2005 Dodge Ram 2500 Pickup Owner Manual - Page 371

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 371 CAUTION! • Mixing of coolants other than specified engine coolant, may result in engine damage. If a nonHOAT coolant is introduced into the cooling system in an emergency, it should be replaced with the specified coolant as soon as possible. • Do not use plain water alone or alcohol base engine coolant (antifreeze) products. Do not use additional rust inhibitors or antirust products, as they may not be compatible with the radiator engine coolant and may plug the radiator. • This vehicle has not been designed for use with Propylene Glycol based coolants. Use of Propylene Glycol based coolants is not recommended. 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. Coolant Pressure Cap The coolant pressure cap must be fully tightened to prevent the loss of coolant and to insure that the coolant will return to the radiator from the coolant bottle. The pressure cap should be inspected and cleaned if there is any accumulation of foreign material on the sealing surfaces. 7