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[Datsun 1200 encyclopedia]

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The [[Radiator]] [[Coolant]] keeps the engine from overheating while protecting it from rust and corrosion. It also prevents it from freezing, so is sometimes called anti-freeze (antifreeze). Straight water can be used, but is subject to rust and to freezing, and non-distilled water can cause particle build up in the cooling system. The [[Radiator]] [[Coolant]] keeps the engine from overheating while protecting it from rust and corrosion. It also prevents it from freezing, so is sometimes called anti-freeze (antifreeze). Straight water can be used, but is subject to rust and to freezing, and non-distilled water can cause particle build up in the cooling system.
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 +<blockquote>1972 USA [[Owners manual]] (see page 25 for Daily Care information):
 +<br><br>[http://i297.photobucket.com/albums/mm219/ddgonzal/Datsun%201200/owners_manual/1972 http://i297.photobucket.com/albums/mm219/ddgonzal/Datsun%201200/owners_manual/1972/th_00_cover.jpg] [http://i297.photobucket.com/albums/mm219/ddgonzal/Datsun%201200/owners_manual/1972/25.jpg http://i297.photobucket.com/albums/mm219/ddgonzal/Datsun%201200/owners_manual/1972/th_25.jpg]<blockquote><hr>Before driving or whenever you call at a gas-station, be sure to check ...
 +* Radiator coolant
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 +* CAUTION: Do not check at gas-station, but only when radiator is cool to the touch
 +* Remove cap and if fluid level is more than 1 inch below opening, add [[Coolant]]. Do not fill to the top.
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The Radiator Coolant keeps the engine from overheating while protecting it from rust and corrosion. It also prevents it from freezing, so is sometimes called anti-freeze (antifreeze). Straight water can be used, but is subject to rust and to freezing, and non-distilled water can cause particle build up in the cooling system.

Contents

Daily Care

1972 USA Owners manual (see page 25 for Daily Care information):

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Before driving or whenever you call at a gas-station, be sure to check ...
  • Radiator coolant
  • CAUTION: Do not check at gas-station, but only when radiator is cool to the touch
  • Remove cap and if fluid level is more than 1 inch below opening, add Coolant. Do not fill to the top.


Overview

Fill the radiator with a distilled water in a 50/50 mix of coolant/antifreeze. If you live in freezing areas, check the coolant container for instructions (which may require a 30/70 mix in very cold areas).

Specifications

  • Water capacity: 4.9 liter (5-3/16 US quart, 4-5/16 imperial qt)

Many of these brands listed below have changed names. Any modern antifreeze/coolant that is compatible with aluminum parts should be acceptable. The Datsun 1200 uses an aluminum head and water pump.

Antifreeze/Coolant for radiator

USA 1972 Owners manual (see page 23 for details):
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Antifreeze/Coolant Specifications

Recommended:

  • Producing: Antifreeze coolant L.L.C. (Nissan "Long Life Coolant")
  • Shell Shellzone


Acceptable:

  • Chevron Atlas Perma Guard antifreeze
  • ESSO Long Life Coolant
  • ESSO Atlas Long Life Coolant RAD
  • Mobile Permazone
  • Sunoco Permanent Type
  • Texaco Antifreeze Coolant
  • Texaco Startex Antifreeze Coolant

Cold Weather

Coolant protects the engine cooling system from freezing. To enable faster starts and lessen wear in sub-freezing temperatures, consider installing a Block Heater.

Part Numbers

USA

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SBNLL-C0001 COOLANT-NISSAN LONG LIFE 2 LITTER(0.4
SBNLL-C0002 COOLANT-NISSAN LONG LIFE 4 LITTER(0.8
SBNLL-C0003 COOLANT-NISSAN LONG LIFE 18LITTER(3.9
10125-62200 N.C.S. SEALER (1 CARTON-96