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DB 460 REV. 00 02/01/2015
5.11.4 REPLACING THE ENGINE COOLANT
(fi g. 26)
CAUTION: Before proceeding, always read the safety regulations for the operations to be carried out
as set out in Chapter 3.
CAUTION: Do not pollute the environment. Keep used fl uids in special containers and send them to
companies specialised in storage and disposal of polluting and hazardous waste.
Do not remove the cap when the engine is still hot.
The fl uid is under pressure, therefore, before removing the fi ller cap, turn it slowly
to release the pressure.
CAUTION: Use only coolant of the type and brand recommended by the manufacturer, as indicated in the
Recommended Lubricants and Fluids table in the right WATER/ANTIFREEZE percentages.
CAUTION: In addition to the operations described below, also refer to the engine manufacturer’s
instruction manual.
- Wait until the fl uid reaches the ambient temperature.
- Slowly unscrew the radiator cap A.
- To fully drain out the fl uid, unscrew the drain cap B positioned on the side of the engine monobloc, to allow
the fl uid to fl ow out. Position a receptacle under the radiator and remove the sleeve C to drain out all the
fl uid.
- Refi t the sleeve C and screw the drain plug B back in, then slowly add the recommended fl uid through the
fi ller neck of the radiator until it is full.
- Screw the cap A back on.
- Close the engine compartment lid.
- Start the engine and let it run for a few minutes.
- Let the engine cool down.
- Check the fl uid level in the tank D and top up if necessary.
- Move the vehicle onto fl at ground, engage the parking brake, turn off the engine and remove the ignition
key.
DANGER:
26
A
B
C
D
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