Does it matter if the tank frame is broken? What is the tank frame?
It is important that the tank frame is broken, because it not only affects the appearance of the car, but also may cause damage to the tank, which in turn affects the normal use of the car. The tank frame is the support structure used by the car to hold the tank and condenser, and depending on the model, it can be an independent component or just an installation position. The tank frame is usually located at the very front of the two front girders, which is loaded with the tank condenser, headlights and other components, and it is also fixed on the top of the cover lock front, connected to the bumper. If there is a crack in the tank frame, although the small crack may not affect the use for the time being, not replacing it may cause damage to the tank, which in turn leads to more serious problems. Therefore, when the tank frame is found to be damaged, it should be repaired in time to avoid greater losses. It is recommended that owners regularly check the condition of the tank frame to ensure the normal use of the car.
An important support structure for a car
The tank frame is an important support structure for the car, which is used to fix the tank and condenser. It is the core component of the front of the vehicle, not only carrying the bearing connections of external components such as the front bumper, headlights and fenders, but also the structure of its frame plays a key role. The main function of the water tank frame is to support and fix the water tank and condenser, ensure the normal operation of the engine and prevent the engine from overheating. Depending on the model, the tank frame can be an independent component or part of the installation location. Automobile water tank, also known as radiator, is the main part of the automobile cooling system, its main function is to emit heat, through the cooling water in the jacket to absorb heat flow to the radiator, and then back to the water jacket circulation, in order to achieve the purpose of temperature control. The material of the water tank frame is generally divided into metal material, resin material (often called plastic) and metal + resin material. Its structural styles are diverse, including non-detachable and detachable, etc., which is of great help to the identification of accident vehicles and identification vehicles in the future. As the core component of the front of the vehicle, the water tank not only carries the bearing connections of external components such as the front bumper, headlights and fenders, but the structure of its frame also plays a key role. By observing the state of the tank frame, we can preliminarily determine whether the car has ever had an accident.
The tank frame of most cars is designed to be removable for easy maintenance and replacement. However, there are also some cars where the tank frame is combined with the body frame, in which case if the tank frame is damaged and needs to be replaced, the car will be considered an accident car. Due to the integrated design of the tank frame and the body, when replacing the tank frame, it is usually necessary to cut off the old tank frame and then weld the new tank frame. This repair method will cause some damage to the body frame, so it must be handled carefully.
At present, there are three main tank frame materials on the market to choose from: plastic, iron and alloy. According to the different structure, the water tank frame can be divided into integral and split. Integral tank frames are the most common type on the market and are also known in some places as tank frame gantry. The split tank frame is usually composed of three parts, connected by bolts or solder joints.
To check whether the tank frame has been replaced, you can pay attention to the following aspects: Observe whether the tank frame has deformation, corrosion and disassembly traces, check whether there is an original factory mark, and whether the installation hole and positioning hole are deformed. In addition, pay attention to the presence of breakage, cutting and re-welding.
Water tank as a wearing part, its replacement is a normal maintenance behavior. Just make sure that the tank is fixed reliably and does not fall off. In some minor collision accidents, if only the tank frame or collision energy absorption components are damaged, they can be replaced. As long as other aspects of the vehicle are in good condition and there are no safety hazards, replacing the tank frame will not affect driving.
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