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2007 Ford Taurus Wiper Fluid in Radiator Overflow

Tiny
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  • 2007 FORD TAURUS
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I was trying to top off my wiper fluid in my 2007 Taurus when I realized I put it in the radiator overflow, I only put about a third of the bottle in there and have since drained the overflow. Do I still need to flush the coolant system or will I be ok?

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Wednesday, February 18th, 2009 AT 4:07 PM

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Tiny
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If you didn't run the engine and drained it all off. You will be ok.
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Thursday, February 19th, 2009 AT 9:24 AM
Tiny
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What if I drove it home and let it set overnight and then drained the overflow?
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Thursday, February 19th, 2009 AT 3:21 PM
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I would be draining and replacing the coolant now to be on the safe side. It is not going to cause any lasting damage although it depends on the chemical qualities used in both coolant and washer fluid. Some chemicals do not mix good. It may do damage over time and you may find your coolant bubbling up if you leave it in there?
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Thursday, February 19th, 2009 AT 4:10 PM

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