It depends on the type. The old green was good for 3 years. There also 5, 10, and 15 year coolants in use.
You can get about ten to fifteen years on your radiator before you would have to change it. You are going to need to flush your coolant about every 60,000 miles to ensure that your radiator stays good and does not get clogged.
If you change the coolant as recommended in your owner's manual and use the proper coolant mixed 50/50 with distilled water the radiator can last the life of the car. Neglect this service and it may only last 10 years or less.
Removing a radiator from a Ford Crown Victoria requires draining the coolant, removing the larger coolant-to-transmission lines and separating it from the air conditioning condenser. The last step requires removing its stand-alone brackets, after which the radiator will easily slide out.
Step number 1---ck coolant level in the radiator. Is the radiator full?, is the coolant heating up? hows the water control valve? I all OK--pobably electrical behind the dash. What matters if THE HEATER WORKED LAST WINTER???????
Hopefully it's just leaking from either the radiator cap, or the upper hose. Either can easily be replaced. If the radiator itself is damaged, there's not a lot you can do. Replacement of the entire radiator is probably required. Seeing there's a bit of pressure in the cooling system a simple patch up job probably won't last long. You can probably put repair off for a while, but if there's a crack or hole in the radiator it will only get larger with time. Best of luck.
Your anti-freeze is a Dex-cool anti-freeze. It is not compatiable with the green kind. It is a long life coolant which can last up to 100,000 miles. If you have to top off, do not add water as this coolant comes pre-mixed. Is there red fluid on top of normal coolant? If so you have a leak between you radiator and auto tranny cooler.
hey 1st drain the drain plug near bottom of radiator or remove lower radiator hose which to will drain coolant also, then remove upper hose , then remove fan shroud then remove bolts disconnect transmission cooler lines ,last carefully remove radiator
Your anti-freeze is a Dex-cool anti-freeze. It is not compatiable with the green kind. It is a long life coolant which can last up to 100,000 miles. If you have to top off, do not add water as this coolant comes pre-mixed.
form_title=Replace the Coolant Fluids form_header=The fluids in the cooling system need to be replaced regularly. When was the last time you go your coolant flushed?=_ If the thermostat needs to be replaced, would you like me to install a new one?= () Yes () No Have you noticed any leaks in your radiator?= () Yes () No
Caution, coolants can be very hot and cause injury, plus they are very dangerous to pets; the sweet taste of coolant can kill your pets.Use safety glasses.Be sure the coolant has cooled down and one uses a rag or cloth before safely removing the radiator pressure cap.Attach a hose to the bottom fitting of the draincock located at the lower bottom left of the radiator…this hose should empty into a two gallon bucket.The drain plug tab should be in a vertical position before turning.Turn the plug CCW 1/4 turn, and then pull out slightly while turning CCW to the last 1/4 turn.The plug only turns ½ turn. Go any further; you could damage the plug.Coolant should now be flowing into the bucket, if not, there could be blockage inside the valve.Please don't damage the plug or body, radiators are very expensive.You may have to remove the bottom radiator hose if the valve is blocked to drain the coolant…This can be very messy…Prevent coolant from splashing into your eyes or face, whereas injuries can occur.Warning, keep rags, loose clothing and body parts away from fan blades when engine is running.After repairs, fill the cooling system with new coolant if necessary, and allow air to escape with cap off during engine warm up until radiator coolant level stabilizes at normal temp before adding additional coolant and securing the cap.Note hot coolant may overflow from the fill neck at the top of the radiator…Use caution to prevent burns!The radiator cap should be in good condition…no cracked rubber or broken spring. If the cap is defective, one may wonder where is all the coolant going and why is the coolant over heating?Coat the two rubber pieces inside the cap with coolant to help make a good seal to prevent vacuum and coolant losses. Remember to top off the coolant recovery tank to the proper level.
Caution, coolants can be very hot and cause injury, plus they are very dangerous to pets; the sweet taste of coolant can kill your pets.Use safety glasses.Be sure the coolant has cooled down and one uses a rag or cloth before safely removing the radiator pressure cap.Attach a hose to the bottom fitting of the draincock located at the lower bottom left of the radiator…this hose should empty into a two gallon bucket.The drain plug tab should be in a vertical position before turning.Turn the plug CCW 1/4 turn, and then pull out slightly while turning CCW to the last 1/4 turn.The plug only turns ½ turn. Go any further; you could damage the plug.Coolant should now be flowing into the bucket, if not, there could be blockage inside the valve.Please don't damage the plug or body, radiators are very expensive.You may have to remove the bottom radiator hose if the valve is blocked to drain the coolant…This can be very messy…Prevent coolant from splashing into your eyes or face, whereas injuries can occur.Warning, keep rags, loose clothing and body parts away from fan blades when engine is running.After repairs, fill the cooling system with new coolant if necessary, and allow air to escape with cap off during engine warm up until radiator coolant level stabilizes at normal temp before adding additional coolant and securing the cap.Note hot coolant may overflow from the fill neck at the top of the radiator…Use caution to prevent burns!The radiator cap should be in good condition…no cracked rubber or broken spring. If the cap is defective one may wonder where is all the coolant going and why is the coolant over heating?Coat the two rubber gasket pieces inside the cap with coolant to help make a good seal to prevent vacuum and coolant losses. Remember to top off the coolant recovery tank to the proper level.
Caution, coolants can be very hot and cause injury, plus they are very dangerous to pets; the sweet taste of coolant can kill your pets.Use safety glasses.Be sure the coolant has cooled down and one uses a rag or cloth before safely removing the radiator pressure cap.Attach a hose to the bottom fitting of the draincock located at the lower bottom left of the radiator…this hose should empty into a two gallon bucket.The drain plug tab should be in a vertical position before turning.Turn the plug CCW 1/4 turn, and then pull out slightly while turning CCW to the last 1/4 turn.The plug only turns ½ turn. Go any further; you could damage the plug.Coolant should now be flowing into the bucket, if not, there could be blockage inside the valve.Please don't damage the plug or body, radiators are very expensive.You may have to remove the bottom radiator hose if the valve is blocked to drain the coolant…This can be very messy…Prevent coolant from splashing into your eyes or face, whereas injuries can occur.Warning, keep rags, loose clothing and body parts away from fan blades when engine is running.After repairs, fill the cooling system with new coolant if necessary, and allow air to escape with cap off during engine warm up until radiator coolant level stabilizes at normal temp before adding additional coolant and securing the cap.Note hot coolant may overflow from the fill neck at the top of the radiator…Use caution to prevent burns!The radiator cap should be in good condition…no cracked rubber or broken spring. If the cap is defective one may wonder where is all the coolant going and why is the coolant over heating?Coat the two rubber pieces inside the cap with coolant to help make a good seal to prevent vacuum and coolant losses. Remember to top off the coolant recovery tank to the proper level.