What kind of water is added to a car?
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What is added to a car is windshield washer fluid. Below is an introduction to automotive windshield washer fluid: Concept of windshield washer fluid: Windshield washer fluid, commonly known as glass water, is a consumable used in cars. High-quality automotive windshield washer fluid mainly consists of water, alcohol, ethylene glycol, corrosion inhibitors, and various surfactants. It is colloquially referred to as glass water. Function of windshield washer fluid: When the transparency of the front windshield is poor, spraying windshield washer fluid can provide a clear and unobstructed view, especially during nighttime driving. Dust on the glass can scatter light, and spraying windshield washer fluid helps maintain the front windshield in optimal transparency.
What kind of water should I add to my car? I know this best. In our cars, there are mainly two places to add water. One is the cooling system in front of the engine, where you should add coolant, not plain tap water. Coolant is specifically designed to prevent freezing, boiling, and rust, containing ethylene glycol. In case it freezes in winter or overheats in summer, it won't damage the engine. Adding plain water can cause scale buildup, corrode pipes, and over time clog the radiator, leading to costly repairs worth thousands. Before driving, always check the fluid level; if it's low, add premixed coolant or a mix with distilled water, never pure water. The other place is the windshield washer fluid tank, where you just add windshield washer fluid. It prevents freezing and cleans the glass, ensuring driving safety.
