Cadillac 2002 Eldorado, Manual

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Checking Coolant
The surge tank is located next to the engine block on
the passenger’s side of the vehicle. For more information
on location, see “Engine Compartment Overview” in
the Index.
If the CHECK COOLANT LEVEL message appears
on the Driver Information Center (DIC), you will need
to add coolant.
CAUTION:
Turning the surge tank pressure cap when the
engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and
scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly.
Never turn the surge tank pressure cap
--
even
a little
--
when the engine and radiator are hot.
The vehicle must be on a level surface. When your engine
is cold, the coolant level should be at the full cold mark,
which is 2.5 inches (6.4 cm) below the base of the fill neck.
Use a flashlight as necessary to see into the tank.
If the CHECK COOLANT LEVEL message comes on
and stays on, it means you’re low on engine coolant.
For more information, see “Check Message,
Coolant Level” in the Index.