1996 Ford Probe Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 223

Use Ford Premium Cooling System Fluid or an equivalent engine coolant that meets Ford Specification ESE-M97B44-A. Do not use alcohol or methanol antifreeze and do not use engine coolant mixed with alcohol or methanol antifreeze. If you do not use the proper coolant, the aluminum radiator on your vehicle will corrode. Leave the engine coolant in all year. Make sure that the coolant will not freeze at the temperature level in which you drive during winter months. Keep an engine coolant in your engine that has a protection rating of at least -20˚F (-29˚C), or whatever protection rating is appropriate for the climate in which you live. To find out how much engine coolant mixture your vehicle's coolant system can hold, see Refill capacities for fluids in the Index. You may add water by itself only in an emergency, but you should replace it with a 50/50 mixture as soon as possible. Have your dealer check the engine cooling system for leaks if you have to add a quart (liter) of engine coolant more than once a month. Engine coolant drain and flush The proper procedures to completely drain and flush the engine cooling system can be found in the Service Manual for your vehicle or you can see your dealer. See the order form located before this chapter. Follow these recommended procedures to ensure that your vehicle has the specified engine level and 50/50 mixture of cooling system fluid and water. 226