Caution, Radiator pressure cap, Engine overheating – Pontiac 2006 Gto User Manual

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If the coolant overflow reservoir is completely empty,
add coolant to the radiator. See

Engine Overheating on

page 5-26

.

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CAUTION:

Turning the radiator pressure cap when the
engine and radiator are hot can allow steam
and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you
badly. With the coolant recovery tank, you will
almost never have to add coolant at the
radiator. Never turn the radiator pressure
cap — even a little — when the engine and
radiator are hot.

Occasionally check the coolant in the radiator. For
information on how to add coolant to the radiator, see

Cooling System on page 5-29

.

Radiator Pressure Cap

Notice:

If the pressure cap is not tightly installed,

coolant loss and possible engine damage may
occur. Be sure the cap is properly and tightly
secured.

See

Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12

for

information on location.

Engine Overheating

Immediate action is required if your engine overheats.
This is indicated by the coolant temperature gage
and the Engine Temp Hot message on the trip computer
display. See

Engine Coolant Temperature Gage on

page 3-28

and

Trip Computer on page 3-33

for more

information.

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2006 - Pontiac GTO Owner Manual

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