How Often Should Water Be Added to a Car Radiator?
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The normal capacity of a radiator should be between the MIN and MAX marks. When the water level in the antifreeze tank falls below the minimum mark, it's time to add water promptly. The replacement cycle for radiator antifreeze is generally every two years or every 30,000-40,000 kilometers driven. Vehicles with high usage frequency should consider replacing it earlier. Only antifreeze should be added; never use tap water. Below are some precautions regarding adding water to a car radiator: 1. Choose antifreeze based on the vehicle's origin. Generally, antifreeze for domestic cars and imported cars should not be mixed. Therefore, when purchasing, select the appropriate antifreeze according to your vehicle's origin. This is because the rust inhibitors, defoamers, and colorants in imported cars differ chemically from those in domestic antifreeze. Mixing them can cause chemical reactions, leading to scaling, corrosion, and other adverse effects. 2. Try to choose all-season antifreeze. Most antifreeze products today are all-season, eliminating the hassle of changing antifreeze in winter. 3. Some antifreeze coolants need to be mixed with water in a certain ratio to be effective. Regardless of the type of antifreeze coolant purchased, it's best to read the instructions before use to ensure everything is done correctly.
