What to Do When Coolant Is Too Low?
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When the coolant level is too low, the solution is to simply replenish the coolant. The specific steps are as follows: 1. Open the front hood and tighten the radiator drain switch; 2. Fill the radiator with coolant until it overflows; 3. Tighten the radiator filler cap; 4. Pour engine coolant into the reservoir. The functions of coolant include: 1. Preventing freezing in winter; 2. Anti-corrosion; 3. Preventing scale buildup; 4. High-temperature resistance. Characteristics of coolant are: 1. Environmentally friendly, non-toxic, non-corrosive, and pollution-free; 2. Rapid cooling through evaporation and heat absorption; 3. Fast evaporation. Coolant refers to a liquid containing special additives, primarily used in liquid-cooled engine cooling systems.
I recommend finding a safe place to park and turn off the engine first. Insufficient coolant can easily cause the engine to overheat and fail. Wait until the engine cools down before opening the radiator cap to avoid burns. If the fluid level is indeed below the minimum mark, and you have the same color coolant on hand, simply top it up to the middle level. If you don't have any temporarily, distilled water can be used as an emergency measure, but don't exceed one-third of the total volume. Most importantly, check for leaks—inspect the radiator hoses, water pump shaft seal for wet marks, and the radiator surface for crystallization. After topping up, recheck the fluid level within three days. If it continues to drop, it indicates a leak. In such cases, don't push your luck—head to the repair shop promptly for a pressure test to locate the leak.
