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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.
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Power Steering
Fluid
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When replacing the pressure cap, make sure it is tight.
Thermostat
Engine coolant temperature is controlled by a thermostat
in the engine coolant system. The thermostat stops the
flow
of
coolant through the radiator until the coolant
reaches a preset temperature.
When you replace your thermostat, a GM thermostat
is
recommended.
When
to
Check Power Steering Fluid
It is not necessary to regularly check power steering
fluid unless you suspect there is a leak
in
the system or
you hear an unusual noise.
A
fluid loss
in
this system
could indicate a problem. Have the system inspected
and repaired.
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