Yesterday, I was sitting in my car in my driveway with it...
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internal88
292 days ago
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internal88
292 days ago
The engine won't start because of a lack of coolant. The computer is preventing any further damage to the engine.
How far is the shop?
Customer
292 days ago
The shop is down the street. Maybe a quarter of a mile.
internal88
292 days ago
Can you fill up the coolant as much as you can.
Customer
292 days ago
I'm at work right now, but I can get coolant on the way home and put some in.
internal88
292 days ago
Get a gallon of coolant and fill it up to the neck.
Customer
292 days ago
Ok. What could be the cause of the coolant leak?
internal88
292 days ago
cracked radiator
Locate the **coolant** reservoir and fill the coolant up when you get home. Any coolant will be fine because this is temporary.
Customer
292 days ago
Ok, I can definitely do that.
internal88
292 days ago
Once the shop fixed it , ask them to use the factory Long Life Blue Coolant (Antifreeze).
Customer
292 days ago
OK. Is a cracked radiator a complicated repair? I know nothing.
internal88
292 days ago
It could be a cracked radiator hose and radiator, these jobs are easy straight forward.
Customer
292 days ago
OK, thank you. I always get scared that it's going to be a huge issue.
internal88
292 days ago
You are welcome.
Customer
292 days ago
How much coolant will I need do you think? Is one bottle enough? And should I buy the 50/50 pre diluted?
internal88
292 days ago
Yes, one gallon of 50/50 pre-mixed coolant is fine. You can buy 2 gallons just in case.
Customer
292 days ago
Ok, I'll do that. Thanks so much.
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