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1995 Oldsmobile Achieva Repair Question


Topics covered: Radiator, Coolant, Engine.
Mileage: 189,998 miles.

Asked on June 26, 2012

How do i drain and refill my coolant system

I am trying to discover the right way to drain and refill my coolant system.

Answer

Replied on June 26, 2012

Make sure the engine is cool so you don’t burn yourself. Remove the radiator cap. Then look on the bottom of the radiator in the corner. Most likely the driver’s side and there will be a drain valve. Gently twist counter clockwise and some you have to gently pull out a little at the same time. Once it has stopped draining then I have also attached the proper way to service. Make sure you use a 50/50 mix of the correct antifreeze. If you wanted to take it another step, here is a link to flushing.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i36pDzhFkBQ

Tiny Answered by ImpalaSS (expert)
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Replied on June 26, 2012

Some more information for you for your review

http://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-a-car-radiator

Tiny Answered by ImpalaSS (expert)
3,179 answers provided