Radiator repair

Tiny
UBBERDADDY
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  • 1989 DODGE DYNASTY
  • 6 CYL
  • 2WD
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Once I replace my radiator how do I recharge the system
Saturday, February 12th, 2011 AT 12:26 AM

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Tiny
CARADIODOC
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Fill it with coolant, 50 / 50 water / antifreeze. Drive it long enough to warm the engine, let it cool down for 15 - 20 minutes, add more as necessary, and fill the reservoir until it is about half full. Recheck the reservoir after a few days. It's common to have to add a little after a few days.

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Saturday, February 12th, 2011 AT 4:43 AM

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