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Checking Coolant
The coolant surge tank is
located in the engine
compartment on the
passenger’s side of the
vehicle. See “Engine
Compartment Overview” in
the Index for more
information on location.
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 FILL
COLD mark.
If the LOW COOLANT
message comes on and stays
on, it means you’re low on
engine coolant.
See “Low Coolant” in the Index.
Adding Coolant
If you need more coolant, add the proper DEX
-
COOL
R
coolant mixture at the surge tank, but only when the
engine is cool.
CAUTION:
You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot
engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol,
and it will burn if the engine parts are hot
enough. Don’t spill coolant on a hot engine.
When replacing the pressure cap, make sure it
is hand
-
tight.
Summary of Contents for 2002 Silverado 1500 Pickup
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Page 174: ...2 94 The Instrument Panel Your Information System ...
Page 354: ...5 28 Front Position 2WD 1500 Series Front Position All Other Models ...
Page 357: ...5 31 Front Position 2WD 1500 Series Front Position All Other Models ...
Page 404: ...6 39 Power Steering Fluid 8100 V8 Engine All Other Engines ...
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