How often should coolant be added to the Hyundai Elantra's radiator?
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Hyundai Elantra's radiator requires regular inspection, and coolant should be added promptly when levels are low. The car radiator, generally referring to the automobile cooling system's heat exchanger, consists of three main parts: the inlet chamber, outlet chamber, main plate, and radiator core. Its primary function is to dissipate heat. The coolant absorbs heat in the water jacket, flows to the radiator to release the heat, and then returns to the water jacket in a continuous cycle. This process achieves temperature regulation and heat dissipation, making it a crucial component of the car engine. The radiator is a vital part of water-cooled engines, serving as a key element in the engine's cooling circuit. It absorbs heat from the engine block to prevent overheating. Due to water's high specific heat capacity, the temperature rise after absorbing the engine block's heat is relatively moderate. Thus, the engine's heat is transferred through the liquid cooling circuit using water as the heat carrier. The heat is then dissipated via large-area cooling fins through convection, maintaining the engine's optimal operating temperature.