How to Clean Poplar Cotton in the Car Radiator?
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Methods for cleaning poplar cotton in the car radiator: You can use high-pressure air to blow the poplar cotton off the radiator, then wipe the surface of the radiator with your hand or a cloth to remove the poplar cotton, and finally rinse the radiator surface with water. When the car is in motion, poplar cotton can easily clog the radiator and condenser, leading to poor heat dissipation and rising water temperature. If not addressed promptly, this can easily cause engine damage. Since the radiator and condenser are mostly located at the front of the vehicle where they are exposed to wind, lightweight poplar cotton floating in the air can enter the front hood after the car is running. Excessive poplar cotton, once it enters the radiator, may cause the water temperature to rise too high and slow down engine cooling. Since the radiator requires a large amount of air for heat dissipation and its cooling holes are narrow, dust and poplar cotton that enter are not easy to fall out.
Last time I encountered this situation, the front of the car was clogged with poplar cotton, and the air conditioning wasn't cooling properly. Cleaning it isn't too difficult, but you have to be careful. My approach was to wait until the engine completely cooled down, then use a high-pressure air gun to blow directly at the radiator fins. The fluff-like debris was easily blown out. Using a household water gun to rinse is also an option, but don't use too much pressure, or the radiator fins could get damaged. Prevention is key. During spring when there's a lot of poplar cotton, I install a protective mesh over the front of the radiator to block most of the debris. Regular checks can reduce issues. A clogged radiator not only increases fuel consumption but also makes the engine prone to overheating, affecting driving safety. Spending a little on accessories ensures long-term peace of mind with maintenance.
