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Checking Coolant

The engine coolant recovery
tank is located in the engine
compartment on the
passenger’s side of the
vehicle. See “Engine
Compartment Overview” in
the Index for more
information on location.

The vehicle must be on a level surface. When your
engine is cold, the coolant level should be at FULL
COLD or a little higher. When your engine is warm, the
level should be up to FULL HOT or a little higher.

Adding Coolant

If you need more coolant, add the proper DEX

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coolant mixture at the coolant recovery tank, but be
careful not to spill it.

CAUTION:

Turning the radiator pressure cap when the
engine and radiator are hot can allow steam 
and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you
badly. With the coolant recovery tank, you will
almost never have to add coolant at the radiator.
Never turn the radiator pressure cap 

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 even a

little 

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 when the engine and radiator are hot.

CAUTION:

You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot
engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol,
and it will burn if the engine parts are hot
enough. Don’t spill coolant on a hot engine.

Occasionally check the coolant level in the radiator. 
For information on how to add coolant to the radiator,
see “Cooling System” in the Index.