Can Antifreeze Be Used in Summer?
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Antifreeze can be used in summer. The full name of antifreeze is antifreeze coolant, which is a type of coolant containing special additives, primarily used in liquid-cooled engine cooling systems. It contains calcium chloride, methanol, ethanol, ethylene glycol, and glycerin. The functions of antifreeze are: 1. To provide freeze protection for the engine against low-temperature environments; 2. To offer efficient heat dissipation. The method for replacing antifreeze is: 1. Open the car hood after the engine has cooled down; 2. Open the antifreeze reservoir cap; 3. Lift the vehicle and open the radiator drain plug, drain the old antifreeze, then reinstall the drain plug; 4. Lower the vehicle and pour new antifreeze into the antifreeze reservoir.
Antifreeze can definitely be used in summer; I think it's just another term for coolant. The engine generates high temperatures regardless of winter or summer, and it gets even worse in the heat of summer, with temperatures exceeding 100 degrees Celsius. If you only use pure water as a substitute, the water will boil and evaporate, causing rust or corrosion in the hoses and engine block. Antifreeze contains special additives that raise the boiling point to prevent overheating and also protect metal components from rusting. I recommend checking the antifreeze level in summer—if the color is dark brown and cloudy, replace it. The ideal concentration is 50% antifreeze and 50% water. Otherwise, it may lead to engine burn-out, which can be costly to repair. Remember to maintain it regularly, checking the fluid quality twice a year to ensure it effectively protects the engine all year round. This way, driving will be safe and durable—don’t skimp on small expenses and risk big problems.
