2018 Subaru Forester Coolant in Greeley, CO

These symptoms can point to depleted coolant protection or a leak in the cooling system. A pressure test and inspection help determine what is happening. Check the system only when it is cold because a cooling system can be hot and under pressure after running.

• Temperature gauge running higher than usual
• Sweet smell or puddle beneath the front of the vehicle
• Rusty, cloudy, or low coolant in the reservoir

The inspection covers the hoses, cap, radiator, and water pump area. Pressure testing helps separate coolant maintenance from a leak that needs repair. The correct coolant formulation is used without relying on color as a guide.

• Drain and refill with the specified coolant
• Cooling-system pressure test for leaks
• Inspection of hoses, cap, radiator, and water pump area

No mileage or year interval should replace the schedule for this vehicle. Coolant condition can also be tested during a service visit between scheduled points. That testing helps determine whether the fluid's protective additives remain effective and whether the system is holding pressure.

• Use the manufacturer's schedule as the maintenance reference
• Test coolant condition during a service visit
• Pressure-test the system when a leak is suspected

Coolants are not interchangeable, so selecting fluid by convenience can leave the system without the intended protection. Color is not a reliable guide to what is in the bottle. A service visit uses the manufacturer's specification and checks the system's condition.

• Follow the manufacturer-specified coolant type
• Use the specified concentration
• Do not select coolant by color alone

If the level keeps dropping, treat that as a possible leak rather than normal consumption. The cooling system should be checked cold because it can be hot and pressurized after operation. A pressure test and inspection can identify whether the vehicle needs a refill, coolant service, or leak repair.

• Adding coolant restores level only
• A repeated level drop points to a possible leak
• Check hoses, cap, radiator, and water pump area

The service team can evaluate coolant condition, pressure-test the cooling system, and inspect its key components. Mike Shaw Subaru Greeley is located at 4720 W 24th St, Greeley, CO 80634. You can also review service specials before booking.

• Book through the online service scheduler
• Call 970-373-0692 for assistance
• Visit 4720 W 24th St, Greeley, CO 80634