Miata Mailing List: April 1994, Message #86
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   From: Bill.Allen@metrokc.gov
Subject: RE Coolant Replacement
   Date: Tue, 5 Apr 1994 19:52:33 -0400

Miatateers:
Regarding Jack McCombs' comments on Miata engine-coolant replacement:
In this environmentally critical era it's important to know where to dispose of
the spent/dilute antifreeze from the Miata engine.  Antifreeze is now
classified as a hazardous waste.  In checking with our hazardous waste experts
in this agency (we are responsible for water treatment)  I was advised that it
is OK for homeowners (but not auto-shops) to put the material flushed out of
the engine into the "sanitary system" (sewer) but not in the stormwater system
(street gutters).  If you care about the waters you live in and near, be sure
to collect and dispose of the diluted antifreeze in the pottys or sinks of your
home! :-)
Bill Allen