windshield washer fluid in the coolant overflow tank

2004 CHEVROLET TRAILBLAZER
165,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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BAKERTB
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2004 Trailblazer
accidently put windshield washer fluid in the coolant overflow tank. what should i do if anything?
Nov 12, 2010 at 12:50 PM
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WRENCHTECH
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If you haven't run the car yet, get as much of it out as you can. I would remove the tank and empty it. It's not a major problem but may create unwanted suds in the cooling system.
Nov 12, 2010 at 1:42 PM
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