Engine Coolant
The cooling system in the vehicle is filled with
DEX-COOL
®
engine coolant. This coolant
is designed to remain in the vehicle for five years
or 150,000 miles (240 000 km), whichever
occurs first, if only DEX-COOL
®
extended life
coolant is added.
The following explains the cooling system and
how to add coolant when it is low. If there is
a problem with engine overheating or if coolant
needs to be added to the radiator, see
Overheating on page 367
.
A 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and
DEX-COOL
®
engine coolant will:
•
Give freezing protection down to
−
34°F (
−
37°C).
•
Give boiling protection up to 265°F (129°C).
•
Protect against rust and corrosion.
•
Help keep the proper engine temperature.
•
Let the warning lights and gages work as
they should.
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 DEX-COOL
®
(silicate-free)
coolant in your vehicle.
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