Check coolant light appeared on my dash?

2014 VOLKSWAGEN CC

95,000 MILES • 2.0L • 4 CYL • TURBO • AUTOMATIC

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I got a “check coolant” light on my dash today. The reservoir looks a bit low so I’m sure it needs a flush and/or refill. Am i able to simply just add coolant to the reservoir? If so, how long can i safely use it that way? I don’t recall changing the coolant in the 5 years since I’ve owned it.

Oct 11, 2024 at 12:09 PM

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Yes, you can just add coolant, but if it has been a while I would do a drain and fill with new coolant.

Here is a guide to help with instructions below for your car:

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

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Oct 11, 2024 at 5:30 PM