What kind of coolant does a 1996 dodge intrepid use?

Terry, Add coolant to the reservoir located under hood, mounted by shock tower and fuse/relay center, fill to the full mark on side of coolant reservoir when cold, recheck after running and engine cold again. Check the attached links,instruction and guides, Good luck
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check coolant level,thermostat stack close,rad. clog,water pump?

If the engine gets really hot it take just a few minutes. If the system runs out of coolant seconds.

you could put in the kind that is compatible with all coolant types. all parts stores carry this type of coolant.

SHOULD BE R134A

Check the coolant level if low air in the system will cause little or no heat out the vents. If coolant good I'd recommend replacing thermostat. If low would some sort of coolant leak, possible waterpump leak, or hoses if visible on the ground after filling. If no visible leaks could be head gasket leaks.

The most common causes are oil leaks or coolant leak, you will need to locate the smoke and see whats leaking.

If the thermostat is working, and there is no visible coolant leak or water/coolant in engine oil dipstick, then it could be the electric fan, try running your car and when it starts to overheat check to see if the fan is working. Good Luck.

For the 1996 Dodge Intrepid 3.5L SOHC V6

Firing Order:
1-2-3-4-5-6

Cylinders:
......(back)
1........3........5
2........4........6
.....(front)

Ignition Coil Connections:
(back)
6....3
4....1
2....5
(front)

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Sounds like an overheating problem.  My '96 intrepid does the same thing.  When it reaches a certain temperature it kills the engine - not quite total overheating. For me, it turned out to be something in the engine block (minor cracked head or something).  However, you can test and replace the: water pump, coolant sensor, temperature sensor, and the coolant system to make sure there are no blockages or leaks and bleed the system.