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If the coolant is more than 5 years old, it would be recommended to drain, flush and refill the coolant system with a fresh antifreeze mixture of 50% antifreeze and 50% water. This should protect the system down to -34 degrees F. A close inspection of hoses, radiator and possible replacement of the thermostat would also be recommended.
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Should you add water to low coolant?
It is usually best to add the correct mix of antifreeze and water (usually 50/50). In a situation where there is no antifreeze available, yes, add water, then check the coolant later to see if the mix is adequate, and adjust the mix if necessary.
If antifreeze puddle on ground from under coolant bucket do i need water pump?
It is possible that the antifreeze is coming from a bad water pump. Clean the engine off. Watch it to see where the antifreeze is leaking from, as it could be a hose instead of the pump.
What happens if you get antifreeze on an alternator?
Clean it out!! water will not hurt an alternator but Antifreeze will breakdown the varnish on the Stator windings! Oils is bad but Antifreeze is worse.
Can Dex-Cool antifreeze be replaced by universal antifreeze?
yes, but you need to get rid of all of the dex-cool first... needs flushed really really good then you can replace the cool with normall cool (green). Now there are some Universal Antifreeze that will mix with dex-cool. that coolant says on the bottle ANY COLOR, ANY MAKE, ANY MODEL....
Do you need to add water to wall paint?
no
What is wrong with a 1985 Nissan 300zx turbo if it only blows cold air the heat is on and apparently not working?
Two problems that I can think of are you need to add some antifreeze or you need to replace the thermostat. Two problems that I can think of are you need to add some antifreeze or you need to replace the thermostat. Two problems that I can think of are you need to add some antifreeze or you need to replace the thermostat.
Where is 1995 Dodge Intrepid radiator cap?
It doesn't have one per se. The antifreeze overflow serves as the car's radiator cap. If you need to add antifreeze, add it there.
Your 'add antifreeze' symbol comes on when you don't need it and I don't know why?
The float inside the coolant tank is stuck. Remove the screw that holds it on and shake it.
When adding Prestone antifreeze to a Chevy Cavalier 1999 do you need to add water also?
Yes. Never add pure antifreeze. Pure antifreeze will actually freeze before a 50/50 mix. Add coolant that is a 50/50 mix of antifreeze and distilled water. You can buy it already pre-mixed.
What is the correct color of antifreeze does one add to a 1996 sebring convertible?
The color is green, that is the color of antifreeze that you need to use in your sebring.
Your coolant recovery tank is empty do you need to add antifreeze?
If the vehicle is cold yes but make sure you mix the antifreeze with water before you add it, 50-50 is the best mix.
How do you add the antifreeze after its been drained?
Umm, you pour it into the radiator. You know, the place that you drained it from.....
Does the car need to be running when adding antifreeze?
No , it's best to add coolant when the engine is cold
Is there anything you need to know before you change your radiator hose?
Drain the antifreeze.
How would you know if your 1998 Toyota Camry needs antifreeze?
Check the coolant reservoir in the engine compartment. There are marks to assist you with proper level. If it's empty you need to add coolant ASAP.
When you add antifreeze it is running out the bottom of your 91 caprice classic did you crack the radiator or a hose?
You will need to look underneath to see what part the coolant is leaking out of. When you find the source, you will know the failed part.
How do you add antifreeze to a 95 grand am?
you open the plastic bottle and pour in the antifreeze
