Coolant light

Tiny
NPLOUFF
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  • 1999 VOLVO V70
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 150,000 MILES
The coolant light has come on. Do I need radiator flush and fill or just add coolant?
Sunday, July 24th, 2011 AT 4:45 PM

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Tiny
CARADIODOC
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  • 33,873 POSTS
Check the level in the reservoir. If it is low, add a 50/50 mix of water and the correct antifreeze. If it goes low again suspect a leak. Watch for a telltale puddle under the engine where you park.

Coolant is normally added if necessary during a routine oil change. The reservoir is not supposed to be filled. There will be a "min." And "max." On the side. The level should be between those two points when the engine is cold.
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Sunday, July 24th, 2011 AT 7:17 PM

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