Which Coolant/Antifreeze for this vehicle?

1983 CHEVROLET VAN
61,000 MILES • 5.7L • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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AZDANNO04
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What coolant/antifreeze?
Jul 20, 2024 at 3:05 AM
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Here are the steps to ensure proper coolant/antifreeze usage:

Coolant Type: Use a green ethylene glycol-based coolant.
Mix Ratio: Mix the coolant with distilled water in a 50:50 ratio for most climates. In extremely cold climates, a 60:40 ratio (coolant to water) can be used for additional freeze protection.

Capacity: Check your owner's manual for the exact cooling system capacity, but it's generally around 12-16 quarts for these vehicles.
Jul 20, 2024 at 4:11 AM
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