What happens if you remove the coolant cap on a Chevy Cobalt?

Removing the coolant reservoir cap on a warm engine could cause the cap to fly off at a high rate of speed and fluid to spray out of the reservoir. Always wear safety goggles when working on your Cobalt. Promptly wipe up any spilled fluid as it is highly toxic.

Where is the coolant reservoir on a Chevy Cobalt?

The video above shows you where the coolant reservoir in your Cobalt is located and how to add coolant. Be sure to check your owners manual to determine the correct type of fluid to add – for Chevrolets, it will typically be in a section titled Fluid Capacities in the back of your manual.

What kind of coolant do you put in a corvette?

Be sure to check your owners manual to determine the correct type of fluid to add – for Chevrolets, it will typically be in a section titled Fluid Capacities in the back of your manual. Mix the coolant with distilled water so that you have a combination of 50% coolant and 50% water.

Do you need to add water to coolant bottle?

Some coolants will come premixed-that is, you don’t need to add any water. These coolants will typically say 50/50 or pre-mixed on the front of the coolant bottle. Removing the coolant reservoir cap on a warm engine could cause the cap to fly off at a high rate of speed and fluid to spray out of the reservoir.

What should the coolant temp be in a Chevy Cobalt?

Here are the specifications. • Engine coolant temperature (ECT) exceeds approximately 106°C (223°F). • A/C refrigerant pressure exceeds 1 310 kPa (190 psi). • After the vehicle is shut off, the ECT at key-off is greater than 140°C (284°F) and system voltage is more than 12 volts. The fans will stay on for approximately 3 minutes.

What should I do if I spill coolant on my cobalt?

Always wear safety goggles when working on your Cobalt. Promptly wipe up any spilled fluid as it is highly toxic. Animals love its sweet taste, so even a spilling a small amount on your garage floor can end up in the dog’s stomach pretty quickly.

What should the ECT be on a Chevy Cobalt?

• After the vehicle is shut off, the ECT at key-off is greater than 140°C (284°F) and system voltage is more than 12 volts. The fans will stay on for approximately 3 minutes. • ECT reaches 110°C (230°F).