changing coolant

1989 PONTIAC 6000
190,000 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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DANYKERRILUK
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how do i drain my radiator. need to add fresh coolant.
Nov 25, 2010 at 6:45 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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The drain is at the bottom of the radiator. It looks like a wing nut.

NOTE: If the car came with dexcool coolant and it is still in the vehicle, make sure to get the same thing or a universal coolant (GO-5). DO NOT mix the green coolant with dexcool.

Let me know if you have other questions.

Joe
Nov 25, 2010 at 6:48 AM
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