Coolant Fluid change
Supporting Tuner
Joined: Sep 2004
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From: ================== Houston, Texas www.englandgreen.com ================== Necessary Evil™ __________
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St. Jude Donor '05-'06-'07-'08-'09-'10-'11-'12-'13-'14
I do a complete fluid change based on my driving style. I drive it like I stole it, so I do a complete (all) fluid change much more often than most.
Burning Brakes
Joined: Jan 2002
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From: The Woodlands Texas
I always flush and change every 2 years. Gives you an opportunity to look over hoses, belts, radiator core, tanks, etc while you are flushing. My method is overkill but - its my car.
Do not dump your coolant on the driveway, it is toxic. I flush into a large open container and then dispose of it at my local auto parts shop.
For around $100 GM will do the job for you.
Do not dump your coolant on the driveway, it is toxic. I flush into a large open container and then dispose of it at my local auto parts shop.
For around $100 GM will do the job for you.
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Safety Car
Joined: Nov 2004
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From: So Cal
Thanks, it's not a mileage issue for me it's time. I have about 6K miles but it's a 2001. Coolant fluid still looks good to the eye. Is there a widget out there that can check for proper coolant properties (good, bad or ugly)?
Burning Brakes
Joined: Aug 2004
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Don't waste your time checking the "properties", the coolant is still fully functional. The PROBLEM is, its very corrosive and will cause LEAKS if left in too long. If my math is correct yours is 4 to 5 years old. Do you want to do a coolant change or a water pump change?
