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Can you just add coolant to your car?
Open the hood and locate the engine coolant reservoir. If the coolant level is low, add the correct coolant to the reservoir (not the radiator itself). You can use diluted coolant by itself, or a 50/50 mixture of concentrated coolant and distilled water.
Do you add coolant with the engine on or off?
Running the engine helps to get any air bubbles out of the system. Do I need to run the engine with the radiator cap off whenever I add coolant to the radiator or only when I drain/flush the system? Yes. You do it whenever you drain coolant out of the system unless otherwise stated by the manufacturer.
Is it safe to drive with low coolant?
The biggest concern of driving a car with low coolant levels is the potential for overheating the engine. If there’s not enough coolant present, temperatures can rise to potentially catastrophic levels, increasing the risk for a blown head gasket, warped cylinder head or cracked engine block.
What happens if coolant is above MAX line?
Coolant expands as it heats and contracts when it cools. The extra space prevents damage to your engine and hoses. In worst case scenarios, overfilling your antifreeze tank can lead to electrical damage if overflow comes into contact with engine wiring.
What kind of coolant do you put in a Saab?
Be sure to check your owners manual to determine the correct type of fluid to add – for Saabs, it will typically be in a section titled Fluid Capacities in the back of your manual. Mix the coolant with distilled water so that you have a combination of 50% coolant and 50% water.
Where is the coolant reservoir on a 9-3?
The video above shows you where the coolant reservoir in your 9-3 is located and how to add coolant. Be sure to check your owners manual to determine the correct type of fluid to add – for Saabs, it will typically be in a section titled Fluid Capacities in the back of your manual.
Do you have to mix coolant with water?
Mix the coolant with distilled water so that you have a combination of 50% coolant and 50% water. Some coolants will come premixed-that is, you don’t need to add any water. These coolants will typically say 50/50 or pre-mixed on the front of the coolant bottle.