Chevrolet 2001 manual Checking Coolant, Adding Coolant

Checking Coolant

The coolant recovery tank is located near the passenger side of the engine compartment toward the front of the vehicle. See ªEngine Compartment Overviewº 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 ADD, 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-COOLRcoolant mixture at the coolant recovery tank.

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 --even a little --when the engine and radiator are hot.

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