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How Many Liters of Coolant Should Generally Be Added?

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JordanLee
07/30/25 8:43am
Coolant is generally added in 5 to 6 liters, and it should be added in two steps: 1. The first step is when the vehicle is static. Add the coolant while squeezing the rubber tube by hand until the liquid level is between low and high. 2. The second step is after the vehicle has been started and driven for a distance. Observe whether the coolant level has dropped. If it has, wait for the engine to cool down after stopping, then add more coolant until it reaches the same level as the first time. Functions of coolant: 1. Prevents freezing when the vehicle is not started. 2. Cools the engine after the vehicle is started. Prevents the engine from overheating, which can cause damage. 3. Manages rust prevention and prevents excessive scale buildup that can clog the pipes.
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Can You Start the Engine If Water Enters the Exhaust Pipe?

If only a small amount of water enters the exhaust pipe, you can start the engine; however, if a large amount of water enters the exhaust pipe, it is recommended that drivers avoid starting the engine. Below is a detailed explanation: 1. Generally, a car's engine can be started as long as there is no water in the intake pipe. 2. If the water depth exceeds the height of the intake port, it is advised that drivers refrain from driving further. 3. Water entering the intake pipe can cause the engine to stall, and attempting to start it under such conditions may lead to connecting rod deformation or even cylinder perforation. 4. A small amount of water in the exhaust pipe usually does not pose a problem when starting the engine. After starting, you can press the accelerator to expel the water from the exhaust pipe once the engine temperature rises. However, if there is a significant amount of water in the exhaust pipe, it must be promptly removed to avoid damage to the catalytic converter.
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What does the yellow triangle with an exclamation mark in a car mean?

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How to Reinstall a Car Seat After Removal?

The method for reinstalling a car seat after removal is as follows: 1. For seatbelt-type car seats, installation requires certain skills and can be done in two ways: forward-facing and rear-facing, with rear-facing installation being more suitable for infants. 2. Thread the seatbelt through the seat and secure it with the seat's red locking clip. This function is used to fix the seatbelt, preventing it from sliding and failing to secure the seat properly, then insert the connector. Below is relevant information about car seats: Removal method: 1. After removing the car seat from the vehicle, adjust the shoulder straps to a relatively loose state. 2. Check the back of the seat to find the harness hooks, remove the harness from the fixed hooks at the adjustment position on the back of the seat, and store the hooks properly to avoid loss. 3. Remove the headrest fabric cover by pulling it out from the installation slot. 4. Take out the fabric cover on the seat cushion, similar to the headrest cover, by pulling it out.
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Abnormal Noise When Shifting Gears in Automatic Transmission?

Abnormal noise when shifting gears in an automatic transmission is generally caused by the following reasons: 1. The vehicle was not completely stopped before shifting. When parking, the vehicle should be brought to a complete stop before shifting the gear lever from D (Drive) to P (Park). If the vehicle is shifted to P before it is fully stopped, the P gear lock hook inside the transmission will strike the gear, producing a clunking sound. This operation can cause wear or even breakage of the lock hook, and in severe cases, may lead to transmission failure. 2. Incorrect operation sequence when parking on a slope. For automatic transmission vehicles, the P gear relies on the lock hook engaging the gear to keep the vehicle stationary. When parking on a slope, the handbrake should be engaged first before shifting to P, allowing the handbrake to bear the vehicle's sliding force. If P is engaged before the handbrake, the entire sliding force of the vehicle will be borne by the P gear lock hook, putting tension on the lock hook and gear. In this case, shifting from P to other gears will produce a noise.
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