1998 Pontiac Grand Am Owner's Manual - Page 258
1998 Pontiac Grand Am Manual
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When to Check and What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often you should checkthe fluid level in your clutch master cylinder reservoir and for the proper fluid. See "Owner Checks and Services" and "Recommended Fluids and Lubricants" in the Index. Engine Coolant The cooling s stem in your vehicle is filled with DEX-COOLJ engine coolant. This coolant is designed to remain in your vehicle 5 years or 150,000 miles for (240 000 km) whichever occurs first, if you add only DEX-COOL' extended life coolant. The following explains your cooling system and how to a add coolant when is low. If you have problem with it engine overheating, see "Engine Overheating" in the Index. A 50/50 mixture of water andDEX-COOL@ coolant will: 0 How to Check The properfluid should be added if the level at or is below the STEP mark onthe reservoir cap. See the instructions onthe reservoir cap. 0 0 0 Give freezing protection down to -34°F (-37°C). Give boiling protection up 265 O (1 29 C). to F Protect against rust and corrosion. Help keep the proper engine temperature. Let the warning lightsand gages workas they should. O 6-25