What Happens If a Car Lacks Coolant?
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If a car lacks coolant, the coolant warning light on the dashboard will illuminate. Coolant Replacement Method: Before completely replacing the coolant, conduct a thorough inspection to check for any signs of leakage or cracks in the pipes, with a special focus on the five-way hose. The five-way hose gets its name from having five connections to different parts of the car. The coolant flows through this hose and is distributed to various parts of the vehicle to perform its function. If there is any leakage of coolant in this area, the hose should be replaced or the connections should be re-secured as necessary. Drain the old coolant and then flush the liquid channels with clean water. Add clean water to the coolant reservoir and continue to pour water into the reservoir, allowing it to flow continuously through the engine cooling system. Then, start the engine and let it idle for 3 to 5 minutes to circulate the water. Initially, the water draining from the reservoir may appear slightly pinkish. Continue adding clean water until the water coming out is clear. Note: Don’t forget to remove the heater hose and drain the water from the heater core. After draining for about an hour, add the new coolant through the radiator hose, which allows the coolant to flow quickly into the radiator. Then, add another container of coolant to the reservoir until it is nearly full. Start the engine and let it run for about 10 minutes. During this time, the coolant level will drop slightly as air is purged from the cooling system. Add more coolant until the level reaches the "MAX" mark on the reservoir.
