What Causes Antifreeze to Enter the Engine Block?
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Antifreeze entering the engine block can be caused by: 1. Cracks: The engine block develops cracks under high temperatures. 2. Service life: Prolonged vehicle use leads to natural aging, resulting in cracks. 3. Aging: The engine and radiator gaskets or rubber seals deteriorate and fail, causing leaks. 4. Human error: Mistaking antifreeze for engine oil and adding it to the engine. The full name of antifreeze should be antifreeze coolant, meaning it is a coolant with antifreeze properties. Antifreeze prevents the coolant from freezing in cold winter conditions, which could otherwise crack the radiator or damage the engine block or cylinder head.