Checking Coolant Level

[JimM]

Is it just me or does anyone else have trouble checking the coolant level in the overflow tank. I sure can’t see if the level is between max and min. My first thought was the tank was totally empty but then it’s a new car and the engine temperature seems to be normal once it is warmed up.

Also, there seems to be a conflict in the owner’s manual (2014). On page 8-5 is says to check the coolant level when the engine is cold. On page 8-9 it says to check the coolant level when the engine is at normal operating temperature. Every other vehicle I’ve ever owned specified to check it when the engine is cold.

Thanks for any insight.

Jim