What is the normal level for antifreeze?

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DonovanFitz
07/30/25 2:23am
Antifreeze should normally be between the Max and Min marks. To check if the antifreeze is low, observe these marks. If the antifreeze level is below the minimum mark, it indicates a shortage and requires timely replenishment. The full name of antifreeze is antifreeze coolant, meaning a coolant with antifreeze properties. It prevents the coolant from freezing during cold winter parking, which could otherwise cause the radiator to crack or damage the engine cylinder block or head due to expansion. Antifreeze is a specially formulated coolant additive primarily used in liquid-cooled engine cooling systems. It offers excellent performance in preventing freezing in winter, boiling in summer, and protecting against scale and corrosion year-round.
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