What is the function of antifreeze in summer?
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Antifreeze plays roles in corrosion prevention, evaporation resistance, and cooling heat dissipation during summer. The main functions of antifreeze are as follows: 1. Cooling function: Cooling is the basic function of antifreeze. When the engine is running, it generates a large amount of heat, with about 60% of this heat being dissipated into the surrounding space through the cooling system. 2. Antifreeze function: In winter, when temperatures are low, antifreeze is added to the engine coolant to lower the freezing point of water, ensuring the cooling system does not freeze in cold weather and allowing the car to continue operating. 3. Anti-corrosion function: The engine and its cooling system are made of metals such as copper, iron, aluminum, steel, and solder. These metals can corrode and rust over time when exposed to water at high temperatures. Antifreeze not only prevents corrosion to the engine cooling system but also has anti-corrosion and rust removal capabilities.