2014 Chevrolet SS Owner Manual - Page 295

Vehicle Care Caution (Continued) mixture can freeze and crack engine cooling parts. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Use only the proper mixture of engine coolant for the cooling system. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11-12. Never dispose of engine coolant by putting it in the trash, pouring it on the ground, or pouring it into sewers, streams or bodies of water. Have the coolant changed by an authorized service center, familiar with legal requirements regarding used coolant disposal. This will help protect the environment and your health. To check coolant: 1. Turn the ignition off. 2. Locate the coolant recovery reservoir. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10-5. 10-13 Checking Coolant The vehicle must be on a level surface when checking the coolant level. 3. Turn the coolant recovery reservoir dipstick cap counterclockwise and slowly pull out the dipstick. There are maximum and minimum markings on the dipstick. 4. When the engine is cold, the coolant level should be at or above the minimum mark (1). After the vehicle has been driven and the engine is at normal operating temperature, the level should be somewhere between half full and the maximum mark (2). 5. If the coolant level is correct, replace the coolant recovery reservoir dipstick cap and turn clockwise to secure.