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Question
The coolant appears low. Manual says to add 50/50 mixture of coolant and distilled water. Also recommends Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant. If I buy this product, is it already a 50/50 mixture or do I have to mix it myself?
Thank you, Linda
There is two ways of doing it.
1) Buy a gallon of QUALITY coolant/antifreeze. Mix it 50/50 with distilled water and add to overflow reservoir.
2) Buy a gallon of pre-mixed coolant/antifreeze. Pour it directly into the reservoir.
In reality, most technicians just add pure coolant to the reservoir without mixing it.
If your vehicle is 2+ years old, you should consider having the coolant changed.
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Kevin Pilotte
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I can answer many technical questions relating to AMC vehicles prior to 1979. I also have experience with Rambler & Nash vehicles.
Experience
I am a former AMC technician, service writer and service manager. I have worked in AMC dealers in Illinois in the 70's. After college, I was a Field Service Rep for American Motors Sales Corporation, working out of the Chicago Zone office. I traveled to AMC dealers assisting in the diagnosis and repair of AMC vehicles. I was also the Area Training Manager for DeLorean Motor Company. I have 10+ years as an Automotive Instructor. I have modified and restored
numerous AMC vehicles. I have been working on AMC vehicles for over 30 years.
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I have been an ASE Certified Master Technician since 1975. This includes L1. I am also currently a Toyota Certified Master Diagnostic Technician.
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I have articles in "American Motoring", the official publication of the American Motors Owners Association. They are the largest AMC club in the world.
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