Can You Still Drive When Prompted That the Engine Coolant Is Too Low?

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Prompted that the engine coolant is too low, you should not continue driving. If the water temperature light on the dashboard comes on, you need to add antifreeze in time; otherwise, the engine may be damaged. Below is relevant information about antifreeze: 1. The main functions of antifreeze: (1) It provides anti-corrosion protection for components of the cooling system. (2) It prevents scale and reduces the temperature of the radiator. (3) It ensures the engine operates within the normal temperature range. Therefore, when antifreeze is insufficient, it directly affects the heat dissipation efficiency of the radiator. When the water temperature is too high, the red water temperature light on the dashboard will illuminate. If you continue driving without turning off the engine at this time, it may cause engine cylinder scuffing and damage. 2. Antifreeze replacement cycle: The antifreeze replacement cycle should be based on the manufacturer's manual, typically every 2 years or 40,000 kilometers, with the longest interval being every 4 years or 60,000 kilometers. A few car manufacturers support lifetime antifreeze that does not require replacement, only regular inspections. Since this type of antifreeze has slightly poorer fluidity, attention should be paid to whether the cooling system's circulation and heat dissipation are normal. Usually, you need to monitor the antifreeze level to ensure it stays between the minimum and maximum values.