You can use a hydrometer for that! It’s a simple tool that measures the specific gravity of the antifreeze.
Hey everyone! When it comes to antifreeze for a Nissan Altima, the OEM Nissan coolant is often recommended for its compatibility and performance. Anyone have step-by-step guides to change it out?
Absolutely! You can also consider using a universal coolant, but make sure it meets Nissan specs. If you’re changing it, you’ll need a socket set, a funnel, and some drain pans. Safety first: wear gloves!
I found a great guide online. It starts with draining the old coolant, flushing the system, and then adding the new antifreeze. Always double-check the manual for your specific model year. Anyone run into issues during this process?
Thanks for the tips, guys! When it comes to disposal of old coolant, make sure to take it to a recycling center. Antifreeze can be dangerous for the environment if not disposed of properly.
Once, I had a nightmare where I forgot to close the drain plug! It can get messy if you’re not careful. Just take your time and double-check everything.
Regarding tools, you’ll also need safety goggles. You don’t want to get antifreeze in your eyes! Is it just me, or is this stuff really hard to get rid of once spilled?
For flushing, I usually run water through the system until it’s clear. Anyone else have a preferred method? I wonder if that’s the best way or if I’m missing something…
I just use a radiator flush additive before adding new antifreeze. It helps remove old residue. Plus, I like to add a little distilled water to the mix for better performance!
Just a heads up, if your Altima starts overheating after changing antifreeze, it might be a sign of air in the system. Make sure to bleed the system properly. Anyone else ever gotten that scare?
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