What is the grid in front of the car called?
The mesh structure on the front of the car is called the automotive mesh, also known as the car grille or water tank shield. It is located between the front bumper and the front beam of the body, and because the hood lock needs to be arranged, the hood lock avoidance hole needs to be provided on the grille.
The main functions of the automotive network include:
1. Protective effect: the car network can protect the car's water tank and engine, and prevent the damage caused by the impact of foreign objects on the engine parts inside the car during the driving process.
2. Intake, heat dissipation and ventilation: The design of the car's central network allows air to enter the engine compartment, which helps the engine to dissipate heat. When the engine is working, it will produce high temperatures, so it is necessary to have enough air into the engine compartment to reduce the temperature, prevent the engine from overheating leading to failure, and protect other components from damage due to high temperatures.
3. Reduce wind resistance: The size of the net opening in the car will directly affect the wind resistance of the car. If the opening is too large, the flow of air into the engine compartment will increase, resulting in increased turbulence and thus increased wind resistance. Conversely, if the opening is too small or completely closed, the wind resistance will be reduced. In the winter cold start, the intake grille will be closed, so that the heat in the engine compartment is not easy to lose, thereby shortening the preheating time, so that the engine can enter the best working state faster, to save fuel consumption.
4. Improve recognition: automotive network plays an important role in the front face design of automobiles. Different car brands usually have their own signature grille styling, thereby improving the recognition of the car.
How to clean the front grid of the car
The front grille of the car needs to be cleaned regularly, because the grille is easy to accumulate dust and dust, and if it is not cleaned for a long time, it will accumulate soil and leaves, thereby blocking the intake grille and reducing the heat dissipation performance of the grille. The general car wash shop will skip the cleaning of this place without the consent of the owner, but in fact the grille needs to be cleaned regularly.
The cleaning steps are as follows:
Scrub the intake grille with a neutral sponge and a neutral cleaner.
Wipe the fine parts with a toothbrush after spraying detergent.
The following points need to be noted when cleaning:
The pressure of the water gun should not be too large, and it is best to adjust the water gun to the lowest state or to the fog shape to avoid deformation or damage to the parts in the network.
Avoid directly using the water gun to wash the fine part, so as not to damage the grille.
How to remove the front grid of the car
The basic steps to remove the car front grid are as follows:
Tools: Tools such as a screwdriver, crowbar, or wrench are required. Some models may require a 10mm wrench to unscrew the screws holding the grille in place.
Turn off the engine and power: Make sure the car has completely cooled, turn off the engine and pull out the key.
Remove front bumper: Lift and remove the front bumper from the vehicle so that the screws holding the intake grille in place can be seen.
Unscrew: Use a screwdriver or 10mm wrench to unscrew the screws holding the air intake grille. Be careful not to screw too tightly, so as not to damage the screw hole.
Remove the grille: Use a screwdriver or crowbar to gently lift one corner of the intake grille and slowly remove it. If the grille is hot, wait for it to cool before operating.
Cleaning and inspection: After the removal is complete, the intake grille can be cleaned and inspected to see if there is any damage or dirt.
Reinstall: Reinstall the grille to the vehicle in reverse order. Make sure all screws are tightened and put the front bumper back in place.
Note:
Careful operation: In the disassembly process must be careful to avoid damage to the parts.
Cool before operating: If the grille is hot, wait for it to cool before operating.
Consult the maintenance manual: Before performing any maintenance work, always consult the vehicle's maintenance manual to ensure proper operation.
Professional help: If you are not familiar with the disassembly and installation process, it is recommended to seek professional help.
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