Engine Coolant - Cadillac 2000 Catera Owner's Manual

How to Check Lubricant
If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole,
you'll need to add some lubricant. Add enough lubricant
to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole.
What to Use
Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what
kind of lubricant to use. See "Recommended Fluids
and Lubricants" in the Maintenance Schedule booklet.
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Engine Coolant

The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with
COOL R engine coolant. This coolant is
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DEX
designed to remain in your vehicle for 5 years or
150,000 miles (240 000 km), whichever occurs first,
COOL R extended life coolant.
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if you add only DEX
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"
in the Index.
A 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and
COOL R coolant will:
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DEX
D
Give freezing protection down to
D
Give boiling protection up to 265
D
Protect against rust and corrosion.
D
Help keep the proper engine temperature.
D
Let the warning lights and gages work as
they should.
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34 F ( 37 C).
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F (129 C).