Can You Add Water Directly to Car Coolant?
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You cannot add water to car coolant. Adding water will lower the boiling point of the coolant, potentially causing the car to overheat, and it will also raise the freezing point of the coolant. The car coolant is located in the coolant reservoir on the right side of the engine compartment. Coolant, also known as antifreeze, serves the purpose of preventing the coolant from freezing in cold weather, which could otherwise crack the radiator or damage the engine block. Precautions for using car coolant include: 1. Do not mix different types of antifreeze; 2. Do not open the radiator cap or drain valve immediately after driving the car; 3. When replacing the coolant, ensure all the old antifreeze is completely removed and the radiator is thoroughly cleaned.