2004 Dodge Dakota Owner's Manual - Page 238

238 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! You or others can be badly burned by hot coolant or steam from your radiator. If you see or hear steam coming from under the hood don't open the hood until the radiator has had time to cool. If you open the hood and see steam or hot coolant escaping from the radiator, don't touch anything. Get away quickly. Never try to open a pressure cap when the radiator is hot. Cooling System Maintenance At the intervals shown on the Maintenance Schedules, the system should be drained, flushed and filled. Cooling System - Drain, Flush And Refill 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. Discard old antifreeze solution according to recommended procedure. Disposal of Used Engine Coolant 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 and children. If ingested by a child, contact a physician immediately. Clean up any ground spills immediately. Recommended Engine Coolant Refer to Recommended Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts for correct fluid type.