What Are the Symptoms of Mixed Engine Oil and Coolant?
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When engine oil and coolant mix, the following situations may occur: When the engine oil contains a significant amount of water, its lubricating properties deteriorate, and its viscosity decreases. In mild cases, this can lead to premature oil degradation and rusting of mechanical parts. In severe cases, it can cause serious mechanical failures such as engine seizure or bearing damage. How to choose coolant: The basic indicators of coolant are its freezing point and boiling point. On the market, coolants are available with freezing points of -15°C, -25°C, -30°C, -40°C, etc. Generally, it is advisable to choose a coolant with a freezing point at least 10°C lower than the lowest temperature in your region. How to check if coolant is low: Observe the coolant warning light on the dashboard. If it lights up, it is likely due to low coolant, although it could also be caused by excessively high engine temperature. Check the coolant reservoir. If the level is below the minimum mark (MIN), do not continue driving and add coolant promptly. Check the water level marks on the coolant reservoir. The normal coolant level should be between the maximum and minimum marks. To determine if coolant is low, observe the marks. If the coolant is below the minimum mark, it indicates a deficiency.
