best coolant to add?

[hollywood651]

I have a 2004 XLR, i need add coolant what is the best kind? and how much thank u Dwight so confused

 

[Gord]

"Use a 50/50 mixture of DEX-COOL antifreeze and clean drinkable water."

14.8 quarts / 14 liters as per attached PDF file.

HTH!

Gord

 

[hollywood651]

thank u for ur time and effort Dwight

 

[hollywood651]

do u understand all different colors of Anti-freeze ps like pink, orange, green etc.

 

[hollywood651]

i got a low coolan on dash, can i just add the coolant to the reservoir? thank u Dwight

 

[Gord]

Pretty good read here regarding the color significance:

The Different Colors of Coolant and their significance

Changing your coolant is one of the easiest tasks. But do you know what color your radiator runs on and why? Learn more today...

fuelandfriction.com

Well, the coolant level certainly has to be adequate, after that, best look around for leaks. I've had coolant tank levels drop for no reason (in my opinion) so I guess with time they -can- evaporate or maybe get released from the system via overpressure when running (typical radiator overflow hose on to the ground somewhere / sometime you don't notice).

I'd top up the tank to the proper level, go for a drive and watch the temp gauge and of course, for any warning lamps.

HTH & you're welcome!

Gord

 

[hollywood651]

Thank U, Dwight

 

[Bill S.]

Hey

Use Distilled Water !!!!!!!!! Avoid minerals etc., present in drinkable water, entering the system at any level.

Bill

 

[pure zen]

"Use Distilled Water !!!!!!!!! Avoid minerals etc., present in drinkable water, entering the system at any level."


I agree with Bill .... distilled water!