What is the low coolant level warning light icon?
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When the coolant level is low, a thermometer icon will illuminate on the vehicle's dashboard. The functions of coolant are as follows: 1. Cooling function: Cooling is the basic function of coolant. When the engine is running, it generates a large amount of heat, with 60% of this heat being dissipated to the surrounding space through the cooling system. Water and methanol-based coolants have low boiling points and are prone to boiling. If the vehicle operates under conditions where the coolant is boiling, even for a short period, it can cause engine damage or even complete failure. 2. Anti-corrosion function: The cooling system consists of components such as the radiator, water pump, cylinder block, cylinder head, and water distribution pipes made from various metals including steel, cast iron, brass, copper, aluminum, and solder. Due to the different electrode potentials of these metals, electrochemical corrosion can easily occur in the presence of electrolytes. Additionally, acidic byproducts formed from the decomposition of glycol-based substances in the coolant, as well as acidic exhaust gases from fuel combustion that may penetrate the cooling system, can accelerate corrosion within the cooling system.