Engine Coolant Level
The coolant bottle provides a quick visual method for determining that the coolant level is adequate. With the engine idling, and warm to normal operating temperature, the level of the engine coolant (antifreeze) in the bottle should be between the ranges indicated on the bottle.
The radiator normally remains completely full, so there is no need to remove the radiator cap unless checking for coolant freeze point or replacing engine coolant (antifreeze).
Advise your service attendant of this. As long as the engine operating temperature is satisfactory, the coolant bottle need only be checked once a month.
When additional engine coolant (antifreeze) is needed to maintain the proper level, it should be added to the coolant bottle. Do not overfill.
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If Your Engine Overheats
In any of the following situations, you can reduce the
potential for overheating your engine by taking the
appropriate action.
• On the highways — slow down.
• In city traffic — while st ...
Disposal Of Used Engine Coolant
Used ethylene glycol based engine coolant (antifreeze) is a regulated substance
requiring proper disposal. Check with your local authorities to determine the disposal
rules for your community. To ...
Normal Starting
NOTE: Normal starting of either a cold or a warm engine is obtained without
pumping or pressing the accelerator pedal.
Turn the ignition switch to the START position and release when the engine sta ...


