Can Antifreeze Be Diluted with Water?
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Antifreeze can be diluted with water, but only distilled water should be used, and it should not be added in excessive amounts. Adding too much water can impair the radiator's functionality. Antifreeze is primarily an aqueous solution of ethylene glycol. Its main purpose is to prevent the coolant from freezing in cold winter conditions, which could otherwise cause the radiator to crack or damage the engine block due to expansion. The full name is antifreeze coolant. Antifreeze is a specially formulated coolant additive designed for liquid-cooled engine cooling systems. It offers excellent performance in preventing freezing in winter, boiling in summer, and inhibiting scale and corrosion year-round. A typical antifreeze formula consists of purified water, methanol, and other substances, including dyes, corrosion inhibitors, and descaling agents. It is recommended to use antifreeze as the engine's circulating fluid to ensure optimal heat dissipation, effective cold-weather protection, and overall engine performance.