dropped my engine coolant cap

MightyBobo · 02-20-2013, 02:42 PM

This isn't the end of the world...you could effectively drive a car with pure water in it, and windshield washer fluid isn't exactly soapy. In fact, antifreeze is likely added TO the fluid, to lower its freezing point to make it a de-icing fluid. Now, I'm not saying he should keep it in there, but don't lose your s-it here - the motor is going to be fine. Just get it flushed out and you'll be good to go.

DEpointfive0 · 02-20-2013, 02:57 PM

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Originally Posted by MightyBobo

This isn't the end of the world...you could effectively drive a car with pure water in it, and windshield washer fluid isn't exactly soapy. In fact, antifreeze is likely added TO the fluid, to lower its freezing point to make it a de-icing fluid. Now, I'm not saying he should keep it in there, but don't lose your s-it here - the motor is going to be fine. Just get it flushed out and you'll be good to go.

This is true, but it has methanol and other crap
Aluminum doesn't like methanol

jakexlee · 02-20-2013, 03:18 PM

yeah i am not good with cars.... i called the nissan dealership. they said it costs $130 to flush out... and they;ll check the rest of the possible issues. =(

DEpointfive0 · 02-20-2013, 03:25 PM

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Originally Posted by jakexlee

yeah i am not good with cars.... i called the nissan dealership. they said it costs $130 to flush out... and they;ll check the rest of the possible issues. =(

... Lie... Or take it to another dealer, don't admit your fault, they'll document it and if you ever need warranty work, they'll deny it

02-20-2013, 02:42 PM	#1 (permalink)
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02-20-2013, 03:18 PM	#3 (permalink)
jakexlee Base Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Maryland Posts: 125 Drives: Blue 370z Rep Power: 15	yeah i am not good with cars.... i called the nissan dealership. they said it costs $130 to flush out... and they;ll check the rest of the possible issues. =(