What is Coolant?
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Automotive coolant, also known as antifreeze coolant, is a medium that ensures the proper functioning of water-cooled engines. The main components of coolant are: water, antifreeze, and additives. Depending on its composition, it can be classified into: alcohol-based, glycerol-based, and ethylene glycol-based. The functions of automotive coolant are: 1. Prevent engine block from cracking: Prevents the coolant from freezing and causing the radiator and engine block to crack after parking in winter. 2. Prevent corrosion: Protects the radiator, water pump, engine block and cylinder head, and water distribution pipes from corrosion. 3. Reduce scale formation: Minimizes scale buildup to avoid clogging the circulation pipes and affecting the cooling system's heat dissipation function. 4. Meet cooling demands: Satisfies the heat dissipation and cooling requirements of high-load engines.