2017 Chevy Caprice Coolant

2017 Chevy Caprice Coolant

Coolant, as it relates to vehicles, is usually a liquid or gas substance used to regulate the temperature of your engine. Liquid coolants are typically half water and half ethylene glycol. Water is used to transfer heat while ethylene glycol is used to lower the freezing point of the liquid. In colder climates, this is tremendously important. This seemingly isn't the first time you've heard of ethylene glycol as it is the central ingredient in the popular term "antifreeze". Keep in mind, you never want to pour antifreeze or water by themselves into your engine system. They need to be mixed to create the proper coolant.

You can purchase ready-made mixtures of coolant that already have water added, or you can purchase full-strength antifreeze which needs to be diluted with distilled water before being added to the engine system. Give the experts at Bill Estes Chevy Buick GMC Lebanon a call at 3178545995 or schedule service online and let one of our mechanics and service experts handle your coolant flush.

Every car manufacturer, including Chevy has developed its own coolant or requires a specific coolant that is distinct to individual years and models. There are several colors of coolants to help distinguish each including yellow, red, blue, green, purple and orange. It is important to do your research if you plan to buy, flush, or replace the coolant in your vehicle. Many models will not be compatible even with "universal" coolants or antifreeze.

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How do I know if I need a coolant flush in my 2017 Chevy Caprice?

Common symptoms that your 2017 Chevy Caprice needs a coolant flush are:

• Steam will come from the radiator or hood
• Your check engine light may turn on
• Sometimes, albeit unlikely, you'll be able to smell an odd burning odor coming from under the hood.
• Unexpected grinding noises can come from the engine
• Your heater may stop working
• Your temperature gauge will read far above normal with the engine on for a few minutes.
• Sediment or rust will be visible in the coolant
• Coolant will normally leak out when the engine is running. Check the ground when you park.

What color coolant does 2017 Chevy Caprice use?

It's essential to understand that color doesn't matter. While most Organic Acid Technology (OAT) coolants are normally orange, yellow, red or purple, Hybrid Organic Acid Technology (HOAT) coolants are orange and yellow. So evidently, there's quite a bit of overlap. Then you have Inorganic Acid Technology (IAT) coolants that are normally green, however, some manufacturers sell them in blue. At the end of the day, consistently be sure to read the bottle to confirm the type of coolant you're utilizing. When looking for the correct coolant for your 2017 Chevy Caprice, you need to consistently check your owner's manual. The easiest way to confirm you are utilizing the right coolant is to send your 2017 Chevy Caprice to Bill Estes Chevy Buick GMC Lebanon or give us a call at 3178545995. Schedule service online and use one of our many coolant flush coupons to save today.

How long does 2017 Chevy Caprice coolant last?

How regularly you need to flush and replenish your vehicle's coolant relies on the type of coolant. There are many types of coolants. Up until the mid-1990s there was basically only a single type of coolant. It was a green formula coolant that contained corrosion inhibitors that only lasted between 24,000 - 36,000 miles or between two to three years. This type of coolant is not advised for newer vehicles which come equipped with a longer-lasting coolant.

Newer coolants use an Organic Acid Technology (OAT) and last up to twice as long as older coolant. In some cases these long-life coolants can last over 5 years or 100,000 miles.

For specific facts on what intervals your coolant needs to be changed, check your 2017 Chevy Caprice maintenance schedule within your owner's manual or give Bill Estes Chevy Buick GMC Lebanon a call at 3178545995 today and ask one of our OEM-trained technicians or advisers. You can still book an appointment online and we'll take care of your coolant service for you.

What happens if my 2017 Chevy Caprice runs out of coolant?

Your 2017 Chevy Caprice doesn't have to run out of coolant for troubles to start. Dilution levels need to be within a specific percentage range or your 2017 Chevy Caprice engine parts can start to rust, break, or become irreplaceably damaged. If you run out of coolant totally due to a leak or poor fluid levels, your entire engine system can be compromised from the gaskets to the pistons or even the engine block itself.

What kind of coolant does 2017 Chevy Caprice use?

There are many types and colors of coolant from inorganic to organic to hybrid. To make things even more confusing, the color of the coolant doesn't repeatedly mean the same thing. It's essential to reference your 2017 Chevy Caprice owner's manual for the specific type of coolant required and the specific intervals in which you should have a coolant flush service finished. Or you can call one of our Chevy Caprice factory certified service technicians for any details you need. We can still schedule you an appointment to make sure the correct coolant is used. Give Bill Estes Chevy Buick GMC Lebanon a call today!

2017 Chevy Caprice Coolant Flush

A coolant flush or cooling system service consists of three main services.

• Adding a cleaner compound to get rid of sediment, corrosion, particles,and rust
• Flushing the entire system thoroughly
• Replenishing the system with the appropriate coolant and delicately measuring the dilution percentage

How much coolant does a 2017 Chevy Caprice take or need?

Every make and model requires a distinct level of coolant. To see the precise amount required you should invariably check your 2017 Chevy Caprice owner's manual. Give us a call or bring your vehicle to Bill Estes Chevy Buick GMC Lebanon and we'll answer any questions you have on coolant levels.

WARNING - To avoid burns, make sure your vehicle engine is cool before checking your coolant level.

How often should you change coolant in a 2017 Chevy Caprice?

Normally, you should have your 2017 Chevy Caprice coolant flush concluded each 30,000 miles or each two years. There are certain instances where your vehicle can go without a flush for a longer period of time. When you bring your vehicle into Bill Estes Chevy Buick GMC Lebanon, we will check your fluid levels and inspect it for debris or sediment which can harm the engine, and make sure it's diluted accurately. It's critical to have this checked each 15,000 miles to make sure you catch any issues before they cause dramatic damage. When it comes to your 2017 Chevy Caprice engine, it's better safe than sorry.