How Do You Add Coolant To The Radiator Of A 1996 Chevrolet Lumina Sedan?
The 1996 Chevrolet Lumina’s cooling system was originally filled with coolant specifically designed to remain in the vehicle for 100,000 miles or five years, which ever came first. Keeping the coolant at the proper level protects the engine from freezing down to -34 degrees F, and against boiling up to 265 degrees F. Although the closed system is designed to allow for the normal expansion and contraction of engine coolant, if the fluid level drops too low it may be necessary to add coolant. Here’s how to do it safely. Turn off the engine and allow the Lumina to cool completely. Once the engine has cooled, pull back on the hood release lever located under the dash to the left of the driver’s side. Lift the hood to its fully opened position. Locate the Coolant Recovery Tank on the left side of the engine. You should be able to observe the level of coolant through the plastic tank. If the level is below the COLD mark proceed to Step Seven. If there is no coolant in the Coolant Recovery Ta
