com\/blog\/cars\/cracked-cylinder-heads\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">cracked cylinder head<\/a> where the cylinders stop moving due to excessive water or fluid.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-damage-caused-by-a-hydrolocked-engine\"><strong>Damage Caused by A Hydrolocked Engine&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If a hydrolocked car engine is left unattended for a long time, it can cause damage to other car parts. This damage significantly affects the vehicle&#8217;s overall performance, compromising road safety.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Additionally, hydrolocking can damage the following components:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Pistons<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dubizzle.com\/blog\/cars\/engine-connecting-rod\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Connecting rods<\/a><\/li><li>Engine block<\/li><li>Cylinder head<\/li><li>Valves<\/li><li>Camshafts<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dubizzle.com\/blog\/cars\/crankshaft\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Crankshaft<\/a><\/li><li>Ignition system<\/li><li>Sensors<\/li><li>Wiring harnesses<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-fix-a-hydrolocked-engine\"><strong>How to Fix a Hydrolocked Engine<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Fixing a hydrolocked engine is a complex process. It is best handled by a professional mechanic due to the risk of causing further damage.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here&#8217;s a simplified overview of the fixing process.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Water Drainage:<\/strong> First, the mechanic removes the spark plugs and cranks the engine without starting it to expel water from the cylinders. The car battery is disconnected first for safety.<\/li><li><strong>Component Inspection:<\/strong> The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dubizzle.com\/blog\/cars\/spark-plugs-in-a-car\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">spark plugs<\/a> and cylinders are examined for damage. They are also dried with compressed air or absorbent clothes.<\/li><li><strong>Filter and Oil Change:<\/strong> Water contamination can ruin engine oil, so the oil is changed and the filter is replaced.<\/li><li><strong>Reassembling:<\/strong> Once everything gets dry and inspected, the spark plugs are reinstalled and the battery is restarted. After that, the mechanic restarts the engine.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"658\" src=\"https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/13055347\/All-About-a-Hydrolocked-Engine-body-image-2-1-1024x658.jpg\" alt=\"how to fix hydrolocked engine\" class=\"wp-image-119819\" srcset=\"https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/13055347\/All-About-a-Hydrolocked-Engine-body-image-2-1-1024x658.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/13055347\/All-About-a-Hydrolocked-Engine-body-image-2-1-300x193.jpg 300w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/13055347\/All-About-a-Hydrolocked-Engine-body-image-2-1-768x494.jpg 768w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/13055347\/All-About-a-Hydrolocked-Engine-body-image-2-1-622x400.jpg 622w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/13055347\/All-About-a-Hydrolocked-Engine-body-image-2-1-409x263.jpg 409w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/13055347\/All-About-a-Hydrolocked-Engine-body-image-2-1-543x349.jpg 543w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/13055347\/All-About-a-Hydrolocked-Engine-body-image-2-1-353x227.jpg 353w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/13055347\/All-About-a-Hydrolocked-Engine-body-image-2-1-243x156.jpg 243w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/13055347\/All-About-a-Hydrolocked-Engine-body-image-2-1-358x230.jpg 358w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/13055347\/All-About-a-Hydrolocked-Engine-body-image-2-1-753x484.jpg 753w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/13055347\/All-About-a-Hydrolocked-Engine-body-image-2-1-653x420.jpg 653w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/13055347\/All-About-a-Hydrolocked-Engine-body-image-2-1-425x273.jpg 425w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/13055347\/All-About-a-Hydrolocked-Engine-body-image-2-1-292x188.jpg 292w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/13055347\/All-About-a-Hydrolocked-Engine-body-image-2-1-233x150.jpg 233w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/13055347\/All-About-a-Hydrolocked-Engine-body-image-2-1-750x482.jpg 750w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/13055347\/All-About-a-Hydrolocked-Engine-body-image-2-1-650x418.jpg 650w, https:\/\/d2hucwwplm5rxi.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/13055347\/All-About-a-Hydrolocked-Engine-body-image-2-1-423x272.jpg 423w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>Fixing a hydro-locked engine comes with a huge cost. Image Credits: Shutterstock Image Contributor &#8211; mkfilm<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Moreover, fixing a hydrolocked engine is quite expensive. In the UAE, it costs around <strong>AED 11,000<\/strong> to <strong>AED 37,000<\/strong>, depending on the severity and engine damage.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-faqs\"><strong>FAQs<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-causes-a-hydrolocked-engine\">What causes a hydrolocked engine?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Hydrolocking occurs when water enters the engine&#8217;s combustion chambers, often due to driving through deep water or flooding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-can-you-turn-over-a-hydrolocked-engine\">Can you turn over a hydrolocked engine?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Turning over a hydrolocked engine can cause further damage to internal components, such as bending connecting rods or damaging pistons. In such cases, seek professional assistance to address the issue properly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-can-a-hydrolocked-engine-be-fixed\">Can a hydrolocked engine be fixed?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, a hydrolocked engine can be fixed, but it depends on the damage extent. It may also require component replacement or engine rebuilding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With that, we wrap up the details of a hydrolocked engine. Such severe issues are also one of the main reasons to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dubizzle.com\/blog\/cars\/avoid-buying-flood-damaged-vehicles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">avoid buying flood-damaged vehicles<\/a>.&nbsp; What\u2019s more, hydrolocking significantly affects a car&#8217;s running and damages other parts.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If your car is showing signs of engine damage or breaking down frequently, it is time for a switch. For that, you can browse these <a href=\"https:\/\/uae.dubizzle.com\/motors\/used-cars\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">used cars for sale in the UAE<\/a> that offer a myriad of choices for your next ride.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Stay connected with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dubizzle.com\/blog\/cars\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">dubizzle\u2019s autos blog<\/a> to learn more about various car problems, their causes and symptoms.&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When left unattended for a long time, a hydrolocked car engine damaged other components. 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