My partner has just replaced the radiator in my Peugeot 106, 1.5 Diesel (1998). He has gone out and told me that I have to now put the anti freeze in it. I have no idea how much to put in (apparently is a mix with water....) and I cant find the details in the handbook (the handbook I have isnt specifically for the 106).
Also (this is silly) I presume I pour in the anti freeze and then top up with water.....
I have no idea!
Help!!!!!!
2007-09-12 22:07:16 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
As the others have said, look on the container of antifreeze to get the mixture ratio for the water. I will also guarentee you that it is 50/50 ratio. A good idea is to premix the solution and then pour it into the radiator. If you mix more than you need pour it into a leak proof container and throw it in the trunk so that you have it if you need it.
You may also buy premixed antifreeze at an auto parts store, then it is simple as pouring it into the radiator until full.
Once you have it full, leave the radiator cap off and start the engine, let it run until the water inside circulates and you can feel the heat from it. This will make sure that there are no air pockets in the system. Once it is hot, then replace the cap and you are finished.
good luck
2007-09-12 23:16:29 · answer #1 · answered by Fordman 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What I have always done is drain the radiator and I will put one gallon of anti freeze in it and then fill will water. The correct mixture is 50/50 but if you put a gallon in you will be fine.
2007-09-12 22:14:04 · answer #2 · answered by edj009 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This only happens with petrol engines when the head gasket has blown between the waterjacket and cylinder/s.The same with diesels ,except for ingress through the injector sleeves.If the new head gasket is fitted correctly and the head checked, for tracking on the diesel, as well as distortion on both types of engine,you should have no further trouble.It is always wise to fit a new thermostat while you are at it.GOOD LUCK.
2016-04-04 18:28:36 · answer #3 · answered by Heather 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I put 50/50 in mine, but it depends what type of anti-freeze you have, there should be a recommendation on the bottle.
Be very careful with it and wear gloves too. This stuff is ultra toxic and hates car bodywork.
2007-09-12 22:11:55 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Check the label of the anti-freeze product, there is a usage description of what quantityof anti-freeze to be added to the conresponding quantity of water.
Goodluck
2007-09-12 22:19:56 · answer #5 · answered by Ovire O 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Contact the dealer in or near your area.
2007-09-12 22:42:39 · answer #6 · answered by reddcobalt07 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋