FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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General Information

CAUTION: Use of Propylene Glycol based coolants is not recommended as they provide less freeze protection and less corrosion protection.

PURPOSE
The cooling system is designed around the coolant. The coolant must accept heat from engine metal, in the cylinder head area near the exhaust valves and engine block. Then carry this heat to the radiator where the tube/fin radiator can give it up to the air.

MIXTURE
The use of aluminum cylinder heads, intake manifolds, and water pumps requires special corrosion protection. Mopar Antifreeze or the equivalent ethylene glycol base antifreeze with a silicate inhibitor is recommended for best engine cooling without corrosion, when mixed only to a freeze point of -37°C (-35°F) to -59°C (-50°F). If it loses color or becomes contaminated, drain, flush, and replace with fresh properly mixed solution.

WARNINGS:
- Antifreeze is an ethylene glycol base coolant and is harmful if swallowed or inhaled. If swallowed, drink two glasses of water and induce vomiting. If inhaled, move to fresh air area and seek medical attention immediately. Do not store in open or unmarked containers. Wash skin and clothing thoroughly after coming in contact with ethylene glycol. Keep out of reach of children.

- Dispose of glycol base coolant properly, contact your dealer or government agency for location of collection center in your area.

- Do not open a cooling system when the engine is at operating temperature or hot under pressure, personal injury can result.

- Avoid radiator cooling fan when engine compartment related service is performed, personal injury can result.