[2kMarauder]

Well, the Marauder has sprung a leak. Coolant is leaking from in between the two cylinders where some hose clamps are. I checked the radiator and i can't even see any coolant in there.

What kind of coolant do i need to use. Thanks for the help!

 

[DrBob]

Use a 50-50 mix of distilled water and no-silicate antifreeze, such as Prestone Long Live Orange. Any brand will do, as long as it says “no silicates” somewhere on the label.

Here is a tip: get a 24oz bottle of drinking water, like Deer Park, with the ‘sport top’ on it. After you drink the water, fill the bottle with the 50-50 mix of distilled water and antifreeze, and squirt it into the radiator to fill. Much easier than messing with a funnel, and a very easy way to get the mixture right.

 

[2kMarauder]

Thanks for the help DrBob. Is it okay to just add the mixture to the radiator without completely flushing it?

I'm sure it's okay, but I'm just making sure. thanks!

 

[DrBob]

If you are not due for a coolant change (check the owner's manual) just top it off and make sure the leak is fixed.
If you are due or almost due, drain the system and flush it, then when you refill add a tube of Bars Leak with the new coolant: the factory recommends it to keep the water pump lubricated and leak free.