SeattleGS400

iTrader: (1)

Usually, I just take my car in for a coolant change, but this time I'm looking at changing my coolant/antifreeze in my car. In the past, I was told to not worry about the used coolant and let it drain into the sewer system. Nonetheless, I was curious to see what options I had for disposal of the used coolant: 1) drain it down the sewer system, 2) collect it and take it to a collection center, much like you do with used oil.

Any thoughts?

Carpe Diem

You definitely should not put in in the storm or sanitary sewer system.

I bottle mine up and take it to the same place I take my used oil. Almost any place that does radiator repairs should take it.

George

panos

It really depends on the area. In general, you should not dump it in the sewer. Most sewer effluent is not treated. In large metro areas, all sanitary effluent is treated, so it is OK to dump it in the toilet. The most important thing is to not leave it exposed and unattended in a way that pets can find it and drink from it.

VVT-i

Collect it as used oil and take it to any repair shop and ask them to dispose it for you.

SeattleGS400

iTrader: (1)

I found a national website that lists where I can locally take oil, oil filters, antifreeze, etc.--among all other types of recylable garbage at the following:

www.earth911.org

Thanks for the replies guys--it's appreciated.