What is the method for cleaning debris from a car radiator?
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Car radiator debris cleaning method is: 1. Park the vehicle and turn off the engine, wait for the coolant temperature to drop, then open the expansion tank and add radiator cleaner; 2. Start the engine to activate the cooling fan, let it idle for 5 to 10 minutes; 3. Turn off the engine and remove the front bumper; 4. After the coolant has completely cooled, drain the radiator cleaner along with the coolant, then replace with new engine coolant. The car radiator, also known as the heat exchanger, is a key component in the vehicle's cooling system. Its function is to cool the engine, prevent overheating, maintain optimal operating temperature, and extend engine lifespan.
To clean the dirt in the car radiator, I recommend using a dedicated cooling system cleaner first. The steps are: after the car has cooled down, pour in the cleaner, start the engine and let it circulate for 15-20 minutes to dissolve scale and sediment, then drain the old fluid and repeatedly flush the radiator and radiator pipes with clean water. If there is a lot of debris, repeating the process is necessary. Remember to choose the right type of cleaner and avoid using strong acids that can damage the pipes. The entire process should be done in a garage or an open outdoor area, wearing gloves to protect the skin and avoid scalding the engine. For prevention, I regularly change the coolant every two years, add distilled water to avoid new dirt, and usually check the color change of the fluid level to detect abnormalities in time.
