Dumb question regarding coolant level (2 Viewers)

[930chas]

The heavy equipment mechanic at our shop didn't notice the "FULL" line on the coolant tank and filled that sucker to the brim today while going over the cruiser. I was able to suck out some of the excess with a small baster, but am still left with a good 3" over the full line of coolant (probably 2-1/2" from the very top). Do I need to find a bigger baster and get it down to the full line or will I be alright? Thanks and sorry for what I am sure is a dumb question.

 

[hankinid]

The heavy equipment mechanic at our shop didn't notice the "FULL" line on the coolant tank and filled that sucker to the brim today while going over the cruiser. I was able to suck out some of the excess with a small baster, but am still left with a good 3" over the full line of coolant (probably 2-1/2" from the very top). Do I need to find a bigger baster and get it down to the full line or will I be alright? Thanks and sorry for what I am sure is a dumb question.

You will be fine. Coolant level may move an inch or so between hot and cold...you can double-check with a piece of masking tape on the side of the tank and a magic marker.

Steve

 

[930chas]

^^Thank you! I feel much better now.

 

[SWUtah]

Actually the pressure in the system will get rid of the overfill. Just drive it and it will go to the correct level.