Do Small Cars Need to Have Their Radiators Topped Up Regularly?

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If it's a new car and there are no signs of water seepage, dripping, or leakage, there's no need to add water for 2 years. After 2 years, visit a 4S shop to replace the antifreeze. However, it's essential to develop the habit of regularly checking the coolant level in the radiator. Here is some relevant information: 1. Precautions for adding water to a car: Do not use ordinary water as a substitute for antifreeze. Avoid mixing antifreeze of different colors and specifications. When using antifreeze from different brands, try to drain the original antifreeze from the cooling system thoroughly. The choice of coolant is mainly based on the local minimum temperature, and it is generally all-season when leaving the factory. 2. The difference between purified water and antifreeze: The water added to a car's radiator is not tap water or purified water but car antifreeze. Of course, in an emergency situation where car antifreeze is not available, a small amount of purified water can be added, but only a little, as the consequences of adding too much can be very serious.