Buick LaCrosse: Engine Coolant
The cooling system in the vehicle is filled with DEX-COOL® engine coolant mixture. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants and Maintenance Schedule for more information.
The following explains the cooling system and how to check and add coolant when it is low. If there is a problem with engine overheating, see Engine Overheating.
Cooling System
The cooling system allows the
engine to maintain the correct
working temperature.
When it is safe to lift the hood:
2.4L L4 Engine
2.4L L4 Engine
A. Engine Cooling Fans (Out
of View)
B. C ...
What to Use
WARNING!
Adding only plain water or some
other liquid to the cooling system
can be dangerous. Plain water
and other liquids can boil before
the proper coolant mixture will.
The coolant warni ...
See also:
Engine compartment overview - 1.4L Duratorq-TDCi (DV) Diesel
A. Engine coolant reservoir*: See Engine coolant check.
B. Brake and clutch fluid reservoir (right-hand drive)*: See Brake and clutch
fluid check.
C. Engine oil filler cap*: See Engine oil check ...
Fuse panel located in the passenger compartment
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Low Fuel Warning Light
This light, below the fuel gauge,
comes on briefly when the engine is
started.
If it does not come on have the
vehicle serviced by your dealer.
If the system is working normally,
the indic ...
