coolant

2002 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA
85,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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NONAHEDRICK
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I accidently put windsheild washer fluid in the coolant , would I be able to drive it to a station to flush it out, or does it need to be flushed before running the engine again
Nov 28, 2010 at 7:45 PM
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ERNEST CLARK
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Yes you can drive it
Nov 28, 2010 at 7:48 PM
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DOCFIXIT
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Should pose no problem you could leave it in system. How much was put in? if not enough to dilute antifreeze your O.K.
Nov 28, 2010 at 7:49 PM
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NONAHEDRICK
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maybe put 2 or 3 cups
Nov 28, 2010 at 7:51 PM
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ERNEST CLARK
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Not a major problem, but I'm not sure what kind of chemical reaction you'll get over time. (dissimilar metals are sensitive)

I'd have it replaced if I were you.
Nov 28, 2010 at 8:00 PM
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