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What will happen to a Car left in the snow with water in radiator instead antifreeze?
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∙ 15y ago
If the temperature does not go below freezing then you're fine. Usually during a snowstorm, it doesn't go below freezing. However, if the water was still in your radiator and also in your engine without antifreeze and the outside temperature did drop below freezing, then you could potentially have a cracked block and/or a cracked radiator on your hands. Usually it's not too bad if the temperature doesn't go too far below freezing, but frozen water expands with a huge amount of force when it gets around 15-20 below zero.
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Is it ok to put water in the radiator of a Volvo instead of antifreeze?
It is ok for a short time but you need to get a 50/50 mixture back in it asap (50% water & 50% antifreeze)
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.
Does adding antifreeze to a car radiator increase the boiling point of the water in the radiator?
Yes
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.
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
What is the difference between water in a radiator and antifreeze?
water can freeze. anti freeze can not.
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!
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 can happen if you use straight antifreeze in your radiator?
If your use anything more concentrated than about half anitfreeze and half water, the radiator water will freeze at a considerably warmer temperature. There will be less protection. Also, antifreeze actually helps keep your car running cooler in summer. If you use straight antifreeze, the car will "boil over" at a much lower temperature. There will be less protection.
