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water can freeze. anti freeze can not.

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Q: What is the difference between water in a radiator and antifreeze?
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Can i thaw the ice in my car radiator with antifreeze?

No. The antifreeze has to be mixed with the water before the water freezes.


Is the liquid in the radiator water?

50% water and 50% antifreeze.


How full should the radiator be filled with water?

You don't put water in your radiator, you put antifreeze.


How do i add water to the radiator in a 2005 Malibu?

It is no longer necessary to add just water to a radiator in newer cars like the 2005 Malibu. An antifreeze that is half water and half antifreeze is usually best. Add the 50/50 antifreeze to the radiator overflow tank. It should be a plastic, see through tank hooked to the radiator.


Does adding antifreeze to a car radiator increase the boiling point of the water in the radiator?

Yes


Where is the antifreeze located on your car?

the antifreeze runs through all your water lines in your car . . . . you put it in your water tank or radiator


What is the perfect blend of water and antifreeze for your radiator?

50/50


How does antifreeze keep the water in your radiator from freezing?

Most antifreeze has a chemical that freezes at a very lower temp than plain water.


What to do when water freezes in automobile?

If you mean the water in your radiator, don't drive your vehicle until it thaws or your engine will overheat because no coolant will be flowing through it. You should keep 50% antifreeze and 50% distilled water in your car radiator at all times. (maybe slightly more antifreeze in cold winter weather) Water in the radiator won't freeze with antifreeze mixed with it.


Can you add antifreeze to your radiator which has been running on water only?

yes you can?


Do you need to put antifreeze in a1999 Chevy Malibu?

any vehicle that is water cooled and has a radiator needs antifreeze.


Where do i put the antifreeze in my automatic Nissan Micra?

In the radiator. 50/50 mix = half antifreeze, half water