Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine • Maintain cooling system freeze
protection at
.;...200 F or below
to ensure protection against
corrosion and loss of coolant
from boiling , even though freez
ing temperatures are not
ex
pected.
• Add ethylene glycol base cool
ant that meets GM Specification
1899-M when coolant additions
are required because of coolant
loss or to provide additional
protection against freezing at
temperatures lower than
_200 F
(_320 F in Canada).
NOTE: Alcohol or methanol base
coolants or plain water are not
recommended for your Monte
Carlo at any time.
Radiator Pressure Cap
The radiator cap, a 15 lb. pres
sure type, must be installed tightly,
otherwise coolant may be lost and
damage to engine may result from
overheating. Radiator pressure caps
should be checked periodically for
proper operation.
If replacement is
required specify AC.
Thermostat
The cooling system is protected
and controlled by a thermostat in
stalled in the engine coolant outlet
to maintain a satisfactory operating
temperature of the engine. This
thermostat
is designed for continu
ous use through both winter and
summer and need not be changed
seasonally . When replacement
is
necessary, Delco parts are recom
mended.
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Tires
The factory installed tires on
your car
as shown on the following
Tire Usage chart are designed to
provide the best all around per
formance for normal vehicle op
eration. When inflated
as recom
mended on the tire pressure plac
ard, located on the left door of
your vehicle, they have the load
carrying capacity to operate satis
factorily at all normal highway
speeds.
Tire Care
Tires should be checked regu
larly for proper inflation pressure,
wear, and damage. The following
information will assist you in prop
erly caring for your tires:
