How to Determine if the Radiator is Leaking?

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To determine if the radiator is leaking, you can follow these methods: fill the radiator with water, check after a few hours to see if the water level has decreased, inspect the ground for any water puddles, or visit a repair shop to examine it on a lift, as it might be a pipe leak. If the car owner notices any signs of radiator leakage, they should first take the vehicle to an auto repair shop for inspection and replace the radiator if necessary to prevent other potential automotive issues. The car radiator, also known as the heat exchanger, is a key component in the vehicle's cooling system. Its function is to dissipate heat—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, achieving the effect of heat dissipation and temperature regulation.