How often should car antifreeze be added?
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Car antifreeze should be added approximately every two years. The method for adding antifreeze is as follows: 1. Open the car hood after the engine has cooled down; 2. Open the antifreeze reservoir cap; 3. Lift the vehicle and open the radiator drain plug, drain the old antifreeze, then reinstall the drain plug; 4. Lower the vehicle and pour new antifreeze into the antifreeze reservoir. Antifreeze is a coolant containing special additives, mainly used in liquid-cooled engine cooling systems. Its functions include: 1. Excellent performance in preventing boiling in summer, preventing scale and corrosion throughout the year; 2. Preventing the coolant from freezing and cracking the radiator during cold winter parking.
As a car enthusiast who treats my car like my life, I always check the coolant level when refueling, just making sure it's between the min-max marks. Generally speaking, don't rush to top it up frequently - observe first: if the level is low, it might be due to poor sealing or evaporation, then I'll add some coolant of the same brand. For complete replacement, change the entire system approximately every two years or 30,000 kilometers - refer to the manufacturer's manual for specifics. I once neglected this and it caused engine overheating failure, costing over a thousand dollars to repair - what a lesson! My advice is to check the coolant level monthly to maintain vehicle health and prolong its lifespan, saving money while ensuring safety.
