Cooling SystemEnsure that the engine is completely cool prior to starting this service. 1. Remove the recovery tank or radiator cap. 2. Raise and support the vehicle. 3. Place a drain pan of sufficient capacity under the radiator and open the petcock (drain) on the radiator. è Plastic petcocks easily bind. Before opening a plastic radiator petcock, spray it with some penetrating lubricant. 4. Drain the cooling system completely. 5. Close the petcock. 6. Remove the drain pan. 7. Lower the vehicle. 8. Determine the capacity of the cooling system, then property refill the system with a 50/50 mixture of fresh coolant and distilled water. 9. Leave the recovery tank or radiator cap off to aid in bleeding the system. 10. Start the engine and allow it to idle until the thermostat opens (the upper radiator hose will become hot). The coolant level should go down, this is normal as the system bleeds the air pockets out of the system. 11. Refill the system with coolant to the proper level. 12. Turn the engine OFF and check for leaks.
Years 1997-2000 is green coolant. I don't know the newer vehicles.
The thread on cap on your engine coolant reservoir is the " radiator " cap
it is behind the thermostat in the water jacket
I gallon of Long Life Coolant mixed with 1 gallon of distilled water will be enough to fill it up after draining.
Fluids in a vehicles must be maintained to keep it running well. Coolant leaks because there is a crack somewhere, a tube is torn, or the clamp is too loose.
To drain the radiator on a 2000 VW Beetle, first ensure the engine is cool and safely elevate the vehicle. Locate the radiator drain plug at the bottom of the radiator and place a container underneath to catch the coolant. Open the drain plug and let the coolant flow out completely, then close the plug once drained. Always dispose of the coolant properly and refill the system with the appropriate coolant mixture afterward.
On a 2000 Ford Expedition 4x4, the coolant temperature sensor is typically located on the engine block, near the thermostat housing. It is usually found on the driver's side of the engine. To access it, you may need to remove some components or covers, depending on the specific engine configuration. Always refer to a repair manual for precise location and instructions.
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According to the Owner Guide , it originally came with a 50 / 50 mixture of Ford Premium engine coolant ( green color ) and distilled water The Owner Guide shows not to use Ford Extended Life coolant ( orange in color ) and DO NOT use Dexcool
The Expedition was created in 2000-10.
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