Checking the coolant level (VAZ-1111)

Expansion tank (shown by arrow) installed on the front shield in the engine compartment and secured to the shield with an elastic belt.



You will need: Cooling liquid, a funnel, a clean cloth (rag).

Warnings:

• Use coolants recommended by the manufacturer (see appendix 2).
• Coolant is toxic, so be careful when handling it.
• When starting the engine, the expansion tank cap must be closed.
• If the coolant level drops below the permissible limit, check the cooling system for leaks (see subsection 3.2) and, if necessary, contact specialists to fix the problem.

Check the coolant level, which should be 25-30 mm above the "MIN" mark on the tank body.



To add fluid, unscrew the expansion tank cap.



Add coolant to the required level.





Tighten the expansion tank cap.



Remove any spilled liquid with a clean cloth.