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Do you add coolant to the over flow tank or the do not remove cap?
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∙ 15y ago
We would probably call the "Do Not Remove" cap the radiator cap. In most cars that cap is on the radiator. First - NEVERremove the cap unless the engine is stone cold. Hot water and steam could blast out of the radiator and burn you! Normally you would add coolant to the overflow tank if you are just topping off coolant that is a little low. If you have overheated the engine or blown a hose and lost most of the coolant, you would have to remove the radiator cap and refill the system there. If this happens, check a repair manual for your car, because some cars have a procedure to purge trapped air from the system that MUST be followed, otherwise the engine could be damaged.
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Will coolant spill out of the over flow tank if the car is to hot?
put coolant into my over flow car was running hot and the coolant erupted like a volcano on the side of the over flow
What happens when you over fill the coolant tank?
The car normally pushes it out the over flow.
Why is the over flow tank full when the car is overheating?
That is were the coolant goes when it expands. Sounds like coolant isn't circulating or it is being forced out of the system.
Where is the radiator cap located on a 2003 Chevy Malibu?
no cap, there is only a cap on over flow coolant tank. to add coolant add to tank make sure it is at the right level when cold.
What is a expansion tank on a car?
As the engine coolant heats up, the coolant expands, so the coolant needs a reservoir or expansion tank to flow in and out of as needed.
Location of coolant level sensor in a 2000 Chevy surban 5.7 ltr. engine?
It is in the bottom of the over flow tank.
How do you bleed cooling system on chevy malibu 3.1 liter v6?
Fill the over flow tank to where it should be and just run the engine as usual. The system bleeds itself, Just check the over flow tank to make sure there is enough coolant in it.
How do you change a Mazda rx8 coolant tank?
remove the two 10mm nuts. dissconnnect the coolant level sensor plug and remove coolant hose's
99 cadillac antifreeze keeps running low?
it sounds like your coolant over flow tank is leaking. it is a common problem with these cars. might also check your radiator for leaks or your exhaust for coolant, but if there is coolant in your exhaust that would mean blown heads
How do you check coolant level on 1984 Honda goldwing 1200?
When you open the access door on the tank, remove the plastic tray that holds your items, the coolant over flow tank is on the right. Check the level, it is clearly marked for high and low level. If you find it is low, add the proper Honda coolant, other coolants might damage the water pump, to the full level. If you are having a problem with high temp. and the system is really low, then remove the false tank, 4 bolts I believe, and you will find the real rad. cap to the lower right corner. You can fill from there with a long funnel. Good luck.
How do you replace coolant level sensor?
It is in the passenger side coolant tank on the radiator. If the light is on and the coolant is at the proper level then the sensor is defective. To replace it you will have to drain the radiator. Disconnect the wire and remove the clip and remove the sensor.
Is it normal for coolant water to go into the reservoir?
Yes- coolant reservoir is designed to accept excess coolant - As coolant heats up it will expand and flow to the coolant recovery tank (reservoir) and as it cools (contracts) it will be sucked back into the radiator
