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ENGINE COOLING
SYSTEM
The cooling system is a high-pressure type
with a reservoir and is filled with year-
round antifreeze coolant at the factory.
Check the antifreeze protection and
coolant level at least once a year, at the
beginning of the winter season, and
before traveling to a colder climate.
CHECKING THE COOLANT
LEVEL
WARNING -
REMOVING RADIATOR CAP
• Never attempt to remove the
radiator cap while the engine is
operating. Doing so might lead
to cooling system and/or engine
damage and could result in
serious personal injury from
escaping hot coolant or steam.
• Turn the engine off and wait until
it has cooled. Even then, use
extreme care when removing the
radiator cap. Wrap a thick towel
around it, and turn it
counterclockwise slowly to the
first stop. Step back while the
pressure is released from the
cooling system. When you are
sure all the pressure has been
released, press down on the cap,
using a thick towel, and continue
turning counterclockwise to
remove it.
• Even if the engine is not
operating, do not remove the
radiator cap or the drain plug
while the engine and radiator are
hot. Hot coolant and steam may
still blow out under pressure,
causing serious injury.
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