What Are the Reasons for Constant Water Shortage in the Car's Coolant Reservoir?

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Water shortage in the coolant reservoir may be due to leaks in the cooling system or excessively high coolant temperatures. Below is relevant information: 1. Specific reasons: Frequent water shortage indicates leaks in the cooling system or minor cylinder head gasket failure. Excessively high coolant temperatures may cause system water shortage. Leaking coolant can be observed from the front of the engine. A seized water pump will damage the timing belt, leading to piston-valve contact and other related component failures. A blown cylinder head gasket (affecting air or water passages) may mix with engine oil or be expelled through the exhaust pipe. Coolant reservoir leakage. 2. Consequences of engine water shortage: Engine water shortage can cause severe engine damage, resulting in carbon buildup on piston tops and engine overheating. High engine temperatures will cause carbon deposits to accumulate on piston crowns, combustion chamber walls, and spark plugs, leading to premature ignition of the air-fuel mixture.