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Checking coolant, Adding coolant – Pontiac Grand Prix 2001 User Manual

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Checking Coolant

The coolant recovery tank is located on the passenger’s
side of the vehicle in the rear of the engine compartment.
See “Engine Compartment Overview” in the Index for
more information on location.

The vehicle must be on a level surface. When your
engine is cold, the coolant level should be at the COLD
mark or a little higher. When your engine is warm, the
level should be up to the HOT mark or a little higher.

If this LOW COOLANT
light comes on and stays on,
it means you’re low on
engine coolant.

Adding Coolant

If you need more coolant, add the proper DEX

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coolant mixture at the coolant recovery tank, but be
careful not to spill it.

If the coolant recovery tank is completely empty, add
coolant to the radiator. See “Engine Overheating” in
the Index.