What are the consequences of insufficient water in the engine?
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Insufficient water in the engine can lead to the following consequences: 1. Decreased charging coefficient: This results in a reduction of the engine's charging coefficient. The higher the temperature, the lower the air density, leading to a decrease in the actual intake air volume of the engine. 2. Reduced charging capacity: Due to engine overheating, the temperature inside the engine compartment increases, thereby reducing the engine's charging capacity. 3. Power loss: This can cause abnormal combustion in the engine, making it prone to knocking, and resulting in a decrease in engine power. 4. Thermal degradation: It leads to thermal degradation of the materials of various engine components, and also affects the clearances between these components.
I've been repairing cars for over a decade, and it always pains me to see an engine running low on coolant. Insufficient coolant causes instant overheating - metal components expand and deform, cylinder heads may crack, and pistons can even melt. Before you know it, smoke appears and the car breaks down. Repairs aren't cheap; just fixing cylinder scoring can cost thousands, and a complete engine replacement easily runs into tens of thousands. Make it a habit to check coolant levels every three months, keeping it at the midway mark in the reservoir. Never wait until the temperature warning light comes on to take action.
