2005 Chrysler Crossfire Owner's Manual - Page 215

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 215 Cooling System - Drain, Flush and Refill At the intervals shown on the Maintenance Schedules, the system should be drained, flushed and refilled. If the solution is dirty and contains a considerable amount of sediment, clean and flush with a reliable cooling system cleaner. Follow with a thorough rinsing to remove all deposits and chemicals. Engine Coolant Disposal Used ethylene glycol based engine coolant is a regulated substance requiring proper disposal. Check with your local authorities to determine the disposal rules for your community. Do not store ethylene glycol based engine coolant in open containers or allow it to remain in puddles on the ground. Prevent ingestion by animals or children. If ingested by a child, contact a physician immediately. Selection Of Coolant Use only coolant approved to MB 325.0, such as Valvoline GO5, or an equivalent extended life coolant. Refer to the recommended Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts for correct coolant type. CAUTION! Failure to use the proper antifreeze could cause radiator plugging and engine overheating. Do not mix antifreeze brands or types. Do not use plain water alone or alcohol base antifreeze products. Do not use additional rust inhibitors or antirust products, as they may not be compatible with the radiator coolant and may plug the radiator. Adding Coolant When adding coolant, a minimum solution of 50% ethylene glycol antifreeze coolant and water should be used. Use higher concentrations (not to exceed 70%) if temperatures below -34°F (-37°C) are anticipated. Use only high purity water, such as distilled or deionized water when mixing the water/antifreeze solution. The use of lower quality water will reduce the amount of corrosion protection in the engine cooling system. NOTE: Mixing coolant types other than Mopar products will decrease the life of the engine coolant and will require more frequent coolant changes. 7