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How does antifreeze added to the water in a car and radiator protects the engine from damage?
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Explain why the coolant antifreeze in water in a cars radiator protects the engine from damage?
It has a much lower freezing point than water. if the coolant freezes it expands cauing pressure damage or even leaks. It also contains anti corrosion chemicals to prevent rust inside the engine.
Where is the antifreeze located on a 2005 Chrysler 300?
In the engine and radiatorIn the engine and radiator
Can extreme cold cause an engine to crack?
Yes.If you have no antifreeze in the radiator or engine,sometimes it will freeze.Usually a freeze plug in the engine will pop out before any major damage is done. Sometimes the block will crack,or the radiator will crack or burst if no anti freeze is in the system.
What is the damage from an antifreeze leak?
If the antifreeze/coolant level in the radiator gets low enough, the engine will over heat. If the engine overheats enough, it could warp the intake manifold requiring a very expensive repair. Do yourelf a favor and get theleak repaired.
Why did i replace the top radiator hose filled with antifreeze and the engine still smokes?
Because there is antifreeze int he system and it takes a while to burn through. Also replace the bottom hose too. <> If it smokes from under the hood, It has antifreeze on the engine exterior, You can wash it off. Or just drive it and it will burn off. If it smokes from the exhaust, There is engine damage.
No antifreeze in your engine?
You risk damage to the engine as the coolant not only protects it against freezing conditions but also prevents corrrosion to the components,especially parts made from alloy;eg the cylinder head and water pump
Leaking antifreeze in back of engine?
antifreeze does not enter the engine at any time. locate and follow your radiator hoses and follow then and check for cracks or punctures.
Why do you add antifreeze to your car?
Antifreeze does 2 things. First it protects your engine when the outside temperature is below freezing and the vehicle is not running. If the coolant freezes it could crack your engine block requiring a new engine. Caution: 100% antifreeze will also freeze up if it gets too cold. For best results you have to mix antifreeze and water. Check the antifreeze container for correct mixture. Antifreeze also has other things in it that keeps the water pump in good shape, prevents corrosion of the the radiator and helps transfer heat out of the engine. You need it even in hot weather.
How can you tell if antifreeze leak under hood of 2001 Nissan maxima is coming from radiator?
look for antifreeze coming out of the radiator as the engine warms up after a cold start.
Can you use water instead of transmission fluid in the radiator in an emergency?
You should never use transmission fluid in a radiator.You can use water without antifreeze in a radiator, but if the engine gets below 32 F (0 C) the water will freeze and severely damage the engine.
Where do you add antifreeze to the radiator of a Chrysler Cirrus?
To the overflow tank and if the radiator has a cap,you will need to fill it with the engine cold.
Is an antifreeze leak dangerous?
No. It can result in damage to the engine if you loose all of your coolant. I have damaged an Alternator by coolant spraying on it. There is some risk if you try to work on the radiator or remove the cap when the engine is HOT. The fluid can spray on you can cause burns. Antifreeze is not harmful to you if you spill it on you. ( cats and dogs are attracted to antifreeze and could possibly kill them if they drink it )
