Coolant change

Good morning,

Use a 50-50 mix. All coolants today require this for their system for maximum protection.

I attached a guide for flushing the system as well as the actual procedure for you for your vehicle as well.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/coolant-flush-and-refill-all-cars

Roy

I’m sorry, but since I can’t get all of the water out of the engine when I’m running the water through everything I hear that to use straight coolant not 50/50 because there is left over water still in the engine block.. so the left over water that I couldn’t get out of the engine cause I’m just draining only the water and old coolant through the radiator pet cock will mix with the concentrate coolant that is left over in engine.. right or wrong? Thanks again, Michael

Do not worry about the remaining water in the block. It will make a small difference in temperature protection.

I would not run full strength at all. Only use 50-50.

Roy

Oh okay, thank you very much. in other words don’t look or try to look for a engine drain plug I don’t even know if there is one is there? So 50/50 in reservoir until it’s full, correct? I appreciate you helping me out. Mike

There is one but it takes a while to find it moving things out of the way to get access.

Yes, the system uses 50-50 for the entire cooling system.

You are welcome.

Always glad to help.

Roy

Thanks a lot Roy you were a big help and money saver.. be safe.. Mike

I attached a picture of the block for you. The drain will be a plug located close to the bottom of the block. I circled where it could be on each side.

Roy

So don’t try to loosen them leave them alone right? I’m not really great on cars I’m just a normal home owner with two ramps for front tires. So leave them alone correct? Thanks

In my opinion, yes, leave them alone.

Roy

Okay, cool. thanks again. Won’t bother you anymore. lol!

Never a bother.

Roy