how to check engine coolant and how to fill it up?

[bryanguystatus]

It will tend to be "full" after driving. You need to check it when everything is cool.

[zoom26]

yeah, thats what i read also and what our mechanic (not from the dealer) told me too
one of the guys i asked about it also(the driving instructor) said that as long as the radiator is full(which it is) then it would be fine
im really getting more and more confused as it is lol

[zoom26]

now i dont know how im gonna ask about the TSB(shifting on the 4sp ATs 2010forte ex)
since the services person there seem to make a fuzz out of everything

[SLEEPS]

Just go ask if your VIN is in the list that needs the TSB for shift reflash. Simple.

[zoom26]

Originally Posted by SLEEPS

Just go ask if your VIN is in the list that needs the TSB for shift reflash. Simple.

but the service person there isnt the nicest person, would try to ask her when i bring the car for the sensor replacement on my tire.
hope she wouldnt make that much of a fuzz out of it ><

[Jeff8n]

Some of you guys crack me up when you try to explain things.

There are three main types of antifreeze on the market. They all contain an ethylene glycol base, water, dye and an additive package. Colored dye is added for leak detection and is not a reliable way of identifying coolant type. The additive package is what makes them different.

Definitely do not mix dexcool (mainly orange) with conventional (mainly green) coolant. They are incompatible. Although a new Hybrid type of Antifreeze has been introduced a while back that can mix with either of the two.

The Hybrid antifreeze has the benefits of both types of antifreeze (longevity and fast acting) with no compatibility issues. (works with all colors)

Now as for checking your antifreeze level, make sure your car has been sitting for a few hours and is cold. The easiest way to check the fluid is to shine a flashlight in the reservoir tank, nudge your car some, and look for the fluid to move. The plastic tank is harder to see through on some cars than others. I can't remember how transparent the plastic is for the forte.

I forgot to add that I personally use the premixed hybrid antifreeze. Its simple to use, just pour it straight from the container into your car. I'm not sure which kind the forte uses, but conventional green antifreeze should be changed out every 2 years or 24,000 miles. Hybrid and dexcool only need changed out every 5years or 150,000 miles. *I wouldn't recommend using dexcool though.

[Jeff8n]

Originally Posted by zoom26

but the service person there isnt the nicest person, would try to ask her when i bring the car for the sensor replacement on my tire.
hope she wouldnt make that much of a fuzz out of it ><

Its her job, she can get over it.

[zoom26]

Originally Posted by Jeff8n

Some of you guys crack me up when you try to explain things.

There are three main types of antifreeze on the market. They all contain an ethylene glycol base, water, dye and an additive package. Colored dye is added for leak detection and is not a reliable way of identifying coolant type. The additive package is what makes them different.

Definitely do not mix dexcool (mainly orange) with conventional (mainly green) coolant. They are incompatible. Although a new Hybrid type of Antifreeze has been introduced a while back that can mix with either of the two.

The Hybrid antifreeze has the benefits of both types of antifreeze (longevity and fast acting) with no compatibility issues. (works with all colors)

Now as for checking your antifreeze level, make sure your car has been sitting for a few hours and is cold. The easiest way to check the fluid is to shine a flashlight in the reservoir tank, nudge your car some, and look for the fluid to move. The plastic tank is harder to see through on some cars than others. I can't remember how transparent the plastic is for the forte.

I forgot to add that I personally use the premixed hybrid antifreeze. Its simple to use, just pour it straight from the container into your car. I'm not sure which kind the forte uses, but conventional green antifreeze should be changed out every 2 years or 24,000 miles. Hybrid and dexcool only need changed out every 5years or 150,000 miles. *I wouldn't recommend using dexcool though.

thank you so mcuh, also for not bashing me. yeah, i did see those Peak antifreeze which says compatible with all colors or something like that. Pre-mixed 50/50
guess i can just add that to my coolant reservoir?

[zoom26]

Originally Posted by Jeff8n

Its her job, she can get over it.

one time i went to the dealer to have it check, she told me to set up an appointment before coming in. and when i asked one of the mechanics there to help me on how to check it, he told me to go inside to the service dept. not the friendliest of people

[Jeff8n]

Originally Posted by zoom26

thank you so mcuh, also for not bashing me. yeah, i did see those Peak antifreeze which says compatible with all colors or something like that. Pre-mixed 50/50
guess i can just add that to my coolant reservoir?

Yeah just pour it into your reservoir tank (make sure it's the correct tank). Although you probably don't need to add any if your dealership said it was fine.

[zoom26]

Originally Posted by Jeff8n

Yeah just pour it into your reservoir tank (make sure it's the correct tank). Although you probably don't need to add any if your dealership said it was fine.

that should be the box that says coolant right? guess ill go with the dealer if he says so and also, i saw this chrome strip like 2in at autozone. was thinking of sticking it to my bumper(white) since its an easier fix than the paint lol idk what do you think?