How to Fill the Radiator on a 2005 Cobalt

Chevy offers a few different models of the Chevy Colbalt with either a six- or four-cylinder engine. The amount of radiator fluid that will need to pour into the radiator will be determined by the engine size. The type of radiator fluid is a universal 50/50 blend of water and radiator fluid. The plastic panel on top of the radiator will tell you how much radiator fluid you will need. You can buy the radiator fluid at any auto parts store for about $10.

Things You'll Need

• Funnel
• 50/50 radiator fluid

Instructions

1. Allow the engine to completely cool before proceeding. If the engine is hot then the radiator fluid will be hot and under pressure and may cause you serious injury when you remove the radiator cap.

2. Remove the round cap at the top front of the engine compartment by twisting it counterclockwise. Insert the funnel into the radiator and slowly pour the replacement fluid into the radiator.

3. Replace the round metal cap to the top of the radiator by twisting it clockwise.

Tips & Warnings

• When you buy the radiator fluid make sure that you buy the pre-mixed fluid that is half water and half radiator fluid. You can buy this at any super center or auto store.

References

• "Auto Repair For Dummies"; Deanna Sclar; 2008