Friday, July 17, 2015

Mix And Add Coolant For Your Engine

Antifreeze or coolant raises the Very cold temperature and lowers the Hot temperature in your van's engine. This is an chief stuff of worry your engine running flourishing. Provided your vehivle has overheated or your coolant luminous is on, it's generation to add coolant to your van. Grind engage in so by later the five Unceremoniously steps below.


Instructions


1. Fix your coolant reservoir or radiator cap. While your engine is frigid, proof your coolant levels. You may need to consult your owner's manual in order to find out how much and where to add the coolant.


2. Mix your coolant and distilled water as suggested on the label of the coolant for mix ratios. You can find disposable funnels at gas stations or you can buy them at an auto parts store.4. Pour the engine coolant into the reservoir stopping at the 'cool fill' line.


Some coolants require half water and half coolant and others need seven parts coolant and three parts water.3. Place the funnel in the reservoir or radiator.


Over filling your reservoir or radiator can cause a loss of coolant when your car overheats.


5. Replace the radiator/reservoir cap. If you spilled any coolant, use sand or kitty litter to absorb it and then sweep it up.