Engine Coolant - Buick 2007 Terraza Owner's Manual

Engine Coolant

The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with
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DEX-COOL engine coolant. This coolant is
designed to remain in your vehicle for five years or
150,000 miles (240 000 km), whichever occurs
first, if you add only DEX-COOL
life coolant.
The following explains your cooling system and
how to add coolant when it is low. If you have
a problem with engine overheating, see Engine
Overheating on page 423.
A 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and
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DEX-COOL coolant will:
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Give freezing protection down to
34°F ( 37°C).
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Give boiling protection up to 265°F (129°C).
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Protect against rust and corrosion.
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Help keep the proper engine temperature.
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Let the warning messages and gages work as
they should.
420
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extended
Notice: Using coolant other than DEX-COOL
may cause premature engine, heater core,
or radiator corrosion. In addition, the engine
coolant may require changing sooner, at
the first maintenance service after each
30,000 miles (50 000 km) or 24 months,
whichever occurs first. Any repairs would not
be covered by your warranty. Always use
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DEX-COOL (silicate-free) coolant in your
vehicle.
What Engine Coolant to Use
Use a mixture of one-half clean, drinkable water
and one-half DEX-COOL
not damage aluminum parts. If you use this coolant
mixture, you do not need to add anything else.
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coolant which will
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