OK, let's get the I'm a dumbass and yes I actually did that jokes out of the way. On the way to work this morning my wiper fluid stopped working so I stopped to put some in. Thinking that I knew what I was doing, in the dark, I went to add washer fluid and accidentally put it in the coolant reservoir.

My question is this; is this a big issue? Should I flush the radiator? Coolant reservoir, etc? I drove the truck for about 25 minutes post contamination. There is a big "dex-cool" logo on the cap, am I doubly screwed?

Any help you cold provide would be awesome since I am stationed in England and a dealership is a long way away.

Thanks

Jesse

 

I think the wiper tank hold nearly a gallon of fluid. Thats a lot if it reacts poorly. With wiper fluid being mostly water, an anti freezing agent, or alcohol, it could effect the coolant based on the chemical content of either. I would have drained and flushed the radiator fluid before driving just in case. It may be important to find out whats actually IN the wiper fluid to make sure it doesn't react with your coolant.

Someone else may chime in with a bit more knowledge.
Good luck.

 

id drain a gallon and add a gallon of the right stuff

washer is probably water and alcohol and the al will evaporate

btw i saw a jug of washer fluid in my barn, picked it up, frozen!! great stuff huh

tom