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Should you put antifreeze in radiator instead of water?

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No If You Have A Chevy Venture Van Like I Do Just Shoot Your Self

A correct and useful answerAll modern cars require a coolant mixture of a specific antifreeze and water.

In some warm climates the mixture is water and corrosion inhibitor's.

YOU MUST add the correct mixture of water and antifreeze!

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