All fluids are created equal?
Not all fluids are created equal
ALWAYS check the owner's manual to determine if your vehicle has specific fluids needed. ALWAYS use distilled water in the battery. City water contains minerals and dissolved solids that can reduce the life of the battery. Word of caution here - use gloves and eye protection when servicing a battery! The sulfuric acid in the battery can inflict serious injury if not handled properly! (Don't use city water in the cooling system or windshield washer system either. Deposits will plug washer nozzles and the radiator.)
Know your levels
Improper fluid levels can be detrimental to your vehicle. Over-filling a transmission or engine can actually cause more problems, as the rotating parts whip the fluids into a frenzied froth. (Easier to write than to say!) Air bubbles hurt the lubrication process, and can cause over- pressurizing, leakage and even damage.
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