Is it necessary to install a radiator bug screen for the Tayron?

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ChristopherMarie
07/23/25 8:13pm
The radiator bug screen is not necessary for the Tayron because the car bug screen is a very fine protective mesh. Installing it will inevitably affect the radiator's wind-cooling efficiency, leading to a decrease in the radiator's cooling performance. If a car bug screen is installed, the owner should regularly remove the protective mesh for cleaning to prevent excessive accumulation of debris, which could affect the radiator's cooling. Here are the detailed information: 1. Function: The bug screen is designed to prevent insects from entering the car. In reality, the car bug screen is installed in front of the radiator condenser at the front of the car to block insects, leaves, and other debris. It can prevent external dust and haze from entering the cabin, thereby maintaining fresh and pollution-free air inside the car. However, installing a bug screen in front of the car radiator can affect cooling. 2. Introduction: The Tayron is an SUV model based on the European version of the Tiguan, built on the Volkswagen MQB A2 platform. It is equipped with the CUG 2.0T high-power engine and the DBF 2.0T low-power engine, paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission. It also features the 4MOTION intelligent four-wheel-drive system, allowing seamless switching between 4 road modes, 2 off-road modes, and 1 snow mode.
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Kristin
08/10/25 6:09pm
When I used to drive the Tayron on long highway trips, there were always a lot of bugs, and the radiator fins got clogged with insect carcasses several times, causing the engine temperature to rise. It scared me into pulling over for immediate inspection and repairs. After installing a bug screen, it’s been such a relief—the mesh blocks flying insects and debris, keeping the cooling system functioning properly. Installation is simple: just buy an inexpensive accessory (costing only a few dozen yuan), pry open the front grille, and slip it in—no technical skills required. I’d recommend it if you frequently drive in rural or highway areas; it’s absolutely worth the small cost to prevent major issues and extend the radiator’s lifespan. If you only drive short distances in the city, it might not be as necessary, but for extra peace of mind, installing one wouldn’t hurt.
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