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ReFill Antifreeze..what kind?

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Old 12-14-2007
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ReFill Antifreeze..what kind?

Well I need to change my thermostat today and so I know I have got drain some of the fluid out to do that. What kind do I put back in when I go to refill it? I just dont want to put in the wrong stuff.
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On a 2000 model you won't hurt anything with the non-silicant types.

What ever suits you is fine.

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Okay well I got one other question for you guys...I decided I would go ahead and flush it and replace it. Now in the manual it says I need to back flush the heater core..well I couldnt figure out how to do this. What do I need to do? Can I just refill it and go ahead with it or what? Thanks guys for the help.
 
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Please help! I gotta get to work...lol
 
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You don't have to back flush it.

If you have the time you ought to though. Just dis-connect the hoses on the firewall and use a water hose to flush out any debris that might be in there.

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THanks for the help..I got it straight...I appreciate it!
 
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