Do I need a funnel to add coolant?
You don’t need the funnel it just makes things easier. Just place a pan under the radiator to catch any coolant that might bubble out and do the same procedure as in my video. I usually don’t fill the radiator all the way when I do this without a funnel so that it doesn’t bubble out as much.
What should I do when I need to top up my coolant?
Make sure the engine is cool — If you need to top up the coolant reservoir, make sure the engine is switched off and cool before opening the tank. Pressure in the system can cause severe burns if the coolant reservoir cap is removed when the engine is hot.
Can you put coolant on a 2011 Ford Fiesta?
We are still working to obtain content for your car, however the video above is believed to have similar characteristics as your car. Adding engine coolant (also known as antifreeze) to your 2011 Ford Fiesta is pretty easy. Engine coolant circulates through your engine to keep it cool in the summer but won’t freeze in the winter.
When to add coolant or antifreeze to an engine?
However, you should never add coolant/antifreeze when the engine is hot, and instead wait for it to cool. Why? Cooling systems are pressurised, and by removing the fill cap when the engine is hot you run the risk of a serious burn.
How many quarts of concentrate coolant do I Need?
Since the system holds 5.8 quarts of fluid and opening the valve only drains 3 quarts, you should have 2.8 quarts remaining. Proceed to refill the cooling system with 100% concentrate coolant. It should only take about 3 quarts to get you to the correct level on the reservoir. This will get you to an almost exact 50/50 mix ratio.
Make sure the engine is cool — If you need to top up the coolant reservoir, make sure the engine is switched off and cool before opening the tank. Pressure in the system can cause severe burns if the coolant reservoir cap is removed when the engine is hot.
However, you should never add coolant/antifreeze when the engine is hot, and instead wait for it to cool. Why? Cooling systems are pressurised, and by removing the fill cap when the engine is hot you run the risk of a serious burn.
What kind of coolant does a 7.3L engine use?
Most 7.3L engines use Motorcraft Green Coolant although some model years were factory filled with Motorcraft Premium Gold Coolant With Motorcraft Green coolant add Diesel Supplemental Coolant Additive every 15,000 miles 6.0L & 6.4L
What happens if you don’t top up coolant reservoir?
If you have to top up the coolant reservoir each time it is checked, this could indicate a leak. Leaks can occur throughout the cooling system, and may cause serious problems, like overheating and engine damage, if left unattended.