Look for the markings on the side of the plastic overflow bottle that say “Low” and “Full,” or similar terms, then grab a funnel and fill the reservoir until the level reaches “Full”. One way is to put a stick into its reservoir and check how much coolant there is. ...
It's not that critical. It's a coolant reservoir, which means it captures the coolant that overflows when the engine is warm and return it to the radiator when it cools - so as long as there's fluid in this tank your engine will always have the right amount of cooling fluid in the...
Copper/brass radiators on older vehicles can often be soldered to repair leaks. Cracks or pinholes in aluminum radiators in newer vehicles can often be repaired with epoxy glue. But if the core is severely corroded or damaged, the radiator may have to be professionally repaired at a radiator...
It’s usually a translucent plastic tank near the radiator. If the coolant tank is empty, you may have sprung a leak. Take a quick look under the car. If you notice a drip or puddle, chances are the coolant tank is leaking. If the culprit is a coolant leak, you will need to ...