Because the manufacturer used a red dye instead of a yellow or green dye. Its called Dexcool and it is that cooler so can tell them apart dont mix them, and use dexcool as called for by GM. The coolant is red rather than green because it is not regular antifreeze. This is a special GM coolant known as DEXCOOL. Dexcool is a phosphate and silicate free coolant, coherently making it a more stable and longer lasting product.
Engine coolant in an Alero is used in the radiator. A diagram and instructions for how to properly use the coolant can be found on the package instructions. An owner manual will also assist in proper use of coolant.
A 2000 Oldsmobile Alero with a 2.2 engine will hold approximately 13 liters of coolant. Adding coolant to your vehicle is very important.
to cool the coolant in the engine
12.5 quarts - 11.8 L
I have a 2002 alero how do you reset, the coolant light is always on. Thanks, Alero owner
Liquid coolant
Purchase a "pig tail" from the dealer and splice it in.
Most 2000 GM cars were filled with the RED Dexcool coolant. Using the standard green fluid after the Dexcool has been used can lead to clogged coolant passages and destroy the engine.
The factory made the Olds Alero do that, I have a 2001 Olds Alero and it does the same thing. It's just a factory thing that they have done to the car.
beside thermostat
Rear of engine, underneath the exhaust manifold. you can follow the coolant line (approx. 2") tha runs underneath your engine, then runs up the back of the engine, up to the thermostat.
Thermostat, low coolant, inoperable fan, exhaust leak close to engine bay