Empty Coolant

2001 DAEWOO NUBIRA
4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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DALYCEARMSTRONG
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Can I use water for coolant?
Dec 12, 2010 at 1:27 AM
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MHPAUTOS
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This should only be done as at temporary measure, correct coolant should be used as it protects the alloys from acid corrosion, use water only for the min time it takes to get correct coolant or repair any leaks.

mark (mhpautos)
Dec 12, 2010 at 1:33 AM
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