Can You Still Drive If the Coolant Level Is Below the Minimum Mark in a New Car?
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If the coolant level is below the minimum mark, you should not continue driving and must replenish the coolant promptly. If the temperature warning light on the dashboard illuminates, you need to add coolant immediately; otherwise, it may cause damage to the engine. The method for replacing coolant is as follows: Before completely replacing the coolant, conduct a thorough inspection to check for any signs of leaks or cracks in the pipes, with a particular focus on the five-way hose. Coolant flows through the five-way hose and is then distributed to different parts of the car to function. If there are any signs of coolant leakage in this section, replace the hose or reseal the connection as needed. Drain the old coolant, then flush the fluid channels with clean water. Add clean water to the coolant reservoir and continue filling it until water flows continuously through the engine cooling system. Then, start the engine and let it idle for 3 to 5 minutes to circulate the water. Initially, the water draining from the reservoir may appear slightly pinkish. Continue adding clean water until the drained water runs clear. Note: Remember to disconnect the heater hose and drain the water from the heater core. Approximately one hour after draining, add new coolant through the radiator hose. Then, pour another container of coolant into the coolant reservoir until it is nearly full. Start the engine and let it run for about 10 minutes. As some air is expelled from the cooling system, the coolant level will drop slightly. Top up the coolant again until it reaches the "MAXT" mark on the reservoir.
