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It prevents the liquid within the engine from freezing or boiling. Coolant does just what the name implies. It keeps the engine cool, meaning it keeps the engine at the correct operating temperature. It also prevents corrosion within the engine and cooling system.

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What causes the low coolant light to go on?

when u have low coolant


Where does the coolant go?

Coolant goes in the radiator or you can also fill the radiator resevoir.


Why won't the low coolant light go off on a 1992 Buick Regal?

Either the coolant reservoir is low on coolant or the coolant level sensor is NG.


Where does the coolant fluid go?

Most vehicles have a coolant reservoir (a clear plastic tub) with a phrase "engine coolant only" printed on the cap. This is where you should add engine coolant.


What is the purpose of the overflow tank?

The coolant expands when heated, contracts when cool. The coolant reservoir gives the coolant a place to come and go as needed.


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


How does the coolant reservoir work?

when the engine is running and coolant will become hot to its operating temperature,the cooling system is under pressure,coolant will overflow and goes to coolant reservoir.when the engine goes cold coolant will go back to the rediator.


Why does Engine coolant level go up and down?

The coolant expands and rises when it is hot so it goes up, the coolant comes down when the car is cold.


What kind of coolant do you usr for a 1998 Toyota camrey?

You can use universal coolant which you can find in any auto parts store, or you can use a coolant for Japanese card, or you can go and get coolant at a local Toyota dealer.


How do you put coolant in a 2001 Volkswagen Passat?

Fill the reservoir with G12 VW coolant only and it will go into the engine.


What happened when the coolant sensor is in tROUBLE?

Chances are it wont read the coolant levels meaning your car will go bang!


Where does engine coolant go in the alero?

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.

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