Which model of antifreeze is used for Tourneo?
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Tourneo uses original factory antifreeze. Antifreeze is a type of coolant containing special additives, primarily used in liquid-cooled engine cooling systems. It offers excellent performance such as preventing freezing in winter, boiling in summer, and protecting against scale and corrosion throughout the year. More details about antifreeze are as follows: 1. Each antifreeze manufacturer has its own brand and model identification, unlike engine oil which has relatively standardized model meanings. However, antifreeze will have certain clear markings, such as low-temperature (freezing point) or applicable low temperatures. 2. The quality of antifreeze is mainly measured by its freezing point and boiling point. Generally, ordinary antifreeze can reach -40°C, while high-quality antifreeze can reach around -60°C, which is an important indicator of antifreeze quality. Another factor is the boiling point of antifreeze. The boiling point of water is 100°C, while antifreeze should reach at least 108°C, with superior products reaching above 110°C. In other words, the lower the freezing point and the higher the boiling point, the greater the temperature difference, and the better the quality of the antifreeze. 3. Commonly used antifreeze functions include increasing the boiling point of cooling water, cooling the engine, preventing rust in the cooling system, preventing scale formation in cooling water, cleaning the cooling system, and preventing foam formation. Typically, if the liquid color in the reservoir appears faded upon visual inspection, it indicates that it's time for a replacement. 4. When using diluted antifreeze, once the engine temperature exceeds 80 degrees Celsius, water vapor will form on the cylinder walls. This water vapor has poor heat transfer properties and will gradually form a bubble layer around the metal of the cylinder, preventing the engine's heat from dissipating in time. Over time, this can lead to scale formation, corroding the cylinder block pipelines, radiator, and water pump.
