Q: Wrong fluid in reservoir
I put windshield fluid in my coolant, what can I do
My car has 2000 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.
If you accidentally put windshield washer fluid in the radiator coolant reservoir then you will need to have the entire cooling system drained then flushed out and refilled with fresh correct coolant mixed 50/50 with distilled or deionized water. You can also use coolant that is already premixed when you purchase it.
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