Adding Coolant-Gasoline Engine - GMC SIERRA 1995 Manual

NOTICE:
If you use an improper coolant mix, your engine could overheat
and be badly damaged. The repair cost wouldn't be covered by
your warranty. Too much water in the mix can freeze and crack
the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts.
Some conditions. such as air trapped in the cooling system. can affect the
coolant level i n thc radiator. Check the coolant level when the engine is cold
and follow the steps under "Adding Coolant" for the proper way to add
coolant.
If you have to add coolant more than lour timcs
a
ycar,
have your dealer
check your cooling system.
NOTICE:
If
you use the proper coolant, you don't have to add extra
inhibitors or additives which claim to improve the system. These
can be harmful.
Adding Coolant
-
Gasoline Engine
The coolant reco\wy
tank is located on the
passenger side
a t
the
rear comer of the
engine compartment.
To Check Coolant
When your engine is cold, the coolant level should be at the COLD mark,
or
a
little higher. When your engine
is warm,
the level should be u p to the
HOT mark, or a little higher.
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