If the system (radiator, engine block, heater, hoses) were totally empty it would take 11 to 12 qts to refill. A mixture of 50% coolant, 50% water is most commonly used.
You need to have the system pressure tested for leaks. The intake manifolds give alot of trouble.
The bigger your car, the more coolant you need to put in. The bigger your engine and car, the more coolant you need
Coolant level.There are many other posts on the topic, you need to check the coolant level and start from there. Chances are you may have a coolant leak. No coolant = no heat.
Your owners manual will have all the info you need to do that.
You need to first drain the coolant, to lessen the mess of spilt coolant. Next you have to unbolt the coolant neck at the block to access the thermostat. After replacing, you have to refill/bleed the coolant system.
Need to check the intake manifold, It is a common problem on the voretec engines.
I would say it takes the regular green antifreeze but check in your owners manual if you have it .
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check the upper intake manifold gasket you will need to remove the ac compressor to check this
Monitor your engine temperature and your coolant levels. Chances are you need to add more coolant to the car.
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