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Climate dependent. 50/50 mix is a sort of default.
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Should you put nothing but antifreeze in your radiator?
The maximum recommended mixture is 50% antifreeze and 50% water. To my knowledge, 100% antifreeze is not recommended. If you are concerned about measuring, you can buy the pre-mix at just about any auto parts store or WalMart.
How much antifreeze Peugeot 206?
Cooling system capacities varies with the type of engine fitted from 5.5Ltrs to 8.8Ltrs A 50 percent mixture of antifreeze and water is recommended.
Do you put water in your coolant reservoir?
yes -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- You can in an emergency , but it's best to use a 50/50 mix of antifreeze and preferably distilled water to provide freeze , boil , and corrosion protection for the engine cooling system . The corrosion protection " portion " of the antifreeze does " wear out " so change the antifreeze mixture as recommended ( Ford says to not exceed 60 % antifreeze in the mixture )
What is the coolant mixture for a 1998 dodge dakota?
Coolant mixtures are not usually vehicle or engine specific. They are usually more related to your operating environment. Most vehicle manufacturers and antifreeze brands seem to recommend a minimum of 50/50 antifreeze/water mixture and a maximum of 70/30 antifreeze/water. The hotter, or colder, the operating environment is, the greater the portion of antifreeze should be (up to the maximum recommended, usually 70% antifreeze). Check with your local Dodge dealer for their recommended mix for your area.
Is water added when filling 2003 Honda Accord radiator with antifreeze?
You want to use a 50/50 mixture of water and antifreeze, but use the manufacture recommended antifreeze, it comes straight anti freeze in which case you would mix a gallon of antifreeze to a gallon of water or you can buy a pre mixed container of antifreeze if your just trying to top off
Do auto manufactures recommend mixing water with antifreeze?
A 50% water 50% antifreeze is recommended.
Can you top up your car coolant with water and screenwash?
no ( in an emergency you can use straight , preferably distilled water ) but for the engine cooling system the best protection for corrosion , boiling or freezing is a 50 / 50 mix of antifreeze and preferably distilled water . The corrosion protection " portion " of the antifreeze does " wear out " so change the coolant mixture as recommended , also Ford says not to exceed 60 % antifreeze in the mixture
What liquids are used in radiators?
Water and antifreeze mixture. The antifreeze has additives that help prevent corrosion.
What might be the problem if there is ice under the radiator cap and the motor is overheating?
It sounds like the antifreeze / distilled water mixture is freezing because the antifreeze mixture is too weak for the outside temperature Usually the antifreeze and preferably distilled water mixture is 50 / 50 ( Ford states to not exceed 60 % antifreeze )
Do you put water in the radiator to help keep cool in an 1990 Acura Integra?
A 50/50 mixture of water and coolant/antifreeze is highly recommended to avoid freezing and/or rusting within the radiator.
Should you put antifreeze in radiator instead of water?
No If You Have A Chevy Venture Van Like I Do Just Shoot Your SelfA 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!
Can you just use well water when mixing antifreeze?
distilled water is recommended
