Ford Mystique Owner's Manual page 188

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Adding Engine Coolant
Do not put engine coolant in the container for the
windshield washer fluid.
If sprayed on the windshield, engine coolant could make it
difficult to see through the windshield.
When the engine is cool, add a 50/50 mixture of engine coolant
and water to the engine coolant recovery reservoir — DO NOT
ADD DIRECTLY TO THE RADIATOR. Add straight water only
in an emergency, but you should replace it with a 50/50
mixture of coolant and distilled water as soon as possible.
Check the coolant level in the coolant recovery reservoir the
next few times you drive the vehicle. If necessary, add enough
of a 50/50 mixture of coolant and water to bring the liquid
level to the fill line on the reservoir.
Never remove the coolant recovery cap while the engine
is running or hot.
If you must remove the coolant recovery cap, follow these steps
to avoid personal injury:
Before you remove the cap, turn the engine off and let it
1.
cool.
When the engine is cool, wrap a thick cloth around the cap.
2.
Slowly turn cap counterclockwise to the first stop.
Step back while the pressure releases.
3.
When you are sure that all the pressure has been released,
4.
use the cloth to press the cap down, turn it counterclockwise,
and remove it.
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