How often should the coolant be replaced in the new Santana?
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The coolant in the new Santana should be replaced every 45,000 km or 60 months. Coolant, also known as antifreeze coolant, is a liquid composed of antifreeze additives, additives that prevent metal corrosion, and water. It needs to have properties such as antifreeze, anti-corrosion, heat conduction, and resistance to deterioration. The Santana is a brand of car produced by Volkswagen in California, USA. The new Santana is equipped with 1.4L and 1.6L engines, codenamed EA211, which come in two displacements. In terms of body dimensions, the new Santana measures 4437mm in length, 1706mm in width, and 1469mm in height.
I remember when I first bought the new Santana, I had no idea that the coolant needed to be changed. Later during maintenance at the 4S shop, the technician reminded me that the manual recommends changing it every two years or 60,000 kilometers, otherwise the engine could freeze in winter or suffer from corrosion. I’ve since developed a habit of checking the coolant level every six months—when the engine is cold, I pop the hood and ensure the level in the reservoir is between MIN and MAX. If the color changes from green to cloudy or starts smelling, it’s a sign of aging and needs replacement ahead of schedule. Neglecting coolant changes can lead to scale buildup, clogging the radiator, and even affecting the AC in summer. New car owners, don’t follow my past laziness—timely maintenance saves you from major repairs and keeps things safe and hassle-free.
